Experience inclusive events with The Inclusion Project. We provide sensory-friendly spaces and employ staff with lived experience to ensure anyone with sensory sensitivities or disabilities have positive, stress-free experiences.
To be a part of our services, look out for us all year round at major sporting events in Melbourne, Cairns and Launceston, including the AFL, Cricket, Tennis, Rugby League, Basketball and much more!
Our friendly staff are eager to welcome you to our sensory spaces and encourage you to share your enjoyable experiences with others. Help us spread the word about inclusive sporting events and create more memorable experiences for families with sensory needs.
ALL THE TEAMS
Want to know what The Inclusion Project is all about? Hear directly from our Project Officers
Clubs in season
AFL: March 2025 - September 2025
AFLW: August 2025 - November 2025
MCG | Marvel | UTAS
March 2025 - September 2025
AAMI Park
April 2025 - August 2025
John Cain Arena
Feb 2025 - August 2025
John Cain Arena
Those who register for our inclusion project pack receive
A Sunflower lanyard to wear at the stadium to allow staff to recognise that they may require additional assistance throughout the game.
A sensory map to identify high sensory and low sensory areas to help navigate through the stadium and prepare for additional noise or crowded areas.
Social stories that illustrate how to navigate through venues, displayed through pictures in an easy-to-understand structure.
FIND OUT WHAT WE ARE UP TO VIA OUR SOCIALS
I really enjoy my role as an Inclusion Project Officer because I love working with everyone in the program. I've really improved my confidence and I feel way more confident speaking in front of people because of the work I do in The Inclusion Project. I can now have the confidence to ask questions and speak up when I need to. When I am now unsure, I am no longer afraid. This also really improved my customer service skils.
"As a result of my employment with The Inclusion Project at Hawthorn AFL games at the MCG, I have also gained employment with the MCC which I am loving and am really proud of."
I'm always happy to ask if people require assistance to ensure they have a wonderful and stress-free experience when they attend the football. The sensory room is very inviting and is very inclusive and welcoming for those that need it.
LUCY HOGAN
INCLUSION PROJECT OFFICER
