1st March 2025, Ginger Mumbai Airport

MOMENTUM

A Conference by Women in Sport India

Momentum by WISI 2025 registrations are now closed.

Why This Conference?

Foster Conversations

To drive change by placing the conversation around women’s representation in sports at the forefront, fostering awareness and action.

Listen, Learn, Connect

To learn from leaders, harness their insights, and drive meaningful change in our careers and the sports ecosystem.

Contribute

To contribute meaningfully to the development of the Equity Toolkit, a vital initiative advancing women into leadership roles in sports.

Who Is It For?

Women in Sport

Women working or aspiring to work in sports

Organisations

Organisations working in women's sports

Friends of WISI

Men working or interested in women's sports

Students

Students pursuing sports education

Conference Details

Date and Time

1st Mar 2025, 2 PM

Registration

1 PM - 2PM (We will close the registration at 2PM)

Venue

Ginger Mumbai Airport

Dress Code

Sports jersey (no formals) + some bling

Conference Sessions

2.30-3.30PM: Hitting the 10s: Unconventional Careers in Sports

Focus: Dive into non-traditional roles within the sports world—management, high performance, Entreprenuership.

Speakers: Deepthi Bopaiah (CEO, GoSports Foundation), Durva Vahia (Performance Manager, Reliance Foundation), Shubhangi Gupta (Co-Founder. SportVot)

3.30-4.00PM: Toolkit for Change: Building Inclusive Playbooks

Focus: Unveil the Equity Toolkit's first draft and explore data on entry barriers and actionable solutions. Share survey to inform the further development of the toolkit.
Speaker: Vaidehi Vaidya

4.00-4.30PM: Tea/Coffee Break

Focus: casual yet impactful networking session to connect with mentors, recruiters, and peers.

4.30-5.30PM: Into the Ring: Investing in Women-Led Sports Startups

Focus: A debate on the power of supporting women-led ventures in sports and the unique opportunities for female entrepreneurs.
Speakers: Srishty Jain (CEO, Collearn), Tejal Kanwar (Founder, Kleinetics), Vaibhavi Deshmukh (Centre Court Capital), Akhila A (Zerodha and Rainmatter)

5.45-6.30PM: Global Gameplan: Study & Grow Abroad

Focus: Uncover global opportunities for studying sports management, science, and more.
Speakers: Dr Deborah Rosario (EdUSA), Molina Asthana (Commercial Lawyer, Board Director, Chairperson)

6.30-7.00PM: Batting for the 100: Women in Sports Open Mic

Focus: An open mic to tackle real-life challenges women face in sports, through stories and practical advice.

Speakers

What is the minimum criteria for WISI Verified?

Separate toilet and/or changing room for girls is a must. One female staff member, who is present all the time during women's practice, tournaments, travel is a must.
I am a man. Can I still attend the conference?

Yes. We look at men as allies of women's sport. So if you are a man who supports women's sports, you definitely can attend it.
Is the event hybrid or in-person?

The event is in-person.
Who can attend?

Women who are committed to their personal growth, eager to contribute to the evolution of the sports ecosystem, and passionate advocates for women’s sports. Friends of WISI include men and organizations who are champions of women’s sports and the advancement of women in sports.
Is there a reduced entry fee for students?

Yes. There is a reduced entry cost for students for Rs 400.
What’s the refund policy?

The entry fee is non-refundable.
How do I register?

You can register by filling this form: https://bit.ly/MomentumbyWISI