Gender Equality in Media Coverage.

 

Argentina 1978

 

Argentina 1978 Worldcup.

1. Should FIFA have withdrawn the 1978 World Cup from 

Argentina once it became clear the country was under a 

repressive military dictatorship?

2. Should international sporting organizations be held legally 

accountable for awarding events to countries that violate 

human rights?

3. Was FIFA motivated more by profit and image than by ethics 

in maintaining Argentina as the host nation?

4. Did the Argentine civil society have any real capacity to resist 

or influence the regime’s control over the 1978 World Cup?

5. Were international human rights groups justified in calling for a 

boycott of the tournament?

6. Did the Argentine players themselves face ethical dilemmas 

between national pride and awareness of political repression?

7. Did the 1978 World Cup strengthen the Argentine dictatorship’s 

domestic legitimacy and international standing?

8. Can the 1978 World Cup be seen as a turning point in debates 

over the ethical governance of mega-events?

9. Is the legacy of Argentina 1978 still relevant in current debates 

about events like the Qatar 2022 World Cup or Beijing 2008 

Olympics?

Berlin 1936 Olympic Games

 

1. Does awarding hosting rights to a totalitarian 

state amount to legal or moral endorsement of that regime?

2. Should states hosting the Olympics be legally required 

to guarantee civil and political rights as a condition of 

participation?

3. Can modern Olympic sponsorship models be traced 

back to the propaganda-driven business strategies of 

1936?

4. Did the 1936 Olympics violate civil society principles 

through the exclusion and persecution of Jewish 

athletes?

5. Did civil society fail to effectively oppose the use of 

sport as a propaganda tool in 1936?

6. Do athletes have a moral duty to refuse participation in 

events hosted by regimes that violate human rights?

7. Did the 1936 Berlin Games set a lasting precedent for 

how mega-events can be used to whitewash political 

repression?

8. Did Jesse Owens’ victories do more to challenge Nazi 

ideology than international legal action could have?

9. Should athletes and civil society have a formal legal role 

in determining which nations are suitable Olympic hosts?

The Olympic Charter - Video.

 

1. The Charter articulates ideals (equality, peace, non-discrimination) 

— how well are those lived out in practice?

2. Is the Olympic movement doing enough to enforce these values?

3. What criteria should the Charter use to allow new sports or events 

(e.g. esports, surfing, etc.)?

4. The Charter is global in nature: how should it adapt to local 

cultural, political, or financial realities in host countries?

Commercialization of the Paralympic Games

 

Debate. 

Commercialization of the Paralympic Games

1. How can commercial partnerships significantly increase 

financial support for the Paralympic Movement?

2. How can commercial deals help increase the visibility and 

reach of the Paralympic Games?

3. How can we mitigate the risk of athletes being exploited for 

commercial gain?

4. How can we ensure that excessive commercialization does 

not compromise the integrity of the Games?

5. How can we maintain the core values of the Paralympic Movement 

while pursuing commercial success?

6. How can the Paralympic Movement develop long-term, sustainable 

partnerships?

7. How can the Paralympic Movement engage with fans and create a 

more interactive experience?

The history of the Paralympic Movement

 

Debate: 

The history of the Paralympic Movement

1. How have the Paralympic Games evolved over time, and what 

factors have contributed to their growth?

2. What are the ethical considerations involved in commercializing 

the Paralympic Games?

3. How can the Paralympic movement promote inclusivity and challenge 

stereotypes about disability?

4. What role do anti-doping regulations play in ensuring fair competition 

in the Paralympic Games?

5. How can the Paralympic Games be used as a platform to address 

social and political issues?

Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony (Paris 2024)

 

Debate. 

1. How can the ceremony showcase the diversity of the 

Paralympic Movement and promote inclusivity?

2. How can elements of French culture, history, and art 

be incorporated into the ceremony?

3. How can technology be used to create a visually stunning 

and immersive experience for the audience?

4. How can the ceremony be designed to minimize its 

environmental impact and promote sustainability?

5. How can the overall aesthetic of the ceremony reflect the spirit 

of the Paralympic Games?

6. How can the ceremony convey messages of hope, resilience, 

and determination?

7. How can the ceremony be used to advocate for disability rights 

and social inclusion?