Empower | Connect | Lead 

Join our Women in Leadership Programme, designed for women leading in their football community. In partnership with NZ Football, this programme supports the Aotearoa United: Legacy Starts Now plan. 

Purpose: 

  • Develop leadership skills 

  • Build a supportive network 

  • Enhance personal growth 

  • Implement community projects 

Regional Women in Leadership 2026 

We’re excited to invite you to Mainland Football's Regional Women in Leadership Programme! This programme is in partnership with NZ Football and supports the Aotearoa United: Legacy Starts Now plan. 

Purpose:  

The Women in Leadership programme is for women in football who are current or emerging leaders in their community. This includes women involved in club committees, as administrators, volunteers, referees, coaches, players, or similar roles.  

The programme is structured around Mainland Footballs key strategies of enriching more lives through football and strengthening capability and leadership across women’s football. It creates a community of women leaders, providing tools to increase their impact both on and off the field. 

The programme aims to: 

  1. Develop leadership skills: Empower participants with the skills and confidence needed to take on leadership roles within their football clubs and communities. 
  2. Build a supportive network: Create a strong, supportive network of women leaders who can share experiences, resources, and encouragement.
  3. Enhance personal growth: Support personal growth by helping participants understand their values, strengths, and leadership potential. 
  4. ​​​​Implement community projects: Design and lead projects that positively impact girls’ and women’s football in our communities.

The programme details are: 

Workshop One: 

Date: Sunday 8th November

Time: 9:00am-4:00pm 

Venue: TBC

Workshop Two: 

Date: Sunday 22nd November

Time: 9:00am-4:00pm

Venue: English Park

There is no cost for this course. 

Register here! 

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Rebecca Huddy
National Women in Leadership Programme participant 2024

Jamie Pearson
National Women in Leadership Programme participant 2024

Charlotte Roche
National Women in Leadership Programme participant 2023.   

 “The opportunity to collaborate and learn from like-minded individuals with diverse backgrounds has motivated me to fulfil my potential as a leader both on and off the pitch.”  
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Olivia Smith
National Women in Leadership Programme participant 2023.   

 “Participating in the Ford Women in Football Leadership Programme has been a great experience, boosting my confidence and leadership skills. The programme gave me great tools and insights to enhance my impact in football administration.” 

Alana Gunn
National Women in Leadership Programme participant 2020.   

 “The Women in Leadership Programme played a great foundation of knowledge on developing and understanding many aspects of leadership. I love the environment that was made to create a unique experience and empowerment for all females alike.”