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Learn 2 Lead Program

The Learn 2 Lead youth leadership program aims to equip young women and gender diverse people aged 14-18 years with leadership skills and confidence to lead change in their local tennis communities.

HOW DO I APPLY?

  • Applications for 2025 are now OPEN. Register your interest and apply HERE
  • Closing date: Sunday 23rd February
  • Successful applicants will be notified by 3rd March
  • Program commences Saturday 5th April
  • Read the program information below

OBJECTIVES

  • Equip young women in tennis with life and leadership skills to build their self confidence
  • Embed youth voices in local tennis communities
  • Engage more young women in leadership opportunities within tennis
  • Ensure the program is truly inclusive – particularly culturally, socio-economically and geographically.

DELIVERY

  • Learn 2 Lead is an 8-week youth leadership program which includes a mix of online and face to face experiences.
  • Up to 12 young people in your state/territory aged 14-18 years will be accepted into the program.
  • You’ll be supported by program facilitators, two learning journey check-in sessions, an online platform with resources and a supportive community of like-minded young people!

KEY DATES – ACT:

Workshops 1, 2 & 9 are face-to-face days at National Hockey Centre, Lyneham, Canberra

  • Workshop 1 Saturday 5 April 2025: 12.45pm – 6.30pm, AND
  • Workshop 2 Sunday 6 April 2025: 8.45am – 2.30pm at National Hockey Centre (face-to-face days)
  • Workshop 3 Online session**: Thursday 10 April, 5-6pm
  • Workshop 4 Online session**: Monday 5 May or Tuesday 6 May (20 min learning check-in)
  • Workshop 5 Online session**: Thursday 8 May, 5-6pm
  • Workshop 6 Online session**: Thursday 15 May, 5-6pm
  • Workshop 7 Online session**: Thursday 22 May, 5-6pm
  • Workshop 8 Online session**: Thursday 29 May, 5-6pm
  • Workshop 9 & Graduation: Sunday 15 June: 9.15am-3.30pm at National Hockey Centre (face-to-face day)
  • Workshop 10 Online session** Thursday 14 August, 6-7pm

PROGRAM FEES

This program is valued at $2,000 and is fully subsided by an Australian Sports Commission federal government grant. The participant will not incur any cost.

Regional travel subsidies are available.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

  • Are aged between 14-18 years at time of application
  • Identify as young women
  • Are currently involved in your local tennis affiliated venue/club
  • Have a nomination from your club president, coach, supervisor or committee member

FAQ’s

For more information click HERE for FAQ’s Document

CONTACT

If you would like support with your application or throughout the process, please reach out to the ACT Women and Girls Coordinator, Esther Lynch, at [email protected]