Fair Access in Sport
What is fair access in sport?
We value our sporting community and the variety of sports that women and girls participate in within Port Phillip. We are committed and excited to further drive this participation by making sure that women and girls have access to the best courts, grounds and facilities, as well as access to convenient competition and training times.
Policy and Action Plan
This policy has been created to help make sport fairer for women and girls. It follows the Fair Access in Sport Policy Roadmap, which was developed by the Office for Women in Sport and Recreation, together with Sport and Recreation Victoria and VicHealth.
The policy shows our promise to support gender equality and inclusivity in sport.
The action plan explains what the Council and local sports clubs can do to collectively support this.
How clubs can support fair access
This is a self-assessment designed to help clubs reflect on how inclusive and equitable their practices are, especially around gender and access. It’s part of a broader effort to support fair participation in community sport. It’s the first action in the Fair Access in Sport Policy and Action Plan endorsed by Council in June 2024.
News and opportunities
Please check in here for any news or announcements relating to gender equality in sport.
Women in Sport Network
Empowering Women Leaders Across Port Phillip with Carol Fox
Nominate yourself or a member of your club to join this masterclass delivered by Carol Fox.
This is an opportunity to bring together women in coaching, officiating, management, and administration roles to strengthen their leadership, build networks, and create lasting change in local sport.
This program is designed to deliver practical inspiration – tools you can apply immediately, backed by 30+ years of experience in sport and leadership.
This opportunity is free, and funded with the support of Change Our Game. This session and the subsequent network that will be developed from this is in response toto the Fair Access in Sport Action Plan, specifically:
Action 1.11 Create opportunities for women to meet likeminded sporting/active women to network, collaborate or exercise together in the municipality.
Action 2.4 Create opportunities for women and girls to meet likeminded women to network, collaborate or participate in sport together.