- $863,000 invested in local sporting clubs through Game On, Girls grant program
- Program designed to keep more teenage girl involved in community sport
- 197 clubs to deliver initiatives supporting girls aged 13 to 17
Cook Labor Government delivering on election commitment to support the next generation of female athletes
The Cook Labor Government is investing in the next generation of female athletes and local sporting clubs, with the first recipients announced under the Game On, Girls grants program.
A total of $863,000 has been awarded to 197 sporting clubs across Western Australia, supporting programs and initiatives that encourage girls aged 13 to 17 to participate, build confidence and stay connected through sport.
The Game On, Girls program was established to address the drop off in sport participation among teenage girls and support clubs to create environments where young women feel welcome, valued and empowered to participate.
Grants of up to $5,000 will be directly provided to local clubs to deliver tailored programs, activities and initiatives that help remove barriers to participation, strengthen social connections and encourage girls to remain involved in organised sport.
The first round of successful recipients spans both metropolitan and regional Western Australia and includes a broad range of sports and activities.
The initiative delivers on an important election commitment to increase opportunities for women and girls in sport and ensure community clubs remain strong, inclusive and accessible places for young people.
As stated by Sport and Recreation Minister Rita Saffioti:
"We want to strengthen confidence and make sure girls are able to enjoy all the benefits that sport provides.
"The Cook Labor Government's investment is also about supporting the next generation of female athletes, coaches, volunteers and community leaders.
"I'm really looking forward to seeing the difference Game On, Girls makes in sporting clubs and communities right across Western Australia."
As stated by Women Minister Simone McGurk:
"We know the teenage years can be when many girls drift away from organised sport, and the Cook Labor Government's grants will give clubs practical support to help keep them involved.
"Successful clubs will use this funding to create more welcoming, supportive environments where girls feel confident to take part and stay connected through sport."
