Diversity and Inclusion


Sport and Recreation aims to support the sport and recreation sector to provide opportunities for all Canberrans to participate in physical activity and looks to improve physical activity outcomes for identified population groups through targeted programs delivered in partnership with the sector.

Sport Australia's Inclusive Sport Framework provides a model for advancing diversity and inclusion.

This five step process and comprehensive toolkit will assist organisations to develop their own inclusive frameworks and develop clear strategies, policies, programs and practices that foster greater diversity and inclusion.

An inclusive framework demonstrates that everyone is included, is treated equally and will be made to feel part of the organisation. It can help attract new members, sponsors and other community organisations with similar values, who want to align with your brand and activities and demonstrates that your organisation will not tolerate discrimination, barriers or disadvantage.

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Wreck Bay Aboriginal Community Council administers the Indigenous Sports Grant Program on behalf of the ACT Government for ACT residents seeking support for their participation in sport and Recreation Activities.

Research Report

Indigenous Australians’ participation in sports and physical activities - Qualitative Research Report ACT

Sport and Recreation engaged ORC Intentional to conduct research on participation in sport and physical activity amongst Indigenous people in the ACT region (including Queanbeyan). The research explored current participation levels and behaviours, key drivers and barriers to participation and the role of sport and sporting clubs within communities.

The research was qualitative, with focus groups and interviews being with Indigenous people age 15 years and over. Additionally, interviews were conducted with intermediaries who are engaged in the organisation development of sports and physical activity programs which target Indigenous participation. Respondents were recruited by local Indigenous organisations which ORC partnered with for the research.

Indigenous Qualitative Research Report ACT – Full Report (PDF – 989.3 KB)

Indigenous Qualitative Research Report ACT – Executive Summary (PDF – 352.4 KB)

Sport Australia partnered with the Australian Human Rights Commission and the Coalition of Major Professional and Participation Sports to develop Guidelines for the inclusion of transgender and gender diverse people in sport. The Guidelines provide practical advice on how sporting organisations can create and promote an inclusive environment for transgender and gender diverse people.

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Play by the Rules Creating an LGBTI+ Inclusive Club is a free, interactive online training course suitable for coaches, administrators, officials, players and volunteers.

Proud2Play focuses on increasing LGBTIQ+ engagement in sport, exercise and active recreation.

Pride in Sport is a national not-for-profit sporting inclusion program specifically designed to assist sporting organisations of all levels with the inclusion of employees, athletes, coaches, volunteers and spectators with diverse sexualities and genders.

A Gender Agenda supports the needs of intersex, transgender and gender diverse communities of Canberra through education, and advocacy.

Research Report

Sport and Recreation rolled out the Inclusive Sport Survey in 2013 as part of a broader Inclusive Sport Project in partnership with Play by the Rules. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGTBI) people residing in the ACT and surrounding regions, were invited to share their sport experiences by participating in an anonymous online survey. Over 300 people participated in the survey, the first sport specific study of its type conducted in the ACT. The Inclusive Sports Survey Report and summary brochure were published in April 2014.

Inclusive Sport Survey Report (PDF 2.1MB)

Inclusive Sport Survey Report Summary (PDF 552KB)

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Abilities Unlimited Australia provides opportunities for children with diverse abilities to participate in sport and active recreation

Deaf Sports Australia provides opportunities for deaf and hard of hearing people to participate in sport at different levels from grassroots to international competition.

Sport Inclusion Australia assist in the inclusion of people with an intellectual disability into the mainstream community sport.

Wheelchair Sports NSW/ACT provides opportunities for people with a disability to participate in sport from grassroots to elite competition.

The ACT Office for Disability provides strategic advice to government and community to create an inclusive Canberra