Northern NSW Football invites the football community to celebrate Female Football Week 2026 with awards, activities and gala days.
Female Football Week 2026 will take place from Friday 8 May to Sunday 17 May 2026. The week is a national initiative which gives the football community a chance to celebrate the immense growth of the women’s game and acknowledge female players, coaches, referees and administrators in football.
Registrations are now open for club events, with the first 40 clubs registered to receive a club activation pack.
Nominations are also open for the Female Football Week awards, a night that celebrates individuals and clubs that make a difference in women and girls’ football throughout northern NSW.
NNSWF Participation & Women’s Football Officer Serena Carter said she was excited for another successful Female Football Week in 2026.
“Female Football Week is a fantastic chance to highlight the passion and talent of female players, coaches, referees and volunteers across the northern NSW community,” Carter said.
“There’s something for everyone with activities and events catering to all levels, from grassroots through to elite competition.
“Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to be part of a vibrant celebration of women’s football in northern NSW.”
CLUB EVENTS:
Join us in empowering and celebrating women and girls in football by showcasing your commitment to diversity and inclusion.
You can do so by:
- Hosting an event or activity during Female Football Week (e.g. a panel discussion, workshop)
- Promoting the week on social media with assets provided to clubs
- Creating content that highlights female players, coaches, referees or volunteers from your region
Clubs will receive FFW updates, have the activity promoted on the NNSWF website and receive FFW advertising collateral. By registering you will receive extra exposure.
Register your club event HERE.
FEMALE FOOTBALL WEEK AWARD NOMINATIONS:
Nominations are now open for the Female Football Week awards.
Acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of individuals who are making significant contributions to women and girls’ football throughout northern NSW in the last 12 months.
Nominations are open for the following categories:
- Player of the Year
- Coach of the Year
- Referee of the Year
- Volunteer of the Year
- Community Champion of the Year
- Club of the Year
Nominate HERE.
Nominations close 5pm Monday 20 April 2026.