This forum will bring together local clubs, volunteers, council staff and Cricket Victoria staff to
- Share ideas and experiences of clubs recruiting and retaining women and girls in cricket
- Explore opportunities to support the future of women and girl’s cricket
- Build connections between clubs
- Hear from a panel of local volunteers and players about their women and girls cricket journey
Whether you're actively involved in cricket or simply passionate about supporting women and girls in community sport, everyone is welcome to attend this forum.
Speakers:
Sharon Lyons – Cricket Victoria - Cricket Manager Inner East Metro
Nadia Bevan - Monash University
Nadia is passionate about creating inclusive sporting environments for all, in particular girls and women. Nadia has worked on several projects that strive towards reducing barriers for sport and physical activity participation for girls and women, youth and the LGBTQ+ community. Originally from Adelaide, Nadia moved to Melbourne to undertake her PhD at Monash University after working on a gender equality in sport and recreation project in regional Victoria.
This forum is hosted in partnership with Whitehorse City Council, Manningham Council and Cricket Victoria.