Woman in Trail
EQUAL RIGHTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
UTMB strongly believes in equal rights and opportunities for all members of the trail-running community. We are in the process of building inclusion and diversity policies on gender, race, age, social class and more. We endeavour to grow and continue to evolve the sport and to make UTMB World Series welcoming for each athlete.
For more women in trail running
At HOKA Val d’Aran by UTMB®, we aim to promote women’s participation in trail running races.
Trail running has experienced significant growth in recent years, attracting a diverse community of runners. However, one persistent challenge is the underrepresentation of women in this field.
Encouraging women to participate in trail running races not only advances gender equality in sports but also enhances the overall experience of the discipline by fostering values of inclusion, resilience, and collaboration.
In this context, it is essential to drive initiatives that break social and cultural barriers, create safe and supportive spaces, and provide role models who inspire more women to join this exciting activity.
In our first edition, women accounted for 12.5% of the participants at the starting line of the various races. In 2024, this figure has risen to 18.78%, and the dropout rate remains proportionally lower compared to that of men.
Woman in Trail is a project that brings together various initiatives, born with a clear purpose: to encourage women to be part of this experience. We know they are more than capable of crossing the finish lines of any distance.
