Women in Sport Leadership Course

Meath LSP are once again delighted to support more women taking on leadership roles in sport by hosting a new Women in Sport Leadership Development programme in 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to women who would like to take the next step on the leadership ladder. 

Do you know a woman aged 18+ who volunteers in a club or sporting organisation—or are you one yourself—interested in stepping into a leadership role?
Women in Meath now have the chance to progress their leadership journey through a new development programme from Meath Local Sports Partnership.

We’re delighted to introduce the Women in Sport Leadership Course in Meath and invite clubs to nominate a female:

• Member, coach, or parent keen to build confidence, develop new skills, and grow a support network to take on leadership roles at club, committee, county, or national level.
• Someone with untapped potential who may not yet see themselves as a leader but would benefit from encouragement and support.

• A coach or volunteer who is ready to give more back to their club and take the next step.

Course Details

Start Date: Wednesday, 8th October
Finish Date: Wednesday, 12th November

• Format: 8 modules —4 in-person/4 online ( 6 x Wednesdays, 7–9pm) and  (2 x  Saturdays, 10am–4pm, lunch included).
• Includes a unique equine-centred workshop to help participants explore their leadership style, build confidence, and realise their potential.
• Cost: €50 per participant (subsidised by Sport Ireland Dormant Accounts Volunteer Support Programme).
• Application Deadline: 1st October.

To Register: Complete the Club Nomination Form here → https://eventmaster.ie/event/9vPyTw5HWJ

Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Be nominated by their club.
• Be aged 18 or over.
• Hold (or wish to take on) a volunteer role within their club.
• Commit to attending all course dates.
• Pay the subsidised fee of €50

Course Content:

In addition to hearing from guest expert speakers (who will provide insight into their own leadership experiences), participants will cover aspects of the following modules:

• Equine Centered Leadership Workshop
• Leadership and values
• Networking and collaboration
• Handling challenging situations/ people and developing resilience
• Becoming an influential leader
• Communications and developing your personal leadership style without the mask
• Governance in sport and how it applies to your club/sporting environment
• Handling change within your club/sporting environment
• Create a personal development plan for your future as a leader

To Register: Please complete Club Nomination Form on the following link: REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE  

Application Criteria:

To be eligible for this programme you must:

• Acquire club nomination to participate in programme
• Be over the age of 18
• Already have a volunteer role/or would like to become a volunteer within your club
• Be available to attend the above programme dates
• Once application is accepted a fee of €50 will be requested from the nominating club

For more details check www.meathsports.ie/

Or contact

Lisa at lodowd@meathcoco.ie