Training & Development Hub

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We are dedicated to empowering local sports clubs and associations to foster environments that are inclusive, welcoming, and accessible to all. Through a range of tailored workshops and practical resources, we support clubs in building their capacity, strengthening governance, and promoting diversity and equity in sport.

Workshops

Welcoming Clubs Upstander Workshop

Welcoming Clubs will be facilitating the Upstander Workshop, targeted at Hume Sports Clubs/Associations, leisure providers and volunteers on Thursday 6 November at the Highlander Community Centre from 6-8pm.

This workshop is divided into two engaging and interactive parts, each designed to build capacity and confidence within the sport and recreation community:

Part 1: Learn practical ways to create inclusive sport and recreation spaces that reflect community diversity.

Part 2: Explore the Upstander Framework and gain tools to confidently address discrimination and promote safety.

When: Thursday 6 November 2025, 6 - 8pm
Location: Highlander Community Centre, 141 Highlander Drive, Craigieburn 3046

Upstander Workshop Registration

 


Anti-Racism Support Training

Associate Professor, Dr Mario Peucker from Victoria University will be facilitating the Anti-Racism Support Services Training, on Thursday 13 November. 

This training is targeted at Hume Sports Clubs/Associations to build their capacity to better understand what racism is and the appropriate support services available. 

This training will cover two topics:

Part 1: Understanding Racism  

Part 2: Navigating Reporting Systems 

When: Thursday 13 November 2025, 6 - 7.30pm
Location: Online (Zoom link will be sent after registration)

Anti-Racism Support Training Registration


General Resources

Australian Sports Commission - Game Plan

Game Plan has been developed to enable clubs to make the lives of sporting club volunteers and leaders easier and ensure important club information is stored in one place, so that over time, as things change and progress, the club has a trusted record of information.

Game Plan | Australian Sports Commission

CMSport - Centre for Multicultural Youth (CMY)

CMY provides practical tools for clubs/associations can build a more diverse and inclusive sporting sector, free from racism, together.

Tools & Resources - Centre for Multicultural Youth

Disability Sports Australia (DSA)

DSA offer a range of tools and programs to help clubs/associations become more inclusive and support the participation of peole with disability.

Education & Resources - Disability Sports Australia

Sports Community

Whether a volunteer, club, peak body or local government group, Sports Community have a range of tools and resources designed to strengthen clubs, engaging volunteers and build sustainable and vibrant clubs.

Home - Sports Community

Play By The Rules

Play by the Rules is the home for advice and resources to champion environments of respect, fairness and inclusion in community sport.

Homepage | Play by the Rules

Sport Specific Resources

AFL

Toyota AFL Club Help - Play AFL

Basketball

Resource Hub

Basketball Australia

Cricket

Club Resources

Golf

Clubs & Facilities Support Portal | Golf Australia

Hockey

Info Hub - Hockey Victoria

Netball

Tools & Resources | Netball Victoria

Rugby League

Tools and Resources | Community

Football (Soccer)

Club Support Program | Football Victoria

Softball

Club Resources - Softball Australia

Tennis

Support | Tennis Victoria