September was a month of outstanding achievements for Northern Irish women insport, showcasing resilience, excellence, and global impact. This further highlights theimpact of support for women and girls in sport. SwimmingBethany Firth made a triumphant return to international competition at the World ParaSwimming Championships in Singapore, claiming gold in the Mixed S14 4x100mMedley Relay with…
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Female Sports Forum shines a light on Women and Girls Sport in NI The Female Sports Forum is proud to publish its latest Insight report, in effort to continue to shine a light on the experiences of women and girls in sport and physical activity across Northern Ireland. The report highlights key areas for improvement,…
On Wednesday, September 3rd, the Female Sports Forum hosted the fourth Women’s Sport Series at Ulster University. Building on the success of previous sessions, this event once again brought together those working in sport from across Northern Ireland for an inspiring morning of conversation about inclusion and breaking down barriers in sport. Sharing Voices and…
The NI Sports Forum is proud to continue its Board Recruitment Programme, an initiative launched in 2019 to strengthen the governance of sports organisations across Northern Ireland. The programme connects skilled and passionate individuals with opportunities to serve on the boards and committees of member organisations, helping to shape the future of sport in the…
A month for Women’s Sport. This month has been a wrap up for many sports seasons and the beginning for others. There are still plenty of wins to Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Camogie Wins The Glen Dimplex Premier Junior All-Ireland Camogie Final saw Armagh (Ulster) reach the final, held at Croke Park on August 10th. Laois were the…
Get ready to celebrate HER Outdoors Week from 11th–17th August 2025! This exciting week is all about encouraging women and girls of all ages to discover new activities, embrace the outdoors, and connect with their local communities. Check out the events happening near you below and find the perfect opportunity to try something new, meet…
🤝 Setting Up for Success: Engaging Women in Sport (in partnership with Sported)
📅 Wednesday, 19th March | 🕡 6:30 – 8:30 PM | 📍 Girdwood Hub
An interactive workshop for club leaders—open to both men and women—focused on creating welcoming environments and increasing women and girls’ participation in sport through creating inclusive programmes.
Please register through this form: Setting Yourself Up For Success Workshop Registration Form
More information to follow.
July has flown in with a few notable performances this month. Check them out below: Kate O’Connor delivered a standout performance this month, smashing her own Irish record in the heptathlon with a staggering 6,487 points. This achievement included personal bests in both the 200m and 800m events. Her 800m time of 2:10.46 secured the…
Tracey Atkinson is a ball of energy, her enthusiasm is infectious, and it makes you want to lace up your trainers and find the same joy she discovers in sport. Tracey began running during a career break after having her third daughter. While completing her degree, she started experiencing blackouts. After seeking medical advice, she…











