Australian gymnastics federation says athletes can choose locker rooms, uniforms based on gender identity

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Gymnastics Australia has released new guidelines for transgender athletes.

The federation announced this week athletes may "wear the uniform" and "use changing and bathroom facilities" based on their gender identity.

"Gymnastics Australia is committed to providing a safe, fun and inclusive environment for all people, including those of diverse sexualities and genders," Gymnastics Australia said. 

"Being an inclusive organization not only reflects our core values, it also reflects the diversity of our local communities."

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Gymnastics Australia will allow athletes to wear uniforms and change in a locker room based on their gender identity. (Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)

The new guidelines "ensure all Australians can participate in both recreational and competitive gymnastics," and, despite the "complex and emotive issue," the guidelines "are focused on creating and fostering inclusive environments."

"We’re passionate about helping people lead happy, healthy and active lives," the organization said. "Gymnastics Australia celebrates diversity of sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, intersex status, ability, skill, cultural background, ethnicity, location, religious or political beliefs and life stage.

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"There is a place in our sport for everyone, exactly as you are."

The federation cited studies that link anxiety and depression to transgender and gender diverse people as a reason to enact the new guidelines.

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