SportWest proudly partnered with Sport Integrity Australia (SIA) and the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport (CITS) to assist in delivering the Managing Integrity in Sport Course, held on September 16 – 17, 2025. This two-day event brought together leading experts and practitioners to address critical issues in safeguarding, mental health, and dispute resolution within the sporting community.
Over the course was designed to equip sport administrators, coaches, officials and volunteers with the tools and knowledge to uphold integrity across all levels of sport. The agenda featured a comprehensive lineup of sessions led by specialists from SIA, CITS, SportWest and the broader sport and health sectors.
Day 1: Safeguarding and Member Protection
The first day focused on the National Integrity Framework (NIF), child safeguarding policies, and understanding grooming behaviours. Highlights included:
- Child Safeguarding Policy presented by Mat Sinclair (A/g Director Safeguarding, SIA)
- A deep dive into Understanding Grooming and Intervention with Dr Karla Lopez, Senior Forensic Psychologist
- Member Protection Policy session to close the day with Steve Wyatt, SIA
Day 2: Mental Health and Dispute Resolution
The second day shifted focus to athlete wellbeing and managing complaints:
- Mental Health and Wellbeing led by Dr Kate Hall, Head of Health and Wellbeing at the AFL
- Complaint Handling and Investigation Guidelines presented by Brenna Dodds and Steve Wyatt
- Overview of the National Sports Tribunal with Venetia Bennett
The course provided a valuable opportunity for our True Sport team to showcase the range of supports available through the True Sport Mental Health and Wellbeing Initiative, including Employee and Volunteer Assistance Programs, as well as educational offerings such as workshops and eLearning modules.
This initiative reflects SportWest’s commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful sporting environment. By partnering with SIA and CITS, SportWest continues to lead the way in promoting integrity and wellbeing across Western Australia's sporting landscape.
For more information on upcoming integrity programs and resources, visit our True Sport Resource Hub or Sport Integrity Australia.
