The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) and Australian Government Office for Women are looking to develop the next generation of female leaders in sport.

The ASC and Office for Women’s Sport Leadership Grants and Scholarships are offered to inspire and assist women in the sports industry to reach their full potential in leadership, through education and development opportunities.

Substantial funding for organisations and individuals is available. The ASC invites women from all areas and levels of the Australian sports community to apply, including women involved in sport as managers, administrators, media and communication officers, coaches, officials, and women in sport governance.

Women from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, women in rural and regional areas and women with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Applications for the 2009/10 round of Sport Leadership Grants and Scholarships for Women closed on 11 May 2009.

The next round of applications will be for the 2010/11 year. Applications for this round will open in early 2010.

Terms and conditions apply — visit the link below or call 1800 224 412 for more information.