2026 SheSails International Conference | Give to Gain

2026 SheSails International Conference | Give to Gain The 2026 SheSails International Conference brought together inspiring women from across the sailing community for an evening of conversations, shared experiences and ideas about creating more opportunities for women and girls in sailing. Hosted by Nic Douglass (@SailorGirlHQ) and the SheSails Ambassador, the conference explored this year's theme, **Give to Gain: Steering the Course**, highlighting the importance of participation, leadership, volunteering, mentoring and supporting the next generation. The conference featured: - **Jo Aleh:** Olympic gold and silver medallist, four-time Olympian and America's Cup sailor, sharing insights from her journey at the highest levels of the sport. - **Julia Hornsby:** First female Commodore of the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club and Australian Sailing's 2025 Volunteer of the Year. - **Fiona McManus:** Sharing the Northern Territory Women's Regatta and the importance of creating opportunities for women in sailing. - **Belinda Stowell:** Olympic gold medallist and coach. - **Greta Carroll:** Featured sailor in *Shape of Wind*. - **Micha Alon:** Producer and creative director of *Shape of Wind*. Belinda, Greta and Micha came together for a special conversation about *Shape of Wind*, a film celebrating the people and experiences that shape our sailing journeys. The evening also featured a welcome from Australian Sailing President **Shevaun Bruland** and an interactive Q&A, encouraging participants to reflect on how they can help create opportunities for others. Whether you're a sailor, coach, official, volunteer or supporter, we hope these conversations inspire you to get involved, share your experiences and help grow opportunities for women and girls in sailing. **What could you do this week to create an opportunity for another woman or girl in sailing?** Learn more about SheSails and explore resources and opportunities across Australia: https://www.shesails.org.au #SheSails #WomenInSailing #SteeringTheCourse #GiveToGain #AustralianSailing