The latest survey report indicates that many organisations in the sector have no formal diversity, equity and inclusion policy or strategy, at least not one that is known to members of their board or staff.  

• 81% of survey respondents agreed that their organisation puts diversity, equity and inclusion commitments into practice. 

• But only 44% were aware of a formal diversity, equity and inclusion strategy. 

• 23% of board members were not sure if their organisation has a formal diversity, equity and inclusion strategy or policy.   

The following resources support organisations to develop their own diversity, equity and inclusion policies and strategies and to share these with their teams: 

Get input from young people on your board 

Having input from young people (aged 12-24) can improve governance, strategy and decision-making outcomes. This guidance takes you through key considerations to help your board make an informed decision on the best way to hear from young people. 

See the Youth Voice in Governance guidance. 

Explore the Accessibility Hub 

By making your content accessible, you can ensure everyone has access to information about play, active recreation and sport. Sport NZ collaborated with Aktive and Sport Canterbury and consulted with Access Advisors to create these resources to assist the play, active recreation and sport sector with providing accessible information and events.  

Visit the Accessibility Hub. 

Support women in High Performance Leadership programmes  

This integrated approach to Women in High Performance Sport aims to create the right environment and opportunities for more women in high performance leadership and coaching positions. There are three core streams of work that focus on leadership, coaching and the high performance sport working environment.   

Read more about the High Performance Sport New Zealand programmes.  

Check out the Women’s Leadership Learning Hub 

The Manatū Wāhine Ministry for Women’s Leadership Learning Hub includes a range of courses and resources for women to grow their leadership and governance skills. 

See the resources.