Maternity Rights in Track and Field

Allyson Felix, a decorated Olympic athlete, discusses the challenges faced by female athletes regarding maternity rights, particularly in the context of her negotiations with Nike. She shares her personal experience with childbirth complications and the lack of support for mothers in the sports industry. Felix advocates for change, highlighting the need for maternity protection and equal opportunities for women in sports.

What is the culture around pregnancy in track and field according to Allyson Felix?

• Open and supportive

• Celebrated and encouraged

• Ignored and dismissed

• Silent and hidden

How many Olympic medals has Allyson Felix won?

• Eleven

• Seven

• Five

• Nine

What was Allyson Felix's main concern during her contract negotiations with Nike?

• Longer contract duration

• More endorsements

• Higher salary

• Maternity protection

What percentage less was Allyson Felix offered in her new contract compared to before?

• 80%

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%

What increased health risk did Allyson Felix learn about regarding African-American women during childbirth?

• Four times more likely to die

• Neither A nor B

• Twice as likely to have complications

• Both A and B

What challenge did Felix face while her daughter was in the NICU?

• Dealing with media attention

• Finding time to train

• Balancing work and family

• Managing finances

What does the sports industry allow for men that it often doesn't for women?

• More sponsorships

• Full career without interruption

• Longer training periods

• Higher salaries

What was the public reaction to the New York Times piece about maternity rights?

• Support and agreement

• Indifference

• Surprise and inquiry

• Anger and protest

What opportunity does Felix see for Nike following the public outcry?

• To increase athlete salaries

• To clarify maternity protection policies

• To expand their athlete roster

• To launch a new campaign

Who primarily negotiates the contracts that Felix is concerned about?

• Legal advisors

• Sports agents

• Female athletes

• Male negotiators