Vicky Wilson

Stories

14th July 2022

Challenging gender stereotypes in climbing

At a recent bouldering competition, Vicky Wilson watched a male climber nonchalantly jump onto the women's boulders, before the medals had even been awarded. It got her thinking about gender stereotypes and abundance in climbing.

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Vicky Wilson

Vicky Wilson

Vicky studies English and History at the University of Birmingham. She is the Editor of the academic journal, URISE, and loves writing for Redbrick paper in her free time. When she's not writing, you’ll find her at a roller disco or bouldering in the Peak District.