The SIGAWomen Lounge is a new thought leadership initiative launched by the Sport Integrity Global Alliance (SIGA) through its SIGAWomen Programme to advance the global agenda on gender equity in Sport. The first edition will take place on 24 June 2026, during the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, at the Roberto Cavalli boutique on Boulevard de la Croisette in Cannes, France.
Hosted by Roberto Cavalli as Host Partner, the event will bring together senior leaders from Sport and the creative industries for an exclusive SIGAWoW – Women on Wednesdays session, designed to foster open dialogue, exchange of perspectives and collaboration on the promotion of women’s leadership and gender equity across the global Sport ecosystem.
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Date: Wednesday, 24 June 2026
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Time: 18:00 – 22:00
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Location: Roberto Cavalli Boutique, Boulevard de la Croisette, Cannes
Registration is free of charge but subject to confirmation. Please note that places are strictly limited due to the intimate format of the event. Submission of a registration request does not guarantee a confirmed place. Selected participants will receive a formal confirmation from the organisers.
To explore partnership opportunities, please contact info@siga-sport.com.
AGENDA
18:00 Registration & Networking Drinks with DJ
18:30 Opening Session
18:40 Leveling the Playing Field – Female Leadership in Sport
Exploring how leaders are shaping the future of Sport and driving progress across the industry, from sports ground to board room.
19:05 Chief Troublemakers: Rewriting the Rules of Sports Governance, Gender Equity & Global Leadership
A no holding back conversation on challenging norms, advancing gender equity, and redefining leadership in Sport.
19:20 Purposeful Partnerships to Drive Social Change
Examining how collaboration across sectors can harness Sport as a force for positive social impact.
19:45 SIGAWomen: The Power of Mentorship
Highlighting the successful SIGAWomen Global Mentorship Programme and its role supporting career growth and developing future leaders to achieve gender equity in Sport.
20:05 Networking with DJ
20:20 The Intersection between the Creative Industries and Sport
Exploring the growing connections between sport, media, entertainment, fashion, and culture to influence and shape mentalities.
20:40 Commercialising Women’s Sport
Discussing the opportunities, investments, and strategies driving the growth of women’s sport and the media’s role to shine a light to advance its trajectory.
21:00 SIGAWoW – WE RISE
Lounge with a forward-looking dialogue focused on leadership, empowerment, and collective progress in Sport. It is time to rise and leave your legacy for the next generation of leaders in Sport.
21:05 onwards – Get Your Groove On: Networking & DJ
