CELEBRATING WOMEN & GIRLS IN FOOTBALL
Please submit details of your club’s Female Football Week event or activations below to gain additional exposure and support.
Female Football Week will run from Friday, 3 May to Sunday, 12 May, with the aim of capitalising on the success and momentum of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™, and acknowledging the contributions of women and girls across the football community.
In 2024, FFW is being celebrated in conjunction with ‘Our Game’ which aims to cultivate a community of energised and passionate beliefs to confidently and unapologetically create the future of Women’s Football.
A key initiative for the week of celebration, FQ’s Women’s Football Round will kick off the weekend of Friday, 3 May and wrapping up on Sunday, 12 May, coinciding with Mother’s Day and delivering memorable moments across the state.
Clubs across Queensland are encouraged to get involved in Female Football Week by running their own activations and events such as club barbeques, mentor programs, come and try days and more.
Don’t forget to post about your event on social media and use these hashtags #WeRise #YehTheGirls #FemaleFootballWeek
How can you be involved?
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Come & Try Days
Host a skills workshop or come and try session for women and girls to experience your club's atmosphere and connect with current members.
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Female Football Seminars
Host a seminar or join in to the Football Australia Seminars showcasing local talent and their stories of empowerment within the game.
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Recognise Women & Girls at your Club
Create awareness across social media by acknowledging women and girls who are making a difference to the club or community.
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Host a Coaching or Referee Course
Host a female-only coaching course or First Year referee course to get some new participants involved.
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Bring a Friend Sessions
Encourage current participants to bring down some friends to encourage new participants to experience football with their friends.
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Exhibition Matches
Provide junior female participants with the opportunity to play a curtain raiser or halftime mini-game for any senior women's games.
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Club Activations & Webinars
Female Football Training
Join some of our skilled female football coaches for an evening of fun. This training session looks to combine forces with female athletes of all ages, engaging them in games and activities that promote and develop skills and understandings whilst also forming relationships with other female athletes.
Wednesday, 8 May
6pm - 7:15pm
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Officiating Webinar: Refereeing role models and pathways for females in football
Targeted at those in the community who aspire to progress their refereeing journey. Panel discussion with current female referees about how to get started in community refereeing including advice on seeking a trusted mentor to offer guidance, feedback and support.
8 May 2024
8pm - 9pm (AEST)
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Q&A Session
Join us for a special Q&A session featuring former Matildas player Kate McShea and our Senior Captain Squad, including our current A-League players Tish Woods, Bonnie Davies, and Emma Standbury.
Wednesday, 8 May
6:45pm - 7:30pm
Injury Prevention, Strength and Conditioning for Female Athletes
Join us for a free workshop focused on injury prevention and management, and strength and conditioning for female athletes.
Thursday, 9 May
6pm
Movement Improvement, Rockhampton
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Wanderers Girls All in Training Session
All ages Wanderers women and girls are invited to an all in training session to meet, train and have some fun with our community of female footballers. Food will be served afterwards while the U18s will play against Lions in the U18s Kappa Queensland Cup match. It is set to be a fantastic night for female football.
Wednesday, 8 May
5:30pm - 6:45pm
Female Only Miniroos Coaching Course
Aimed at volunteer parents and coaches working with novice players or players aged 10 and under.
Thursday, 9 May
5:30pm - 7:30pm
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Coaches & Players Webinar
Join us as we discuss Emma Rolston's inspiring journey from grassroots to the professional game.
Friday, 10 May
5:00pm
Online (to Wide Bay & Central Coast Regions)
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History of Women's Soccer at Nerang Soccer Club
Hosting three games, including two junior girls' matches and one FQPL3 women's match. Inviting former Nerang players that have represented Gold Coast and Australia. Junior girls to walk out with FQPL players to kick off the match, with a BBQ provided for all female players in attendance.
Friday, 10 May
6:30pm - 10:30pm
Easts FC NPL Women & U23 Home Game
Eastern Suburbs FC is gearing up to host their first home match of the season, featuring an NPL Women/U23 game with a Girls Walkout, games, and special guests, including the Brisbane Lord Mayor.
Friday, 10 May
6pm - 10pm
Come & Try Session
All women and girls in the community are welcome, regardless of age or experience. Let's celebrate Female Football Week together!
Saturday, 11 May
2:30pm - 4pm
Women & Girls
Free Girls Only Come and Try
Free girls-only come and try mini clinic for girls of all experience levels are welcome.
Saturday, 11 May
9am - 10am
Girls 6 - 9
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FFW Gala Dinner
Celebrate Female Football Week in style at BCFC's Gala Dinner at Gambaro's! Guest speaker, Amy Chapman, will share her insights and experiences in the world of football. Whether you’re a football enthusiast, a supporter of female athletes, or simply looking for a fantastic night out, this event is not to be missed! Enjoy a delicious 2-course meal a 3-hour drinks package and entertainment.
11 May 2024
6pm - 11pm
$85 - $1400
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Celebrating Women and Girls in Football
Celebrating Women and Girls in football with Robina City FC.
Saturday, 11 May
12:30pm - 4pm
Female Exhibition Match
Our FQPL Women have a home game and we are inviting our female players to join in on the fun. Our junior girls will play curtain raisers for our FQPL Women and Men's teams. Free Face Painting and Fairy Floss offered to all our participants!
Saturday, 11 May
4pm - 7pm
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Super Saturday
The culmination of our Female Football Week celebrations will be the U23 and Senior NPLW home games vs Peninsular Power. Junior girls will be playing half time games and forming a tunnel to support our players in the match. Come along for a special Souvla Dinner from Spiro at the Canteen and support the teams in a great night of football.
Saturday, 11 May
4pm - 9pm
Celebrating Women in Football
Join the movement at The Gap Football Club! Celebrate the spirit and talent of women in football during Female Football Week. Let's kick goals, on and off the field!
Saturday, 11 May
2:30pm - 7pm
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Working in Football Webinar
Targeted at those in the community who are interested in careers in football. Expert panel discussion regarding the range and depth of the various roles in football for women and girls to aspire to. Outlining the skills and attributes that recruiters are looking for in 2024. Advice for nailing interviews and different approaches to landing a job in football.
12 May 2024
8pm - 9pm (AEST)
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Kickin it with the Knights Girls
Empowering women in football through participation, support and encouragement.
Sunday, 12 May
3pm - 8pm
Queen of the Pitch
Queen of the Pitch - for fun - for club spirit - for SESFC female members.
Monday, 13 May
6pm - 8pm