PARTNERS
Find inclusive sport events across NSW & ACT
Sport Inclusion NSW & ACT works with a growing network of state sporting bodies, community clubs, schools, and local organisations who share our goal of creating inclusive sport opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Together with our partners, we deliver programs, events, and pathways that support athletes of all levels across NSW & ACT.
Below you will find partners who currently provide inclusive programs or regular participation opportunities. You can explore their events, visit their websites, or contact us to have your organisation included.
Featured inclusive sport opportunities
Be sure not to miss these events today.
AFL NSW/ACT – Kickability
Kickability is designed for children and young people aged 5–16 with disability who need extra support in sporting environments.
4titude – Social Ten Pin Bowling
4titude delivers ongoing inclusive bowling competitions for all skill levels, offering a fun, social, supportive community environment.
Hill Hornets – All Abilities Basketball
Hills Hornets All Abilities sessions support young people with disability to learn and develop basketball skills at their own pace.
Western Sydney Wanderers
Western Sydney Wanderers Community Programs deliver inclusive football sessions designed for boys and girls with disability.
Sailing – Lake Macquarie / Clubs
Inclusive sailing programs delivered through sail-ability & local clubs and supported pathways across NSW.
Soccer Tuggerah 5s – Central Coast
Designed to be social and fully inclusive, these 5-a-side games are perfect for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
About our sporting partners
Our partners play an essential role in expanding inclusive sport across NSW & ACT. Each organisation supports athletes through accessible coaching, modified activities, and safe, enjoyable environments.
Through these partnerships, participants gain confidence, build friendships, and access pathways from school programs to representative competition.
Here is what our inclusive sport partners help us deliver:
- Community sport programs for all abilities
- Inclusive sessions for schools and support units
- Events and gala days across the year
- Pathways from participation to high performance
- Safe, supportive coaching environments
- Local opportunities across metro, regional, and remote communities
Sport Inclusion NSW & ACT uses a collaborative approach that allows each partner to maintain their identity while contributing to a statewide inclusion framework.
Become an inclusive sport partner
Inclusive sport is about more than competition. It’s about confidence, health, and community.
In addition, Sport Inclusion NSW & ACT works alongside teachers, parents, and coaches to make sure everyone has access to opportunities that match their goals.
Partner organisation benefits
- Visibility on our website.
- Support understanding eligibility and classification
- Access to inclusive coaching guidance
- Invitations to statewide events and gala days
- Assistance promoting local inclusive sport opportunities
- Networking with other inclusive clubs and schools
What you need to become a partner
- A genuine commitment to inclusive sport
- A program, session, or event open to people with disability
- A safe, welcoming environment for participants
- Clear contact information and program details
- Evidence of child safety and safeguarding standards
Affiliate clubs and associations
Affiliation is ideal for clubs who:
- Are beginning to offer inclusive sport sessions
- Want guidance on running accessible programs
- Want to be included in statewide pathways
- Are expanding disability sport opportunities in their region
- Want to promote inclusive sport to schools and families
Affiliate clubs receive
- Access to branding and identity guidelines
- Promotion through our website and social channels
- Direct support for inclusive session design
- Templates for safeguarding, registration, and promotional material
- A dedicated contact for program development
- Opportunities to participate in inclusive gala days and competitions
Why partner with us
Sport Inclusion NSW and ACT provides the connection between local communities and statewide inclusive sport systems.
Partnering with us means joining a network committed to growing participation, strengthening pathways, and improving access for athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
We support partners by:
- Promoting programs to families, schools, and support coordinators
- Helping clubs understand eligibility and classification requirements
- Offering guidance on adapting sessions and building inclusive environments
- Providing a consistent statewide identity for inclusive sport
- Amplifying local programs and creating opportunities for collaboration
FAQs
Everything you need to know about our partnering with us
What is an Inclusive Sport Partner?
An Inclusive Sport Partner is an organisation that provides safe, accessible sport programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and works with us to expand opportunities across NSW & ACT.
How do we list our events on the Sport Inclusion NSW & ACT website?
Simply contact us with your program details, dates, and registration link. Our team will review and add your events to the partner listings.
Does our organisation need to be disability-specific to partner with you?
It’s not required, but encouraged to get the full benefits of working alongside Sport Inclusion NSW & ACT. Many partners are mainstream clubs that offer one or more inclusive sessions or wish to start inclusive programming.
Is there a formal agreement required?
Clubs or Associations wanting full affiliation may choose a formal connection which we can discuss with you.
Can we access training to make our programs more inclusive?
Yes. We provide guidance, resources, and referral pathways to help your coaches and volunteers support athletes with disability across NSW & ACT.
Do you promote partners on social media?
Yes. Featured partners and events are often shared across our channels to help programs grow and reach more participants.