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Grant applications for the 8th IWG World Conference on Women & Sport
Do you know someone in your community who is actively involved in supporting girls and women through play, active recreation and/or sport in Aotearoa?
Sport New Zealand is seeking grant applications for the 8th IWG World Conference on Women & Sport. This grant offers a substantial opportunity for professional development to those who might not otherwise be able to attend this event.
Successful applicants will receive a free virtual experience registration to participate in the hybrid 8th IWG World Conference on Women & Sport, taking place this year in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland and online from 14 to 17 November 2022. Over 220 sessions and almost 500 international speakers have already been confirmed for this event which is dedicated to advancing gender equity and equality in sport, physical education, and physical activity.
The Sport NZ grant is eligible to those who:
- Are actively involved in supporting kōhine and wāhine through play, active recreation and/or sport in Aotearoa
- Are a paid or volunteer member at a community or grassroot level
- Are not employed by a Sport NZ Partner (a partner is defined as an organisation who receives paid investment from Sport NZ)
Applicants can be nominated or self-nominated.
Applications close Monday 29th August.
For further details on eligibility requirements and how to apply, visit this site.
Don't miss two further opportunities available for the conference:
- First Nations Scholarships - Available for wāhine and kōhine Māori, 50 scholarships are on offer to cover registration costs. Apply by Sunday, 28th August here.
- Facilitator Expressions of Interest - if you are great at facilitating workshops, forums and panels share your interest via email by Wednesday, 31st August.
