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South Australia’s active recreation and sport clubs are being encouraged to apply for their share of more than $1.3 million in funding programs and equipment aimed at boosting physical activity levels across the state.

Clubs are being encouraged to utilise their funding to help break down barriers around menstruation that can impact female participation in physical activity.

Clubs can apply to utilise their funding for period products, flexible uniform offerings, menstrual health training and menstrual health resources.

Through encouraging conversations about menstruation and raising awareness at clubs, outdated attitudes or a reluctance to talk about periods can be shifted.

In Round 53 of the Active Club Program, clubs are eligible to receive up to $3,000 to cover the cost of essential sporting equipment, uniforms, and other resources that will enable participation and allow community members to stay active.

The latest round of the State Government’s Active Club Program funding will also allow eligible clubs to cover the costs of club memberships of community members who are experiencing hardship.

Applications close Tuesday 26th November 2024.

For more information on the application process please visit www.orsr.sa.gov.au/grants/active-club-program

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