Football Australia has announced the launch of its Female Referee Mentor Program, a new national initiative designed to support, empower and retain female referees by connecting them with experienced officials from across the elite game.
Delivered under Football Australia’s Ref Our Game framework and supported by funding from the Australian Government’s ‘Play Our Way’ grant, the program pairs emerging female referees with current and former A‑League officials, providing structured one‑on‑one mentorship, professional development opportunities and access to a strong national support network.