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Lead the Future of Inclusive Sport

Join a national movement driving accessibility in sport by hiring Inclusion Coaches and transforming local communities.

Why Inclusion Matters

Playing sport is not a privilege but a right for every Australian, including the 5.5 million people (20.4%) living with disability.
(Source: ABS)

Yet, 75% of Australians with disability want to take part in sport but feel there are limited opportunities.
(Source: Paralympics Australia)

Why inclusion matters

Playing sport is not a privilege, it’s a right for every Australian, including the 5.5 million people (21.4%) living with disability.

Yet, 75% of Australians with disability want to take part in sport but feel limited by barriers to access and opportunity.

Local councils and sporting bodies play a pivotal role in changing this. By hiring a Sport4All Inclusion Coach, partners can create accessible programs, empower local clubs and schools, and embed long-term inclusion across their communities.

Sport4All is designed and delivered by people with disability and lived experience. Together, we’re helping councils, sporting organisations, and communities make inclusion a lived reality, not just an aspiration.

What does a Sport4All Inclusion Coach do?

A Sport4All Inclusion Coach is a person with disability or lived experience of disability who works within your organisation to guide, educate, and support inclusion at every level.

They help clubs and schools break barriers, deliver training, and create safe, accessible spaces for everyone – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those in regional and remote areas.

Why partner with Sport4All

Build a More Inclusive Community

Strengthen your local area’s commitment to diversity and accessibility.

Meet Accessibility and Inclusion Goals

Align with government priorities and funding objectives.

Improve Engagement and Participation Rates

Attract and retain more members in sporting programs.

Access Tailored Resources and Training

Get expert guidance, toolkits, and ongoing support.

How Does Sport4All Work?

Building Disability Inclusion Capacity and Capability Across All Sporting and Government Sectors

Boosting Internal Capacity

Foundational training for staff and leaders across councils and sporting organisations.
Support to embed inclusion practices into existing policies and programs.
A sustainable model to maintain capability long-term.

Supporting Sports and Community Organisations

Co-deliver training sessions for volunteers, coaches, and members.
Provide structured webinars, presentations, and resources tailored to local needs.
Empower organisations to lead inclusion from within.

Expanding Reach and Participation

Promote Sport4All tools through your local channels and websites.
Link directly to resources that help clubs and schools take action.
Position your organisation as a leader in disability inclusion in sport.

How Inclusion Coaches are changing the game

Across Australia, Inclusion Coaches are already helping communities embed inclusion in sport. Read how councils, clubs, and schools are creating long-term impact through lived-experience leadership.

FAQs

How much will I/ my team have to manage the Inclusion Coach?

S4A manage up to 90% of the ICs daily responsibilities and role. The Partner supports a connection to the team and the local community.

How much does an Inclusion Coach Cost?

Sport4all is federally funded via the ASC and is able to support the cost of the role in community for up to 18 months allowing time to support the role independently.

How do I know the IC is the right fit for my organisation?

As of March, 2025 – Sport4all has employed 24* ICs across the country since 2021 and is continuing to recruit (link to careers page?) more roles. Sport4All is a national program, but its unique strength is delivering in a localised way – through partnership with its local delivery partners. This means the IC coach will live, work and operate in the local community understanding and delivering on the local needs of each community.