Women’s Leadership Program

The Strive Sport Women’s Leadership Program supports the development of confident, capable leaders within sport strengthening both individuals and the clubs and organisations they are part of.

This program focuses on building leadership capability, clarity, and confidence, while creating pathways for women to grow and contribute more broadly across sport.

Program Overview

Delivered as a one-day workshop with ongoing support, the program is designed to provide practical tools, insights, and connection opportunities that extend beyond the day itself.

Participants gain access to a supportive environment to develop their skills, expand their thinking, and build confidence in leadership roles within sport and beyond.

Program Structure

• One-day interactive workshop

• Practical workbook with guided activities

• Ongoing access to mentoring and networking opportunities

Workshops are held in Melbourne, Ballarat and Geelong, with options to deliver customised programs for organisations and clubs.

Program Content

The program covers a range of areas to support leadership development, including:

• Identifying personal values and leadership style

• Building confidence and self-awareness

• Developing communication and decision-making skills

• Understanding pathways and opportunities beyond participation

• Strengthening leadership capability within clubs and organisations

• Applying skills across sport, work and everyday environments

Supporting Environments Around Participants

We recognise that leadership development does not happen in isolation.

The program also includes guidance on how clubs and families can better support individuals, including a dedicated session focused on:

• Supporting athletes and participants in their development

• Creating positive and sustainable environments within sport

  Beyond the Workshop

  The program is designed to extend beyond a single day.

  Participants are supported through:

  • Access to the Strive Sport Mentoring Program

  • Quarterly networking opportunities

  • Ongoing connection to a community of women in sport