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Gender norms and stereotypes mean health outcomes for LGBTI people are often worse than for non-LGBTI people.

Background, disability, location and economic status also impact health.

Despite the benefits of physical activity for women, their participation rates in sport and recreation are lower than men's.

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2 to 3 times more women than men experience mental health problems like depression and anxiety. Harmful stereotypes about

sexuality and body image play a part in this.

Male suicide rates - 8.6 Australians die each day from suicide. 75% of those who take their own life are male.

The gender pay gap and Inequality at work puts women at higher risk of physical and mental illness.

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Gender-based violence and harassment affect how and when women access and use public services and spaces.

Men are more like to engage in risky behaviours - like drinking too much alcohol - that put them at greater risk of harm and injury.

They are less likely to go to the doctor or seek help when they need it.

There are fewer opportunities for women to participate in organised sport.

Women have less time and money to participate in sport and recreation.

Many sporting facilities do not have functioning women's change rooms.

Facilities may only be available at limited or inconvenient times.

Fear of judgement by others, racism and discrimination stops many women from being physically active in public.

Women are under-represented in sport leadership positions.

The gender pay gap in sport means that many female professional athletes can't pursue their career full-time.