Amanda Shalala
Amanda Shalala
ABC Deputy Editor ABC Sport
Amanda Shalala (she/her) is the Deputy Editor of ABC Sport. She was ABC News' FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 Lead, and previously the co-lead of ABC Sport's 50:50 Equality Project, which is dedicated to increasing the coverage of women in sport, as well as people from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds.
She has a Master of Cultural Studies and teaches Sports Media at the University of Technology Sydney.
Amanda's had an extensive career in sports journalism, working across all platforms as a presenter, reporter, commentator, features and line-up producer, digital writer and producer, video editor, and social media content creator.
And she's covered a wide array of major global sporting events, including the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, 2022 Women's Basketball World Cup, four Paralympic Games, and London 2012 Olympics.
She has a Master of Cultural Studies and teaches Sports Media at the University of Technology Sydney.
Amanda's had an extensive career in sports journalism, working across all platforms as a presenter, reporter, commentator, features and line-up producer, digital writer and producer, video editor, and social media content creator.
And she's covered a wide array of major global sporting events, including the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, 2022 Women's Basketball World Cup, four Paralympic Games, and London 2012 Olympics.
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The Future of Sports Media: Amplifying Women’s Voices
WED, OCT 18, 11:30 AM
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Join this panel session as we explore the power of media in promoting gender equality and diversity in sports. Discover how amplifying women's voices and experiences can reshape narratives, inspire the next generation, and shatter stereotypes to foster a more inclusive sporting landscape. Don't miss this empowering discussion!
