• Access to more members
• Increased awareness of underrepresented groups in the community
• Increased diversity of program delivery
• Access to awards and recognition
• Staff training and development opportunities
• Access to funding opportunities
• Access to resources and support
• Inclusive community image
• Increased promotional opportunities
• Increased partnership adn support
• Increase club access
• Sound policies and procedures

GWA Inclusion Grants are aimed at providing financial support to GWA Member Clubs to assist them in developing and implementing sustainable inclusive opportunities within their club and local community. For more information about the GWA Inclusion Grants click here.

Developed in collaboration with Inclusion Solutions with the support of Sport Australia, this important resource seeks to ensure all children, particularly those most marginalised, have access and can participate in KinderGym. The handbook provides important and valuable resources for clubs and coaches alike, to assist in their understanding of inclusion and its importance, how to ensure classes are inclusive and provide opportunities for all to be involved and useful tips for understanding their wider community.

Gymnastics Victoria have worked with with hands on community solutions to create a guide for clubs to provide physically accessible and communication friendly environments.This guide gives clubs an understanding of best practice and legal standards around club accessibility. If you need further assistance or information in regards to inclusion and physical access around your club, please contact us at [email protected] or 9228 9399.

This resource has been developed for clubs to use within their facilities. The resources include a standard communication board, an editable communication board (for clubs to insert personalised images) and images that can be used during gymnastics classes. The communication aids help people who either cannot talk or have speech that is difficult to understand. These aids are commonly used for people with disability but can assist with any communication barrier, such as people who don't speak English.

This resource is a template you can use at the club to make sure you are getting all the information necessary to delivery high quality programs to your participants. The form also supplies a platform for communicating with families or carers who have participants that require additional support.