Female Development Network
This is an opportunity for individuals to share experiences, seek guidance, and knowledge with others. Together we will strive to grow towards our goals, celebrate achievements, and build on our potential. This program is open to females 18 and over who are players, coaches, referees, board members, and organizers within the Grassroots, Competitive, and High-Performance levels.
About the Network
Mission:
To increase, support, and retain women in soccer through empowerment, inclusion, and education.
Values:
Inclusion: We strive to create an inclusive and diverse community
Connection: We aim to create impactful and meaningful relationships
Empowerment: We come together to empower ourselves and each other
Authenticity: We are here as ourselves to be ourselves
Details:
The program runs from October to April with monthly online or in person engagements. Each month we will welcome female experts from around Canada who are actively promoting strong female leadership.
Full attendance is expected at all workshops as well as completion of task(s) that will be provided to participants.
| Date | Event | Description |
| October 22, 2023 | Online Education Session | Teams Meeting: Group welcome, year outline, goal setting |
| November 4-5, 2023 | In Person: Saskatoon | Gender Equity Lens Workshop, Welcome Social/Networking |
| January | TBA | |
| February | TBA | |
| March | Awards Night: Regina | Celebrating SSA Member achievements |
Every participant will receive the following:
50% grant on next SSA delivered coaching course (CSA C or B Licence Part 1) or a $750 grant towards a Canada Soccer Children’s Licence, Youth Licence, B Part 2 Licence or A Licence in 2022 or 2023.
$200 honorarium available for participants upon the completion of the Program.
Saskatoon based coaches will be given the opportunity to participate in the SK EXCEL Program on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. Honorarium for those participating in the REX Program.
Participant welcome package.
Opportunities to connect with Female Leaders within Canada and grow their own Network.
Tailored tasks designed to support their future aspirations
Registration now open until September 2023!
2023 April Session ft. Kia Schollar and Astrid Baecker - Regina SK
2022 March Session ft. Kristina Kiss and Sara McConaghy - Saskatoon SK
