Research & Community Partnerships
Football Empowerment works collaboratively with schools, councils, universities, sporting organisations, community groups and youth services to create stronger outcomes for young people.
Our partnerships support:
- Youth engagement
- Leadership development
- Community wellbeing
- Social inclusion
- Mentorship
- Positive pathways
- Multicultural inclusion
Victoria University Partnership
Football Empowerment has partnered with Victoria University on community-based research exploring youth empowerment, social inclusion and culturally responsive approaches in grassroots football.
This partnership has contributed to research focused on:
- African Australian youth
- Belonging and identity
- Community leadership
- Mentorship
- Cultural competence
- Social inclusion through sport
The partnership reflects Football Empowerment’s commitment to community impact and evidence-based approaches.
Working Together
Football Empowerment welcomes opportunities to collaborate with:
- Schools
- Councils
- Community organisations
- Sporting organisations
- Government departments
- Youth services
- Sponsors and supporters
Together, we can continue creating positive pathways and stronger communities through sport and mentorship.