Northern NSW Football launched its Women's Leadership Program in 2023, aimed at empowering women involved in football to have a stronger, more positive influence on the sport. With the successful implementation of this program through 2023 and 2024, we look forward to delivering this program in 2025.
The Women's Leadership Program will provide online and face-to-face learning and networking opportunities for established and aspiring female leaders within football.
Helen Moseley, Northern NSW Football's Women & Girls and Participation Officer, said: "We want to facilitate the appointment and representation of more women to decision-making roles across all levels of the game. Our Women's Leadership Program is a fantastic opportunity for women to gain valuable skills, connect with other women in the industry, and make a positive impact on the future of football."
The program will provide a professional development opportunity for women in football and aims to increase the visibility of women in influential roles.
"We are thrilled to have launched three Women's Leadership Programs with the continued growth of women's football following the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup on home soil," Moseley said.
"The program will include online learning and networking as well as a two-day conference."
This initiative is open to all women aged 18+ involved in football, including advanced coaches and referees, board members, club volunteers, football media, high performance players and paid employees.
2025
The 2025 Women in Football Leadership Program will be facilitated by Football Australia's Media and PR Manager, Ann Odong.
- Applications open: Thursday 13 March 2025
- Applications close: Thursday 3 April 2025
- Program commences: Thursday 17 April 2025
- Program concludes: Thursday 22 May 2025
- Two-day conference: Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 May 2025
- Conference location: Novotel Newcastle Beach
- Cost: The scholarship will cover a significant portion of the program costs, with participants required to make a $250 contribution to be accepted into the program.