In the UK, boxing is very popular. The UK "gets it" and provides many more opportunities for anyone to get into the rewarding sport of boxing, including women. There are even boxing programs in schools and progams for people with disabilities.
Here is England Boxing's stance on Women's Boxing.
http://www.abae.co.uk/aba/index.cfm/boxers/womens-boxing/
Here is an excellent article from England Boxing on the challenges still faced by women in boxing - even in such a progressive environment.
http://www.abae.co.uk/aba/index.cfm/blogs/a-womans-boxing-blog-by-farah-huzair/overcoming-challenges-and-myths-for-women-in-boxing/
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