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Episode 41: Breaking the Silence: Protecting Female Athletes from Abuse
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In this powerful episode, host Duru speaks with guest Dila, a former Turkish gymnastics champion, about the shocking abuse scandal involving American gymnasts and the systemic failures that allowed it to continue for years. Dila shares her insights into how power dynamics, institutional negligence, and a culture of silence contributed to the abuse of athletes like Simone Biles and McKayla Maroney. Together, let’s explore the ways in which we can protect female athletes, create safer environments, and ensure that no voice goes unheard. This episode is a call to action for all who believe in the importance of safeguarding women in sports.
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