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The formation of the Equity ,Diversity and Inclsuion Working Group is just one example of the proactive work the GAA, LGFA, and Camogie Association are currently doing in the area of inclusion.

Ger McTavish works as a full-time Diversity and Inclusion Manager for the GAA and advisor to our sister organisations, and her brief is a wide-ranging one. “The aim of the GAA is to offer an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming environment for everyone,” says McTavish. “Over the last 10 years the GAA have been working very hard in the area of inclusion and integration.

The GAA is pleased to announce the appointment of Sinead Crowley as chairperson of the GAA Equity, Diversity and Inclusion working group and Tanya Roberts Brown as the new Chairperson of the GAA Wheelchair Hurling/ Camogie working group.

Tanya and Sinead bring their extensive experience and expertise in disability, diversity, and Inclusive practices to this position. Sinead has been an active member in her local club in Clonakilty, pioneered the Cúl Eile Inclusive GAA camp, and has been an active member of the GAA For ALL committee.

Tanya has been chairperson of Bord na nÓg and PRO of her local club Na Dunaibh, demonstrating exceptional leadership skills, strategic vision, and a deep understanding of the issues pertinent to our organisation's objectives.

"We are delighted to have both Sinead and Tanya assume the roles" said Geraldine McTavish, GAA Diversity and Inclusion Manager. "Their leadership will undoubtedly steer the working groups towards accomplishing our strategic objectives and advancing our mission to increase awareness of the GAA wheelchair Hurling/ Camogie sport, football for all sport and the wide brief of the Diversity and Inclusion initiatives. "Their passion for excellence and commitment to driving positive change will be invaluable assets as we work together to address the challenges and opportunities ahead."

Please join us in congratulating Sinead and Tanya on their appointments as the new Chairperson of the Committees. We look forward to their leadership and continued contributions to the success of our organisation.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion working group

Chairperson: Sinead Crowley (Cork), Ken McCue (Dublin), Jennifer Traecy (Scotland), Tiernach Mahon (Fermanagh), Vinny whealan (LGFA), Lousie Keane ( Camogie)

For more information about Equity, Diversity and inclusion, please visit https://www.gaa.ie/my-gaa/community-and-health/social-inclusion or contact Geraldine McTavish at 085 8760237 / geraldine.mctavish@gaa.ie

Wheelchair Hurling/Camogie working group

Chairperson: Tanya Roberts-Brown (Donegal), Ellie Sheehy (Limerick), Karen Savage (Armagh), Tim Hynes (Sligo), Conor Watson (Down)

For more information about the Wheelchair Hurling and Camogie, please visit https://www.gaa.ie/my-gaa/community-and-health/social-inclusion or contact Tony Watene at 086 1733563 / tony.watene@gaa.ie

Irish LGBTQ+ Sports Clubs List 22/23, A full list of clubs can be found as a downloadable pdf

Further information on GAA officer training can be located at: https://learning.gaa.ie/OfficerTrainingCalendar