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Grassroots to Global: Women in Rugby Inspiring Change Forum

RugbyWA is proud to support the Grassroots to Global Series: Women in Rugby Inspiring Change. The Grassroots to Global Series connects inspirational female community rugby leaders worldwide to build a more equitable rugby future. By amplifying their voices and impact, this series empowers women and youth already growing the game in their communities. Together, they’re driving change and supporting World Rugby’s and RugbyWA's plan to accelerate women's rugby development at the grassroots level.

Grassroots to Global is part of a Global Social Impact Partnership between ChildFund Rugby and World Rugby. It is a flagship programme that brings together female community leaders from across the world to build their networks and drive social change through rugby.

Following the national forum, one Grassroots to Global representative from each group is invited to travel to Grassroots to Global Connect, an international conference for Grassroots to Global leaders from around the world, held in conjunction with the opening match of Rugby World Cup 2025 in Sunderland, England.

Grassroots to Global (G2G) Forum - Overview
Key Event Details:
  • Location: Perth, Western Australia - RWA HQ 
  • Date: Saturday 17th May 2025 (Main Forum),  Wednesday 15th May 2025 (Online Pre-Forum Session)
  • Objective: Uniting female community rugby leaders globally to drive national and international action in advancing gender equity in rugby.
  • Theme: Increasing the number of women in Rugby and coaching to enhance participation and retention of girls in the sport.

Registration Parameters
  • Opening Date: Monday, April 7, 2025
  • Closing Date: Monday, April 28, 2025
  • Target Participants: 20-25 female grassroots rugby leaders 
  • Selection Criteria: Community rugby leaders 18+ volunteering and working in grassroot rugby to the elite  (players, coaches, volunteers, administrators , referees )
  • Registration Process: Complete the RWA - G2G Series Participant Registration Form (below).
Event Agenda
  • Day 1 – 15th May 2025 : 6pm to 730pm (Online introduction and Networking Session)
  • Day 2 – 17th May 2025: 9am to 5pm ( G2G in Person Workshop Session)

Register Your Interest

Register your interest to be one of 25 women selected to participate in the Grassroots to Global Forum!