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SportWest Launches new Women of Sport Program |
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SportWest, together with the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries, is pleased to launch our new Women of Sport Program.
This program offers three dynamic opportunities for women working/volunteering in sport through its Women of Sport programs. These programs are designed to empower and develop women leaders at various stages of their careers. Here’s an overview of each opportunity:
Emerging Leaders Program
The Emerging Leaders Program is tailored for early to mid-career professional women who are preparing for their first or second leadership role in the sports industry. This program offers a blend of masterclasses, workshops, personal coaching, and mentorship to help participants enhance their leadership skills and career development.
Senior Leaders Program
The Senior Leaders Program is aimed at women in executive management positions such as CEOs, Executive Officers, and General Managers. This program focuses on developing a strong network of women leaders within the sports industry and enhancing their leadership capabilities.
Become a Mentor
SportWest also offers the opportunity to become a mentor as part of the Women of Sport Emerging Leaders Program. This role is designed for both male and female industry professionals who are keen to share their knowledge and experience to support the next generation of women leaders. |
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Volunteers, Heart of the Game |
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National Volunteer Week 2024 is a celebration of the diverse passions and talents everyone brings to volunteering. At the grassroots level, volunteers are the lifeblood of local clubs and community programs, but the impact of volunteering can be felt all the way up to Major Sporting Events.
SportWest was lucky enough to hear from Workforce & Volunteer Manager Perth/Boorloo AUS of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Abid Imam, to hear how volunteering impacted this Major Sporting Event. |
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Transforming Kendo in Western Australia |
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Awarded the inaugural RSM Australia Community Sport Volunteer of the Year, at the 2023 WA Sport Awards in February, Connor Clarke exemplifies the true spirit of volunteerism.
Re-elected to the voluntary State Development Officer role in 2023, Connor led the process for the West Australian Kendo Renmei to be recognised as a State Sporting Association. A goal that was formally achieved in October 2023 when Minister for Sport, The Honourable David Templeman wrote to confirm the recognition. |
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CEO-only Briefing | Charitable Status for Amateur Sports and Athletes |
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The Australian Sports Foundation (ASF) is working with the Federal Government to bring new funding opportunities for community sport.
The ASF has identified a potential solution that could unlock more than a hundred million dollars a year in new funding for amateur sports; providing much-needed resources to support grassroots initiatives, improve facilities, and run development programs across the nation. Modelling shows that this has the potential to increase participation numbers by 190,000 new participants by 2028.
The ASF will deliver a CEO only briefing session in Perth on Tuesday 2 July and registrations for this session are now open and further information is available here.
A further session for other relevant staff will take place at 2pm on Tuesday 2 July. These positions might include Chief Finance Officers, Heads of Government Relations, Heads of Fundraising and Philanthropy, Heads of Community and/or Participation among others. Click here to register for the afternoon session or find the contact at the ASF for further information |
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SportWest Webinar Series| Auditing |
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SportWest invites you to join us for the second of our Industry Webinar Series for this year.
Join RSM Australia's Partner, Matthew Beavers and National Technical Director, Ralph Martin for this informative session covering the latest requirements for financial reporting and audit focus areas for 2024. |
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SportWest Connect | Participation & Development |
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Join us for our upcoming SportWest Connect, Participation and Development event, to be delivered by SportWest Members Sport4All, with WA Disabled Sports Association (WADSA) also in attendance to outline how they can provide further help and advice.
When: Wednesday 5 June 2024
Where: Sport HQ - Multifunction Room
Time: 9:00am - 10:30am
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True Sport Conference | Everyone. Every Sport |
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SportWest works in collaboration with a number of talented and dedicated sporting organisations and individuals, committed to benefiting and supporting our industry. We are thankful to have so many involved in the True Sport Conference and are excited to release more of our Guest Speakers and Panellists! |
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Emma O'Driscoll, Fremantle Football Club | Panellist
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DET. Sup. Hamish McKenzie, WA Police | Child Safeguarding - Afternoon Session
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Abid Iman, Football West | Sideline Behaviour - Morning Session
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Jonelle Morley, Basketball WA | Sideline Behaviour - Morning Session
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Professor Ben Jackson, Dr Michael Rosenberg, and Dr Claire Willis University of Western Australia | Guest Speakers
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The True Sport Conference, Powered by SportWest and supported by The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries will bring together the WA sporting industry, delivering innovative learning opportunities, connected to the True Sport initiatives and values. This year’s True Sport Conference promises to be a dynamic platform for insightful discussions and inspiring presentations from high-profile and prolific speakers. Do not miss your opportunity to hear from leaders in our sporting industry. |
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Mental Health and Wellbeing Workshop | Online |
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Workshops will help SSA staff to embed True Sport Mental Health and Wellbeing resources within their sporting context and become Mental Health Champions. Participants will learn skills appropriate for a sport administrator to respond to mental health issues and help promote positive mental health and wellbeing outcomes.
Date: Tuesday 28 May 2024, 12:00pm-4:00pm
Location: Online |
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