There are economic, cultural, social and health benefits to having more women involved in leadership roles.
The State Government supports WA’s sport and recreation industry in its efforts to increase gender diversity, particularly with regards to women in leadership positions.
The Women in Leadership target is for boards to consist of 50 per cent female directors. For boards with an uneven number of director positions, the final position can be male or female.
The department already has several initiatives underway — such as the Case for Change program and support materials — to help all WA sports bodies achieve the Women in Leadership target.
There will be funding implications for organisations that do not achieve and maintain the Women in Leadership target. Organisations that do not achieve and maintain the target will have funding reduced to step 1 of the lower category until the target is achieved. For some organisations this will equate to a reduction in funding by 85%.
Join the Sport Director Talent Community, the Australian Sports Commission’s targeted talent pipeline connecting sporting organisations with individuals seeking a board role.
The Sport Director Talent Community is an initiative designed to connect talented people with board and committee positions in Australian sport. Aside from being the first to hear about great opportunities, members of the community are kept informed about development opportunities including courses, industry events and sector trends.
Find opportunities to support not-for-profit boards through the OnBoardWA website. OnBoardWA connects you to opportunities on government boards and committees, which play a vital role in good governance.
The Australian Sports Commission’s educational resources help sporting leaders gain the skills, knowledge, and techniques to actively contribute to the success of their sport.
Access their library of online modules to gain the foundational skills needed for board and committee members to drive long-term success in sport.
Sector PerformanceSport and Recreation — Sector Sustainability and Participation Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and SportTelephone 61 8 9492 9682Email sectorperformance@cits.wa.gov.au
The department provides leadership and support to sport and recreation organisations to integrate gender diversity and inclusion values into all areas of their business. A key part of getting it right is by reviewing best practice and listening to industry leaders. The Gender Diversity Advisory Group has provided advice and guidance on the strategies and initiatives being implemented to improve and sustain gender diversity in the sport and recreation industry. The group also shares knowledge and experiences; and identifies and discusses contemporary gender diversity issues affecting the industry. The members volunteer their time and are committed to this very important sport and recreation topic.