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Access & Inclusion – Creating Welcoming Sporting ClubsCreating welcoming, inclusive sporting clubs is essential for strong participation, volunteer engagement, and long-term sustainability.
Session Two of the Active Clubs Network focuses on Access and Inclusion, supporting sporting clubs to better understand barriers to participation and identify practical ways to make clubs more welcoming, accessible, and inclusive for all community members.
This session explores how clubs can create environments where people feel safe, valued, and supported — whether they are players, volunteers, families, or supporters. The focus is on practical, achievable actions that clubs can implement regardless of size, capacity, or resources.
Participants will gain practical insights into:
• Understanding common barriers to participation and engagement
• Creating inclusive club cultures that welcome diverse abilities, backgrounds, and life circumstances
• Improving access to information, facilities, and club activities
• Supporting inclusion through clear policies, communication, and behaviour expectations
• Strengthening community connection and participation through inclusive practice
Like all Active Clubs Network sessions, this workshop is:
• Beginner-friendly and jargon-free
• Practical and solution-focused
• Led by experienced facilitators
• Designed around real-world club scenarios
This session is ideal for committee members, coaches, volunteers, and club leaders who want to strengthen participation, improve engagement, and ensure their club is welcoming to the whole community.
Event Details
📅 Date: Tuesday 14 April 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
📍 Session: Access & Inclusion – Creating welcoming and inclusive sporting clubs
🎤 Presenter: Fraser Coast Regional Council + industry experts
About Neighbourhood Night Studio
Delivered as part of the Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre’s Neighbourhood Night Studio, the Active Clubs Network provides clear, accessible learning tailored to the needs of community sport on the Fraser Coast.
Neighbourhood Night Studio is a relaxed, welcoming after-hours program where adults can learn new skills, connect with others, and share ideas in a supportive, no-pressure environment. Sessions are beginner-friendly, wheelchair accessible, and designed to reduce barriers to participation.
To further support inclusion, free dinner and on-site childcare will be provided.
This event forms part of the HBNC Local Learning Network, supported by the Australian Government Department of Social Services.
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Event Venue
22 Charles St Pialba, Hervey Bay, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4655, 22 Charles St, Pialba QLD 4655, Australia, Pialba
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