Challenge DV offers customised community-based programs, which help sporting clubs foster safer, more respectful and inclusive environments. Grounded in honest conversations and evidence-based training, our programs bring players, coaches, volunteers, and supporters together to drive change - on and off the field.

By tapping into the influence and belonging that clubs offer, this initiative helps shift harmful norms and champions equality, respect, and inclusion.

What our program includes

• Practical training sessions exploring gender equality, respectful behaviours, and violence prevention
  

• Tools for identifying microaggressions, bias, and harmful stereotypes
  

• Bystander intervention strategies that are safe, effective, and actionable
  

• Self-reflection activities to increase personal accountability
  

What clubs can gain

• A stronger, more inclusive culture grounded in shared values
  

• Increased awareness of domestic and family violence
  

• Greater confidence to challenge disrespect and inequality
  

• Empowered members who can influence change beyond the club
  

Guiding principles

• Gender equality and transformation
  

• Intersectional inclusion
  

• Accountability and reflection
  

Measurable impact
We assess outcomes through pre- and post-program surveys and can support clubs in reviewing or improving DFV-related policies.