Level the playing field.
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IWG exists to
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The International Working Group (IWG) on Women and Sport is the world’s largest network dedicated to advancing equity and equality for women and girls in sport and physical activity.
Our goal is simple: we want more women and girls everywhere to have the chance to be active and enjoy sport.
As the global network of networks, we bring together organisations, leaders and advocates to share insight, swap tools and build connections that make change possible.
By working together, we’re creating more opportunities for women and girls to play, to lead and to thrive - and making sport a place where everyone belongs.
Who We Work With
International
Federations
We help international federations turn equity pledges into
global impact.
As the custodian of the Brighton plus Helsinki Declaration and host of the IWG Global Summit, we offer a platform to lead by example, access world-leading insight, and collaborate on scalable strategies that advance gender equity across all levels of sport.
Government Bodies
For policymakers and government agencies, we provide the global evidence, partnerships and advocacy frameworks needed to embed gender equity into national sport systems.
We support your commitments with proven tools, international standards and a network of changemakers shaping inclusive policy worldwide.
Sports
Administrators
Whether you're managing clubs, leagues or entire systems, we equip sport administrators with the resources and peer connections to make equity real - from boardrooms to locker rooms.
We help you build inclusive environments where women and girls can thrive as athletes, coaches, officials and leaders.
Academics & Researchers
We connect academics with a global platform to share critical research that informs policy, practice and progress.
Through the IWG Insight Hub and our international network, your work reaches the right people - those driving gender equity on the ground and in the boardroom.
Grassroots Practitioners
From local coaches to community sport leaders, we offer practical resources, global case studies and a support network to help you champion equity where it
matters most.
Join a worldwide movement committed to ensuring every woman and girl has a chance to play, grow and lead through sport.
Be Part of a Global Movement.
Connecting people; Powering Progress.
IWG connects hundreds of organisations and thousands of individuals across every continent - from international federations and governments to grassroots leaders and academic institutions.
We act as a “network of networks,” bringing people and organisations together to share ideas, build connections and drive progress. Our work is guided by the Brighton plus Helsinki Declaration - a global framework for gender equity in sport - with a clear focus on opening up more chances for women and girls to take part, build skills and feel confident in sport and physical activity.
Make a Commitment
to Equity.
From Principles to Action
The Brighton plus Helsinki Declaration is the global framework for gender equality in sport. First agreed in Brighton in 1994 and strengthened in Helsinki in 2014, it is now backed by more than 600 organisations across the globe.
At its heart are 10 Principles - covering opportunity, leadership, resources, research, education and representation - all designed to make sport more inclusive for women and girls everywhere.
This commitment is already shaping policies and practice worldwide. By signing the Declaration, your organisation can:
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Publicly commit to advancing gender equality in sport
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Access advocacy tools and frameworks for best practice
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Be recognised as part of the global movement for change
From international federations and governments to national governing bodies and community clubs - this is where change begins.
Access World Leading Knowledge
Insight that drives action. Knowledge that fuels change.
The IWG Insight Hub is a global knowledge centre for gender equity in sport. It brings together cutting-edge research, real-world case studies, practical toolkits, policy examples and more - all contributed by experts, institutions and practitioners from around the world.
Whether you’re shaping policy, designing programmes, building inclusive environments, or evaluating impact - this is your go-to resource.
The IWG Global Summit on Women & Sport is the world’s foremost gathering on gender equity in sport. Taking place in Birmingham, UK from 9-11 July 2026, the Summit will unpack the most urgent questions of gender equity and equality in sport, through five powerful themes.
With perspectives curated by a truly global team, the programme promises an unmissable exchange of ideas and insights that challenge, inspire and transform.
Created Together,
For Everyone.
From local coaches and community leaders to international federations, governments and researchers, IWG connects changemakers at every level of sport. Whatever your role, we provide access to practical resources, case studies and global networks that strengthen your efforts to ensure every woman and girl has the chance to play, grow and lead through sport.
We enable international federations to turn pledges into practice. As custodian of the Brighton plus Helsinki Declaration and host of the IWG Global Summit, we offer a global platform to share learning, show leadership and shape strategies that create more opportunities for women and girls in sport.
For policymakers, we provide access to evidence, partnerships and examples of best practice. These connections help you turn commitments into action - embedding policies that give more women and girls the chance to take part and thrive.
From clubs and leagues to whole systems, we connect administrators with resources and peer networks that make change easier to deliver - from boardrooms to changing rooms. This support helps you create environments where women and girls feel welcome as players, coaches, officials and leaders.
We provide a platform for academics to share research with the people who can act on it. Through the IWG Insight Hub and our international network, your work reaches decision-makers and practitioners who can use evidence to shape progress for women and girls in sport.
From local coaches to community leaders, we link grassroots champions to practical resources, case studies and global networks. These connections strengthen your efforts to ensure every woman and girl has the chance to play, grow and lead through sport.
If you care about opening up sport to more women and girls - in your workplace, your community or simply as an ally - IWG can connect you to the latest thinking and the wider movement. Our monthly newsletter shares updates, research and events, and our LinkedIn Community Group offers a place to exchange ideas and support.
