The Power of Her 2025 Recognition Awards have been launched, celebrating South Australians who empower girls and women in sport.

These awards are the latest initiative in the state government’s commitment to backing women in sport and will continue the work of helping ensure girls and women can equally and actively participate in the sport they love.

The awards will showcase individuals, clubs, associations, and state sport and recreation organisations who are implementing programs and initiatives which empower girls and women to pursue their sporting passions and help to advance gender equality – in sport and everywhere.

Nominations are open in the following categories:

• The Power of Her – Emerging Leader
• The Power of Her – Media Champion
• The Power of Her – Sponsor Champion
• The Power of Her – Champion Local Club – Metropolitan
• The Power of Her – Champion Local Club – Regional
• The Power of Her – Outstanding Organisation
• The Power of Her – Champion of Change

Minister for Recreation, Sport & Racing Katrine Hildyard says sport is a powerful vehicle for change.  

“When we equally include girls and women and celebrate their strength, physicality and power, it transforms attitudes about girls and women and the roles they can play in sport and everywhere else.

“I am thrilled that we can formally recognise those who are progressing change that is making a difference, those who are going above and beyond in their sport and community to ensure girls and women of all abilities can deepen their participation in their chosen sport and experience the many benefits of being involved.

“I look forward to celebrating the efforts of the award nominees and winners.”

The awards further add to the legacy of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup when The Power of Her concept was introduced through a remarkably successful ‘Women in Leadership Symposium’ where more than 1,000 attendees came together to advance gender equality.

Nominations are now open and will close on Tuesday 11 February, with award winners announced at an International Women’s Day event to be held on Wednesday 12 March.

For more information and to submit a nomination, visit the website.