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Athlete Personal Development

Athlete Accelerate Program

Supporting female athletes who are pursuing career options in sport.

The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) is proud to support women who work across all roles in sport and supports those eager to develop their skills and knowledge.

The AIS Athlete Accelerate Immersion Experience Grant is designed to provide employment-enhancing experiences for current and alumni AIS Athlete Accelerate Program participants in the Australian sport sector. The immersion experience will enhance their development in role-specific expertise, broaden their networks, and enable connection with leaders and potential mentors in the sports system.

Activities and experiences covered under the Grants Program must show a demonstratable connection with personal, career, and skill-building development. Below are two examples of experiences covered by the Program:

  • Michelle is a coach seeking to enhance her coaching expertise by attending the 2024 U21 World Championships in Morocco. This opportunity will allow Michelle to gain international coaching experience, observe top competitors, and build professional networks. The Grant can assist by providing financial support during this crucial developmental phase.
  • Anna is seeking to enhance her expertise in managing neurodivergent athletes by attending practice and game sessions with an NSO and Professional Sporting Organisation. This opportunity will assist in gaining insights from their successful programs, developing new skills, and building professional networks. the Grant can help by funding the necessary expenses for this important learning experience.

Further examples can be found in the Grant guidelines.

AIS Athlete Accelerate Immersion Experience Grant Guidelines

Important dates

  • Applications open:
    9:00am (AEDT) Monday 2 December 2024
  • Applications close:
    5:00pm* (AEST) Friday 30 May 2025
  • Outcomes notified to all applicants:
    Applications will be assessed on a monthly basis and is demand-driven
  • Immersion experiences to be completed by:
    Sunday 30 November 2025

APPLY HERE FROM MONDAY 2 DECEMBER

*Applications must be submitted before 5:00pm AEST. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Please note the time differences for each state below.
* NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS, QLD: 5:00pm
* SA & NT: 4:30pm
* WA: 3:00pm

Funding

Funding for this program has been provided through the Australian Government's 2023/24 Federal budget. The program funding has been designed to support the applicant to engage in an Immersion Experience with an approved organisation. Funding is available in two forms:

  • funding provided directly to the applicant; or
  • funding provided to the organisation.

A total funding pool of $50,000 (GST exclusive) is available for allocation through the Athlete Accelerate Immersion Experience Program.

The maximum grant amount available to any individual or organisation is $10,000 (GST exclusive).

The final grant amount will be determined by the ASC as part of the assessment process.  The amounts may vary between applicants and may not be the full amount applied for.

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