The Sport Integrity Global Alliance (SIGA) proudly announces the launch of the 2026 cycle of the SIGA Women Global Mentorship Programme, a transformative initiative designed to empower the next generation of female leaders in sport through integrity-driven mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and global networking.
Building on the legacy of the Sport Integrity Week, SIGA has expanded this universal celebration into the Sport Integrity Action Month – a month-long global movement designed to deliver more impact, more engagement, and greater participation than ever before. The launch of the new SIGAWomen cycle during November underscores SIGA’s unwavering commitment to advancing female leadership as a cornerstone of good governance and integrity in sport.
Now entering its 7th edition, the SIGA Women Global Mentorship Programme pairs ambitious female professionals +18 or over with senior industry leaders, offering a life-changing journey of professional growth, personal empowerment, and purpose-driven leadership in sport.
Programme Benefits Include:
- Eight Group Digital Workshops with high-profile guest speakers on key industry topics
- Pairing with a #SIGAWomen Global Mentor for up to six bilateral sessions
- Access to SIGAWomen thought leadership events including the successful SIGAWomen Leadership Summits taking place around the world in 2026
- Opportunity to network with high-profile global senior leaders in sport and forge long-lasting relationships with peers in the industry
- Exclusive access to whatsapp group for mentees
- Opportunity to gain industry experience by applying for volunteer roles and /or internship positions at SIGA
- Digital Certificate upon completion of the cycle
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Katie Simmonds, Global Chief Commercial Officer, SIGA, and Chair, SIGAWomen Council, shared her view on why this initiative continues to inspire bold, values-based leadership and foster a truly global community of changemakers.
“Year on year I make it my mission to expand the global community of SIGAWomen worldwide. We do this because we passionately believe in the power of unity to create systemic transformative change.
I am proud that in 2025 we connected 300 women from 50 countries. In 2026, I want to work with the SIGAWomen Council members and current Global Mentors to bring on new partnerships to exceed this. I believe together, we can positively influence the future of the sports industry.
Every SIGAWoman has a story, and their stories can lead to change.
SIGAWomen’s platform is for all women – no matter where they are in the world – that have a dream to work in the sports industry. We exist to show you can do it and share our stories to light their way!”
Applications Now Open!
Women aged 18 and over with a passion for sport and leadership are encouraged to apply. A symbolic administrative fee of £300.00 applies to those in full-time employment, while scholarships are available for students and unemployed applicants. We encourage companies and individuals to invest in female leadership by covering the cost of mentee applications. Click here for more information and to Join our Leave Your Legacy Campaign. All funds are reinvested into SIGAWomen to create more opportunities for aspiring female leaders to promote gender equity in sports governance.
Applications for the 2026 cycle are open. Be quick. Secure your place soon.
Interested in becoming a mentee? Click here
More information on the Programme
To become a SIGAWomen Mentor, click here
To become a SIGAWomen Global Mentorship Programme Sponsor, click here