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Women of Sport | Emerging Leaders Program |
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Applications are now open for the 2025 Women of Sport Emerging Leaders Program — a fully funded initiative designed to support women working or volunteering in sport to grow their leadership skills, confidence, and networks.
Proudly delivered by SportWest with the support of The State Government through the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries and Lotterywest, the program empowers women to build their leadership capacity through:
- Tailored leadership development: Gain access to career-boosting resources,
expert-led workshops, and invaluable networking opportunities.
- One-on-one mentoring: Be guided by experienced professionals who will help shape their leadership path.
- Collaboration with like-minded women: Connect with other aspiring leaders and build long-lasting relationships within the WA sports community.
If you know someone who would benefit from this opportunity, please encourage them to apply. |
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SportWest Connect | Coaching, Officiating & Participation |
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This session will explore how sports technologies are being used to improve coaching, performance, talent ID, skill acquisition and fitness of aspiring teams and athletes. We will explore what technologies the Australian Sports Technologies Network (ASTN) is seeing emerging in the market - from video and data capture to mobile apps, wearables and instrumented sports equipment. We will also look into what the future looks like as AI, VR, AR and XR become mainstream technologies. |
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Beyond the Boundary Line: A footy icon’s fight for a cure. |
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Auspire – Australia Day Council WA presents an Inspiring Australians’ Lunch with special guest, Neale Daniher AO, during his only visit to Perth this year.
Neale Daniher AO is an AFL legend, playing with Essendon FC before coaching the Melbourne Demons and relocating to Western Australia to join the coaching team at Fremantle Dockers.
In 2008, Neale became general manager of the West Coast Eagles, until 2013, when tragically, he was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND).
Since his diagnosis, Neale, with the unwavering support of his family, has been battling the debilitating effects of the disease in the public eye, tirelessly campaigning and raising awareness of MND as co-founder of FightMND, a charity that has raised and invested over $115 million into medical research. The annual Big Freeze event at the MCG embodies Neale’s ethos of turning adversity into an opportunity for celebration and hope.
Hear more of his inspiring story at this Inspiring Australians’ Lunch at Optus Stadium. Tickets are limited.
Two-course lunch included. Dietary requirements can only be guaranteed for bookings made before Tuesday 1 April, 2025.
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WA Disabled Sports Association | Inclusive Sports Symposium |
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With support from the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, WA Disabled Sports Association is excited to present the Inclusive Sports Symposium.
Perfect for any SSA, sporting club, recreational group or education staff, the symposium will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, breakout sessions and interactive learning all with the goal of creating more inclusive spaces for people with disability in sport and recreation.
Date: Thursday 12th June 2025
Time: 10AM - 1PM
Location: Willetton Basketball Stadium
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Mini Moovers and Groovers Program |
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Men's Talk is thrilled to partner with GeckoSports to introduce the Mini Moovers and Grand Groovers program - a unique initiative designed to unite toddlers and the aged community through fun, small games, challenges, and sports.
This collaborative effort aims to foster intergenerational connections, promote teamwork, and support mental health and well-being across all age groups in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
This program is more than just fun and games - it's a movement to build stronger, healthier and more connected communities. Whether you're a toddler ready to explore or a senior seeking meaningful interaction, Mini Moovers and Grand Groovers offers something special for everyone.
Date: Tuesday 1 April, 2025
Time: 9:30AM - 11:30AM
Location: 163 The Esplanade, Scarborough WA 6019
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Social media self-defence for elite and pathway athletes
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Being online is part of sporting life. For athletes, it's a great way to communicate, connect and develop your profile and reputation. However, having a public profile in sport can increase the risk of online abuse. Athletes across all sports, from local to international level, can be targeted. If you're an emerging or elite athlete, it's important to be prepared. This one-hour presentation will provide guidance on:
- Types of online abuse and weapons commonly used
- The impacts of online abuse personally and professionally
- Setting up social media accounts with safety in mind
- Using proactive actions and de-escalation strategies including reporting
- Support services and free resources.
Session time: Thursday 22 May 2025, 1PM to 2PM. |
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Mental Health and Wellbeing Workshop | Building Workplace Wellbeing |
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Join us for a practical, evidence-based workshop designed for people leaders, managers, and People and Culture representatives working in community sport. This session will provide proven strategies and tools to create a workplace that supports team members wellbeing.
Facilitated by Dr Kellie Lewis, a registered psychologist with 30 years of experience in mental health and workplace wellbeing, this interactive workshop will explore the science of workplace wellbeing and provide practical frameworks tailored to the unique challenges of community sport organisations.
Date: Thursday 24 April 2025
Venue: Sport HQ, 203 Underwood Ave, Floreat
Time: 9:00am-1:00pm
Details: Morning tea and light lunch included
Registration: Closes at 11:59pm, Tuesday 22 April 2025
Cost: SportWest Members Free, Non-members $40 |
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Resource Spotlight | National Principle 6 |
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In partnership with the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, let's explore our True Sport resource dedicated to National Principle 6 of the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. It is important that sporting organisations have processes to respond to complaints and concerns, and that these processes are child focused.
True Sport's National Principle 6 resource is here to assist accessible, child-focused complaint handling processes for sporting leaders, staff and volunteers as well as where to report in Western Australia.
Here are some great examples of SSA actions to work towards implementing National Principle 6:
- Identify and address any barriers for children and young people or families providing feedback, raising concerns or making a formal complaint;
- Review the cultural appropriateness of your complaint handling processes;
- Ensure there are multiple pathways and accessible options to make complaints and raise concerns.
Find out more information on National Principle 6 and responding to complaints and concerns with a child-focused lens. |
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