Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy

Through consultation with clubs across the country, the Advisory group has helped Australian Sailing develop a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy for Sailing for 2025-2028, aimed at driving meaningful change across the sailing community. 

Australian Sailing’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy 2025–2028 sets out our commitment to building a more inclusive sailing community where everyone feels welcome, respected and supported.

Our Five Focus Areas

The strategy has five focus areas to achieve the vision and mission. The strategy articulates not only what will be done to achieve the desired outcome but also what success looks like for each of the five focus areas detailed in the Strategy:

Environment

Foster inclusive and welcoming environments, ensuring that all individuals feel seen, valued, and respected.

 

Connection & Engagement

Establish partnerships between organisations and the sailing community to ensure e ective and measurable engagement


Education

Implement educational initiatives to raise awareness, foster understanding, and support the sailing community toward greater inclusion and equity.

 

Leadership

Encourage diverse representation in leadership roles and provide support for inclusive practices and policies within sailing.

 

Visibility

Enhance visibility, celebrate achievements, and challenge biases to increase representation and participation of underrepresented groups in sailing.

 

Read the Strategy

Explore the full Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy 2025–2028 to learn more about Australian Sailing’s priorities, planned actions and measures of success.

Download here