The first Women's World Games were held in Paris on August 20, 1922.
On August 20, 1922, Alice Milliat organized the first Women's World Games in Paris. This landmark event began with competitors from five countries and drew widespread public attention. The games were crucial for demonstrating both the demand and the capability women had to participate in competitive sports, successfully challenging the resistance from established athletic institutions, including the International Olympic Committee, to embrace women's events in global competitions.
This pioneering effort was instrumental in broadening opportunities for female athletes globally and spurred momentum for gender equality in sports, leading to increased inclusion in international competitions.