The AFL’s ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion has been recognised at the annual Australian Pride in Sport Awards, earning Gold Status in the Pride in Sport Index.
The award marks the first time the AFL has earned a Gold Status for its contribution to LGBTQI+ initiatives, building on its Silver Status from 2023, and Bronze Status in 2022.
Held at an event in Melbourne on Wednesday, the Australian Pride in Sport Awards recognises sporting clubs, codes, LGBTQI+ community sport initiatives, coaches, role models, media outlets, and allies for their contributions to the inclusion of people with diverse genders and sexualities in Australia.
The AFL was also proud to receive two other awards – the Most Improved Sporting…