What is the cross government planning landscape telling us about their expectations of sport investment recipients? And how can funding applicants ensure they're aligned to government priorities to secure future investment? Some thoughts, here 👇
The Office of Sport's National Sport Strategy was launched this week, bringing with it a renewed focus on inclusion, participation growth, and the broader social impact of sport. These priorities are well aligned with other key government initiatives, such as the Australian Sports Commission Play Well and Win Well strategies, as well as State and Territory Sport and Recreation plans. But while the strategies are clear, the big question remains: How do we move from well-meaning policies to real, systemic change that benefits both participants and organisations? The sporting organisations that will not only survive but thrive in this new landscape are those that choose to lead with bold, innovative approaches. It’s no longer enough to simply follow along; to truly stand out, organisations must take the reins and drive these priorities forward. But what does that look like in practice? In my latest blog, I unpack five key characteristics of sport systems that are poised for success. These include adopting real-time participant feedback loops, breaking away from outdated performance-driven practices, embedding inclusion as a core principle, amplifying sport’s social impact, and leveraging a data-driven approach to decision making. Each of these shifts is critical for transforming rhetoric into results. If you're involved in the sporting world—whether at the community level or leading a national body—I encourage you to check out how these approaches can help your organisation thrive in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. As always, I would love to hear your thoughts on the matter! #Inclusion #SportLeadership #ParticipationGrowth #DataDrivenSport #SocialImpact #InnovationInSport #NationalSportStrategy #FromNowOn https://lnkd.in/gd3NyTVt
