More than Sport: Supporting Women and building belonging

Community Hubs Australia and The Huddle have partnered to deliver Social Sport and Active Recreation programs to women across Australia, creating welcoming spaces where connection and confidence can thrive.

Huddle Up! In Community hubs begin in term 3 2025, launching in Wyndham and Greater Western Sydney with 13 Community Hubs, hitting the ground running with one clear aim- to empower women and increase participation within social sport. The program has seen women feel more confident within themselves, shoot their first netball goal and throw their first sports ball. In addition, it has allowed culturally diverse women to become more connected with their community and make strong friendships. In early February, we touched down in Hume and were immediately struck by the strong sense of belonging. “I’m pleased to see the women smiling and laughing,” says Nayana, Good Samaritan Hub Leader.

The program is helping women, broaden their knowledge of sport, and build self esteem in a supportive environment. In a short time, it has already made a meaningful impact, with more than 40 women participating in weekly sessions within the Hume region and over 380 across all Community Hubs. Many have also extended their involvement beyond the program, bringing their families along to community events such as the Annual Huddle Iftar and Welcome to AFL.

Most inspiring of all is the ripple effect: through sport, mothers are discovering new strengths, and embracing growth, and modelling confidence, and in turn, their children are inspired to do the same. To get involved head to our landing page here.