Community Settings

Female Inclusion in Sport Grants Program (FISG)

DPV Health and the City of Whittlesea offer the Female Inclusion in Sports Grant Program (FISG). 

Funded by City of Whittlesea Council and DPV Health, FISG provides funding of up to $3,000 (ex GST) to City of Whittlesea based sporting clubs. Funding is provided for clubs to run projects aimed at increasing female inclusion in all aspects of sporting clubs (e.g. as players, coaches, umpires and in leadership roles). 

Sport offers many health and well-being benefits, as well as increasing leadership opportunities, self-esteem, interpersonal networks, social inclusion, and community connections. Despite these benefits, more than two thirds of Australian women aren’t getting enough exercise to benefit their health. 

Addressing gender inequity is crucial to achieving better health and social well-being; improved organisational performance; and the prevention of violence against women. 

The FISG Program aims to assist clubs to develop projects that promote and encourage equal inclusion of females in sports across the municipality. 

For more information visit: Female Inclusion in Sports Grants

Read through our Fair Access Policy here: Fair-Access-Policy-Roadmap

If you are interested in applying for a Grant through DPV Health, please email: populationhealth@dpvhealth.org.au

Where to Find Support & Activities 

• Local councils & community centres, offer free or low-cost exercise classes.  
• In Hume, have a look at Active Hume  
• In Whittlesea, have a look at the things to see and do, walking map and outdoor gyms  
• Heart Foundation walking groups   
• Community houses also often have activities perfect for older adults, or adults as they age. Find your local community house – Neighborhood Houses