For Clubs

Fair Access Club Recognition

Resources, tools and recognition opportunities for clubs committed to creating more inclusive sporting environments.

Complete the recognition process to display the Fair Access Club badge on your website, communications and promotional materials.

Complete the Fair Access Self-Assessment and Action Plan to work towards recognition for supporting women and girls in sport.


The Fair Access Club badge recognises eligible sports and recreation clubs that are taking practical steps to improve opportunities for women and girls in sport.

The badge provides a visible way for clubs to demonstrate their commitment to fairness, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Recognition is available to sports and recreation clubs located within the City of Port Phillip, including those operating within the Albert Park precinct.

How to Achieve Recognition

Follow these simple steps to earn recognition.

Step 1: Complete the Fair Access Self Assessment. Review your club's current practices across areas such as facilities, scheduling, governance and culture.

Step 2: Develop an Action Plan. Identify practical actions that will improve opportunities for women and girls. Existing SSA action plans may be used where they align with Fair Access objectives.

Step 3: Council Review. Submit your completed Self-Assessment and Action Plan to Council for review.

Step 4: Receive recognition. Eligible clubs will receive the Fair Access Club badge in recognition of their commitment to improving opportunities for women and girls in sport.

Step 5: Maintain Recognition Annually. Clubs are asked to provide updates on progress and ongoing commitment to their Action Plan.

Get Started

Complete the Fair Access Self-Assessment and develop an Action Plan to help identify opportunities for your club to improve access and participation for women and girls.

Sports Club Fair Access Tool - Online

Complete the online assessment.
Start your online assessment

Sports Club Fair Access Tool - PDF

Complete the assessment document.
Complete the PDF form

Gender Equity Action Plan

This is the next step following the completion of the Sports Club Fair Access Tool.
Create your plan

Why Take Part?

Completing the Fair Access Self-Assessment and Action Plan can help clubs identify opportunities to improve access and participation for women and girls.

Recognition acknowledges clubs that are taking practical steps towards creating more inclusive sporting environments.

Benefits of taking part include:

✅ Be recognised as a leader in inclusive sport

✅ Showcase your commitment to women and girls

✅ Create a more welcoming club

✅ Increase participation opportunities

✅ Strengthen club culture

✅ Support funding applications

Recognition in Action

Learn how recognised clubs are leading positive change for women and girls in sport.

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