The SWA is currently looking for members to join our NEW Committees! We are currently looking for members for positions on all of our committees!
1. People Committee
Focus: Athletes, Parents, Coaches, Technical Officials
Mandate: Foster a supportive, inclusive environment by promoting recruitment, education, retention, recognition, and Safe Sport compliance across all members.
Key Responsibilities:
Recruit and retain athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers
Mentor and support new coaches and technical officials
Promote Safe Sport policies and member code of conduct
Recognize outstanding contributions (awards, appreciation programs)
Act as liaison for member concerns and suggestions
Support certification and ongoing education pathways
Recruit and support event volunteers
2. Nichers Committee
Focus: High Performance Athletes & Masters Athletes
Mandate: Provide tailored development, support, and recognition for high-performance and masters athletes to promote excellence provincially, nationally, and internationally.
Key Responsibilities:
Align athlete pathways with national performance standards
Organize Masters competitions and development opportunities
Facilitate mentorship within niche athlete groups
Provide access to elite training resources, workshops, and camps
Support athletes competing at national and international levels
3. Finance & Governance Committee
Mandate: Safeguard the financial sustainability and organizational integrity of SWA through sound governance, policy development, and transparent financial practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare annual budgets, reports, and financial audits
Pursue grants and funding partnerships
Oversee risk management and financial health
Maintain and update governance policies and bylaws
Ensure compliance with provincial and national standards
Provide clear financial accountability to members
4. Community Committee
Focus: Fundraising, Social Engagement, Swag, Marketing
Mandate: Build a vibrant, engaged SWA community by driving fundraising, marketing, social connections, and promoting organizational pride.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead fundraising efforts and sponsor outreach
Plan community events (banquets, socials, member gatherings)
Design and distribute SWA-branded merchandise
Manage marketing and social media campaigns
Highlight member achievements and community stories
Increase awareness and participation through outreach
5. Development Committee
Focus: Grassroots, Adaptive Athletes, Under-Represented Athletes
Mandate: Promote inclusivity and participation growth by advancing grassroots programs and addressing barriers faced by adaptive and under-represented athletes.
Key Responsibilities:
Implement grassroots initiatives (intro programs, school outreach)
Develop pathways for adaptive athlete participation
Increase access for under-represented groups (Indigenous, rural, minority communities)
Identify and mitigate systemic participation barriers
Foster inclusive coaching and officiating practices
Support youth, Indigenous, and under-represented development programs
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6. Competition Committee
Focus: Events & Equipment
Mandate: Ensure the successful delivery of competitions and management of equipment to support high-quality athlete experiences and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan, organize, and execute sanctioned competitions
Oversee event logistics, venue setup, and operations
Manage SWA equipment inventory and maintenance
Uphold technical rules and event standards
Maintain equipment access policies for clubs and members
Please fill out this form to express your interest in a committee