Increasing participation, leadership of women and girls in sport

A local organisation championing women and girls in sport has been given the key role to help implement the Tasmanian Government’s Strategy to level the playing field and build an even better Tasmania.

Minister for Sport, Nick Duigan, said Womensport and Recreation Tasmania would implement the Government’s three-year Action Plan, She moves. She leads. She belongs. Tasmanian Women and Girls Sport Strategy, launched in January.

“Our Government is investing $400,000 in Womensport and Recreation Tasmania to deliver the Plan’s priorities, which include participation, leadership and inclusive environments,” Minister Duigan said.

“The organisation is well placed to deliver on these objectives because it is already undertaking critical work in providing leadership, opportunities and advocacy to progress women and girls involvement in all areas of sport and recreation in Tasmania.

“We know participating in sport has many benefits, and we want Tasmanians to feel included.

“As part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, we are supporting sport and active recreation organisations to implement changes to increase women and girls’ participation at all levels.”

Womensport and Recreation Tasmanian President and Chair Jo Bailey said, Womensport and Recreation Tasmania had worked closely with Active Tasmania throughout the development of the Tasmanian Women and Girls in Sport Strategy.

“We are excited to now play a key role in driving its delivery and bringing the Action Plan to life,” Ms Bailey said.

“While women and girls’ sport has made significant strides at local, national and international levels in recent years, there is still much work to be done - through celebrating success, championing women and girls, advocating for change, and providing support, resources and connections.

“We are committed to achieving real and tangible outcomes right across Tasmania - breaking down barriers to participation, creating more opportunities for women in sports leadership, and ensuring sport and active recreation environments are safe, inclusive and welcoming for all.”

The Action Plan is structured around a combination of existing initiatives and 10 new activities focused on driving progress across the priority areas.

The Action Plan (2026-27 to 2028-29) can be accessed here.