Expressions of Interest for Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Panel

Squash Australia is seeking Expressions of Interest from individuals to join its Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Panel.

This Panel will provide strategic advice and support Squash Australia’s activities in relation to diversity and inclusion through the development of tools and resources, as well as the professional development of staff within the sport.

Members of the Panel will also be responsible for assisting Squash Australia in its role of developing and updating policies that promote inclusive practice.

It follows Squash Australia’s announcement of its partnership with Pride in Sport in July last year, which saw the National Sport Organisation take another step towards further extending its inclusive sporting culture that will ensure everybody who wants to participate in the sport can do so in a safe and respectful environment.

Most notably, Squash Australia has recently completed its first Pride in Sport Index Submission and Pride in Sport Index National Survey, which afforded the opportunity to identify areas the sport can further evolve its inclusive practices.

Squash Australia’s National Lead - Sport Development Shaun McEachin says the establishment of a Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Panel is an opportunity to extend the sports inclusion and diversity practices.

“We have always believed squash to be an inclusive and supportive sport,” McEachin said.

“The establishment of the Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Panel gives us the opportunity to take on board the experience and support of subject matter expertise to further evolve our inclusive culture.

“In addition, we can drive the development of resources and information that will facilitate tangible improvement in areas such as governance, participation, support and education,” he said.

The Panel will participate in a minimum of one meeting each month to provide input and feedback to Squash Australia.

If you are interested please email a short statement on your suitability to be a member of the Squash Australia Diversity and Inclusion Panel to National Lead - Sport Development Shaun McEachin at smceachin@squash.org.au by Tuesday 22 February 2022.

Any questions in relation to the Panel can also be directed to the above contact.