Global look at the transgender debate

It’s not a perfect system, but when sailing introduced a women’s event at the 1988 Olympics, it sought to level the gender inequities for competition. With strength as a variable, women’s events narrowed the range, but depending on the event, a stronger person still had an advantage.

That’s made the participation of transgender athletes in the women’s category in sports a long ongoing debate worldwide, affecting every level — from the grassroots to the elite — with global leaders weighing in on the issue from the UN to the G7.

While ultimately the decision rests in the global governing body for each sport, local, national and international entities seek to make their voices heard on the complex topic. Inside the Games takes a look at some of the recent global developments in the transgender debate. – Full report