Fundraiser & Film Screening: SupPORT Their Inclusion

Fundraiser & Film Screening: SupPORT Their Inclusion

The SupPORT Pathways Program by LACW aims to break the stigma and isolation

experienced by women who have had contact with the criminal legal system, supporting

them to engage in community sports activities. Reintegrating back into society after facing

criminalisation can pose numerous challenges for these women, and participation in sports

can offer avenues for positive and meaningful connections. Through playing, volunteering, or

coaching, the women we support can find belonging within the broader community,

acknowledged for their strengths rather than their past. With your support, we can empower

more women and gender-diverse individuals to overcome structural barriers and find a

sense of connection through sport.

To help raise funds for the Program, LACW invites you to a night of celebration, understanding

and advocacy. Following the launch of the CIJ’s evaluation of the SupPORT Pathways

Program, LACW will be screening the documentary ‘Equal the Contest’ (Best First Feature

Documentary 2023 MQFF Award). This film follows the development of an all-inclusive,

women and gender-diverse AFL club in regional Victoria. The film highlights many of the

same challenges criminalised women face regarding recognition, acceptance, inclusion, and

a right to be visible.

We’re also honoured to welcome Peggy O’Neal AO, former Richmond Football Club

President and current RMIT Chancellor, to ‘kick off’ proceedings for the night.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a movement for change. Grab your tickets now and

help us build community connection. Let’s rewrite their script.

See you there!

Host or Publisher Law and Advocacy Centre for Women (LACW)