Exciting Opportunity: Apply Now to Host the Girls Positive and Safe Coaching Pathway!

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Exciting Opportunity: Apply Now to Host the Girls Positive and Safe Coaching Pathway!

25 October 2024
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We invite applications from dedicated TAFISA members that share our vision for creating positive and safe coaching environments for girls! Selected organization will receive up to US$10,000 aimed at supporting the implementation of safe coaching practices and projects within their communities.

Pathway Grant 2025


Introduction & Project Overview

The Girls Positive and Safe Coaching Pathway is a global initiative aimed at empowering girls and young women through positive and safe coaching practices, addressing key issues related to gender equity in sports. The program provides training and development opportunities for coaches, trainers, and sports professionals to create safe, inclusive, and supportive environments for girls in sports. Through the Training of Trainers (ToT) program, organizations gain access to expert-led training materials, toolkits, and ongoing support to implement these practices within their local communities. 


Eligibility Criteria

Applications are open exclusively to TAFISA members. We are seeking applications from organizations who meet the following criteria:

  • Experience in coaching or training, particularly in women’s and girls' sports and/or access to pool of coaches and trainers;
  • Commitment to gender equity and inclusion in sports, with a demonstrated focus on advancing opportunities for women and girls
  • Ability to organize and deliver workshops engaging at least 30 participants per session, with a minimum total of 80 participants across all workshops;
  • Willingness to integrate the Pathway’s training outcomes into the organization’s long-term coaching and technical strategies and frameworks, ensuring sustainable impact beyond the initial workshops;
  • Commitment to safeguarding, with the organization ready to implement appropriate safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment;
  • Commitment to cascade the Pathway to other coaches and trainers beyond TAFISA’s direct support, expanding its reach and influence across the wider coaching community.

Application Requirements

To apply for the grant, please complete the Application Form (online). The online form will ask for general information about your organization, motivation to participate, and strategies for ensuring program success and sustainability.

As part of the application form, you are also required to attach a delivery plan that outlines how your organization will implement the Pathway. This should include workshop planning, trainer selection, recruitment and outreach strategies, timeline, and sustainability efforts. For detailed guidelines on preparing the delivery plan, please click here.

Timeline

  • Application Opens: 28 October
  • Application Deadline: 5 December, 17:00 CET
  • Selection Announcement: 20 December
  • Program Start: January
  • Training of Trainers (ToT) Program: January – February

Selection Criteria

Applicants will be assessed based on the following criteria:

  • Alignment with the goals of the Girls Positive and Safe Coaching Pathway and commitment to gender equity and safe coaching practices;
  • Capacity to deliver the Pathway program to coaches and trainers;
  • Geographical and strategic importance;
  • Thoughtfulness in planning, including recruitment, outreach, and sustainability strategies;
  • Demonstrated impact potential and monitoring mechanisms for long-term success;
  • Plans for sustainability, ensuring that the Pathway’s principles and practices continue beyond the program and are integrated into long-term strategies;
  • The quality and clarity of the detailed delivery plan.

Grant Allocation

Selected organization will also have access to up to US$10,000 aimed at supporting the implementation of safe coaching practices and projects within their communities. These grants can only be used for:

  • Workshop Costs: Venue, materials, and logistical support;
  • Facilitator allowance;
  • Outreach and Recruitment: Promotional efforts to ensure broad participation;
  • Advocacy: Initiating social media campaigns or outreach efforts to raise awareness of gender equity and safe coaching in sports;
  • Monitoring and Evaluation: Tools or resources to track progress and outcomes.

Grant allocation will be determined based on the strength of the participant’s project proposal, the expected community impact, and the need for resources.

Submission Process

Applications should be submitted by 5 December 17:00 CET. The TAFISA office will confirm receipt of all applications that are completed in full. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For any inquiries, please contact kim@tafisa.org. 

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