The Inclusive Sport Symposium brought together community leaders, sporting clubs, and passionate advocates in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The event provided a valuable platform to exchange ideas, share lived experiences and explore practical strategies. Together, participants built momentum towards creating a more inclusive, accessible, and welcoming future for sport in WA.
September 04, 2025 Read time - 2 minutes
Members/Partners
Hosted by the Willetton Basketball Association, the Inclusion in Sport Symposium was an engaging and impactful event that brought together representatives from sporting clubs, community organisations, and the disability sector. The day featured inspiring keynote presentations from Denise, Teagan, and Zara, who generously shared their expertise, insights, and lived experiences. Their presentations encouraged participants to think differently about inclusion and highlighted practical steps that clubs can take to create more accessible and welcoming environments.
Attendees also gained access to valuable resources designed to support their inclusion journey, including the WADSA Inclusion Guide, information on becoming a Member Club, and details of upcoming Disability Inclusion Workshops. These tools provide clear pathways for clubs to embed inclusive practices within their programs and community.
The Symposium reinforced the importance of working together to remove barriers and ensure that sport in WA is genuinely accessible to everyone, regardless of ability.
Activities:
- Keynote presentations exploring inclusion in sport
- Group discussions and networking sessions
- Sharing of WADSA resources and guides
- Opportunities to connect with other clubs and community leaders
” The Symposium gave us the confidence and tools to take real steps towards making our club more inclusive. Hearing from others who are already leading the way was incredibly inspiring.”
-Symposium Participant
If your club or organisation needs support in developing an All Abilities Program or wants to learn more about WADSA’s services, please contact [email protected].