Dr Erik Denison, in collaboration with Monash University’s Behaviour Works Australia, has conducted multiple studies examining homophobia and why gay athletes do not come out in sport.
He investigates the underlying causes of prejudicial behaviour in sport and is developing and testing programs to make sporting culture more inclusive. But without meaningful action by sports, Dr Denison believes it’s unlikely the homophobic language will stop on its own any time soon.
Isaac Humphries, a Melbourne United basketballer, was applauded for his courage after publicly coming out this week. But why, in 2022, is it still so difficult for athletes to be their true selves?
