DISA 2026 Forum: Agitate, Innovate, Orchestrate.

DISA 2026 Forum: Agitate, Innovate, Orchestrate.

Zinc at Fed SquareMelbourne, VIC
Friday, Jan 30, 2026 from 9:45 am to 3 pm AEDT
Overview

Everyone has a role in systemic change in sport. What is yours?

The Diversity and Inclusion in Sports Alliance (DISA) is proud to present the 2026 Forum: Agitate, Innovate, Orchestrate.

Featuring an exciting range of DEI leaders and change makers, the forum will explore three roles everyone can play to create a more inclusive sporting landscape in Australia.

In partnership with the Australian Open (AO), tickets include:

  • In person or online access to the DISA Forum on Friday 30 January.
  • Ground pass access to the AO on Thursday 29 (Women and Girls Day) with an option to embark on a behind the scenes walking tour at the AO & access to AO on Friday 30 January(Pride Day), post forum.

Alongside an amazing lineup of speakers, the Forum will include practical activities to inspire action. Find out more about our speakers under 'Lineup'.


Ticket Information

You can register for the online stream or for the in-person event. The in-person tickets are limited and include:

  • Access to the AO on Thursday 29 and Friday 30 Jan (including optional walking tours of AO DEI initiatives on Thursday 29)
  • Smoking ceremony
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Lunch

If you purchase a streaming ticket, online engagement will run between 10:30am to 2:45pm (all times AEDT).


Accessibility & Inclusivity

If you are from a small community-based organisation we are offering limited discounted tickets to ensure the event is accessible for all to attend. Please email info@cmsport.com.au for further information.


About DISA

The DISA Forum is a collaboration between CM Sport, Pride in Sport, Play by the Rules, the Australian Sports Commission, Victoria University and Monash University.

Platinum partners: Australian Open

Silver partner: VicHealth

Bronze partners: Rely, CoachMate, NSW Government, Queensland Government

Collaborators: WA Government, Victorian Government

Everyone has a role in systemic change in sport. What is yours?

The Diversity and Inclusion in Sports Alliance (DISA) is proud to present the 2026 Forum: Agitate, Innovate, Orchestrate.

Featuring an exciting range of DEI leaders and change makers, the forum will explore three roles everyone can play to create a more inclusive sporting landscape in Australia.

In partnership with the Australian Open (AO), tickets include:

  • In person or online access to the DISA Forum on Friday 30 January.
  • Ground pass access to the AO on Thursday 29 (Women and Girls Day) with an option to embark on a behind the scenes walking tour at the AO & access to AO on Friday 30 January(Pride Day), post forum.

Alongside an amazing lineup of speakers, the Forum will include practical activities to inspire action. Find out more about our speakers under 'Lineup'.


Ticket Information

You can register for the online stream or for the in-person event. The in-person tickets are limited and include:

  • Access to the AO on Thursday 29 and Friday 30 Jan (including optional walking tours of AO DEI initiatives on Thursday 29)
  • Smoking ceremony
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Lunch

If you purchase a streaming ticket, online engagement will run between 10:30am to 2:45pm (all times AEDT).


Accessibility & Inclusivity

If you are from a small community-based organisation we are offering limited discounted tickets to ensure the event is accessible for all to attend. Please email info@cmsport.com.au for further information.


About DISA

The DISA Forum is a collaboration between CM Sport, Pride in Sport, Play by the Rules, the Australian Sports Commission, Victoria University and Monash University.

Platinum partners: Australian Open

Silver partner: VicHealth

Bronze partners: Rely, CoachMate, NSW Government, Queensland Government

Collaborators: WA Government, Victorian Government

Lineup

Dylan Alcott AO (he/him)

Kate Thomas (she/her)

MC

Tanya Hosch (she/her)

Shauna Bookal (she/her)

Courtney Fewquandie (she/her)

Sharin Milner (she/her)

Good to know

Highlights

  • 5 hours 15 minutes
  • In person
  • Doors at 9:15 am

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Location

Zinc at Fed Square

Russell Street Extension

Melbourne, VIC 3000

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Agenda

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Smoking Ceremony

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Forum Welcome

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