Football Australia’s Women in Football Leadership Program will kick-off in mid-July 2023.
This initiative is open to all women aged 18+ involved in football as volunteers, football media, advanced coaches and referees, high-performance players, board members or paid employees and those who are looking to work in football. The program will bring women together from many areas of football to share their experiences, examine leadership styles, discuss engaging and influencing stakeholders and learn the value of networking.
The program looks to develop an individual’s skills and knowledge, whilst building confidence in women to pursue leadership roles and/or take the next step in their career. With fewer than 40 days to go until the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup begins, it’s the perfect time for this exciting program. The program is aimed at empowering women involved in football to have a stronger more positive influence on the sport, as well as providing participants with a professional development opportunity.
The program takes place over 5-weeks, with a mixed delivery mode, incorporating online webinars, a 1 ½ day in person facilitator led workshop held in Adelaide, as well as a self-learning component through electronic course materials. Some of the topics that are covered include psychometric testing, sports governance, and conflict management.
Football Canterbury Board Member and Managing Director at Marrickville FC Georgie Kokokiris stated how much value the in-person Workshop displayed.
I have had had the amazing opportunity of spending time with some outstanding women in football. What starts off as being a little scary, ends with belief and confidence that you are in the right space, along the path meant for you.”
We encourage all interested women to register their expressions of interest before applications close at 5pm, 5 July.
Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/231578245589874
Key Dates:
- Registration open until 17:00 5th July 2023
- Successful Applicants Notified: 8 July
- Program Commences:
- Online Course: 12 July
- In-Person Conference: 29 July (all day), 30 July (8am-12pm)
The program is funded in part by the Office for Women and Football Australia thanks to the Government of South Australia.