Tennis
Tennis Australia, opens in a new tab is a proud member of Pride in Sport. In conjunction with Member Associations, is committed to embracing diversity by ensuring our sport and events welcoming, safe and inclusive for everyone. They believe that being inclusive is reflecting the diversity of our local communities and that everyone should have the opportunity to be included and engaged through tennis in a way that is positive and meaningful for them regardless of their sex, sexuality, gender identity or any other defining characteristic. Inclusion is about providing choice for people to participate in sport in a way that they feel comfortable. As well as, mainstream tennis opportunities, there are a variety of LGBTQ+ specific initiatives that people can choose to participate in.
Guidelines
- Transgender Inclusion Guidelines for Community Tennis, opens in a new tab, (May 2024).
- LGBTQ+ Engagement Guide, opens in a new tab, (May 2024).
Programs
- Australian Open Glam Slam, opens in a new tab. Held during the Australian Open Grand Slam event in January. First held in 2022, LGBTQ+ tennis players of all abilities can participate in this event. Competitive and social play matches will be played over three days
International
Programs
GLTA – Gay & Lesbian Tennis Alliance, opens in a new tab. A global LGBT sports organization that sanctions over 70 competitive tennis events across the globe each year. These events are an opportunity for all tennis enthusiasts from complete beginners to high level accomplished players to participate at the wonderful game of tennis.
