Sportsview, Issue 32 - 9 August 2024

Issue 32 - 9 August, 2024

Together we can create positive sporting environments for all

The True Sport Sideline Behaviour Initiative powered by SportWest and supported by the Department of Sport, Local Government and Cultural Industries’ provides an opportunity for sports to encourage safe and respectful behaviours, ensuring that everyone can enjoy being a part of the sport they love.

Our sporting industry in Western Australia is united in building a culture of respect and driving behavioural change on the sidelines.

SportWest, in partnership with Club Respect have club-friendly resources to guide WA sporting clubs to build and maintain respectful club environments. These resources seek to provide tools that educate clubs to lead their sporting communities in creating safe and positive spaces for everyone to enjoy.

Together we can create positive sporting environments all Western Australian’s can be a part of. Everyone, every sport.

Click the link below for more information on the True Sport Sideline Behaviour initiative and access free, role specific resources

True Sport Website

Join us for an inspiring panel discussion on Building Gender Equality in Sport

This event offers a valuable opportunity to network, fostering connections and collaborations that can help promote gender equality in the sports industry. The panel features an impressive line up of speakers who are leaders in their fields.

The panel will be moderated by Carol Fox, a respected leader and advocate for women in sport, author, and coach specialising in confident communication and leadership. Carol’s extensive experience and engaging approach will ensure a dynamic and thought-provoking discussion.

We are thrilled to announce the esteemed panel will include:

Niamh O’Connor, CEO of Western Force

Chris Sutherland, Non-Executive Director at Fremantle Dockers

Mr Johan Nel (PhD), Organisational Development Manager at Metisphere

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday 3rd September 2024

Time: 4:30PM - 6:30PM

Location: Gold Netball Centre, 200 Selby Street, Jolimont 6014

Cost: SportWest Member Price $20 | Non-Member Price $30

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with leaders dedicated to advancing gender equality in sport.

More Than A Diploma: Perth Wildcats Sport & Business Program

Know someone interested in studying in an elite sport environment? The Perth Wildcats Sport & Business Program powered by SEDA, is designed to help students:

Build Networks: Direct connections with our industry experts.
Discover Opportunities: Broad areas of study and volunteering opportunities allow students to explore a variety of interests.
Learn Through Experience: Hands-on projects and work-based learning build a strong portfolio for future success.
Access Further Study: Seamless transition to further education through direct entry and credits with university partners nationally*.
Feel Supported: A single, consistent teacher presence and our MyPLAN, MyPLACEMENT, MyCAREER area of study help us to provide individual support.

Learn more at seda.edu.au/pw or register for our Information Session on Tuesday 20th August.

*Subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Please visit seda.edu.au/pathways for more information.

SEDA Group RTO: 22503

SportWest Connect | Executive | ESG TECHNOLOGY

SportWest invites you to join us at our upcoming SportWest Connect Session on Environmental, Social and Governance in Sport, facilitated by the Australian Sports Technologies Network.

Join us for this dynamic presentation from Martin Schlegel, Executive Chair ASTN, where we delve into the current state of tech and its impact on sporting organisations, events and venues, and the many benefits stakeholders are experiencing.

Applications now open for Sport and Recreation Events Funding

The program offers crucial financial support to sport and active recreation organisations, allowing them to plan, secure, and execute a diverse range of sports and mass participation events throughout Western Australia.

The funding provided through this program aims to boost tourism from both interstate and overseas visitors, showcasing Western Australia's unique offerings in arts, culture, sports, and Aboriginal attractions to a global audience.

More Information

Join the SportWest Mental Health Champions Network

Have you completed a Mental Health Workshop and/or your Mental Health eLearning and are passionate about learning more about mental health and wellbeing in sport? Are you interested in equipping yourself with skills to better support your own mental health as well as the wellbeing of your colleagues and members?

As a member of the Mental Health Champions Network, you will gain exclusive access to specialised industry training in the mental health and wellbeing sector, as well as the opportunity to connect with other State Sporting Organisation administrators in a safe and educational environment.

Our next event for the network will be on Wednesday 4 September, delivering practicable tools for managing stress and burnout within your organisation and community.

Reach out to us for more information, or visit our website for more information.

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Future Initiatives Survey | Your Voice Matters

At SportWest, we are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive sporting environment, and your input is invaluable in shaping the future of our sporting community. We are excited to invite you to participate in the True Sport Future Initiatives Survey.

This survey is a crucial step in our ongoing efforts to understand and adapt to the needs and challenges of our members.

For more information head to the True Sport Website

Complete the Survey

Child Safeguarding Webinar | National Principle 5

Join us for a focused Webinar on National Principle 5 - People working with children and young people are suitable and supported to reflect child safety and wellbeing values in practice, which forms part of the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.

Co-facilitated by SportWest and the Department of Communities, this session will delve into practical applications of child safety and wellbeing values in sport recruitment, induction processes and management.