2.2.5. ASC – Australia Sports Commission

The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) is the government agency responsible for supporting and developing sport in Australia. Its mission is to enable all Australians to participate in and excel in sport.

The key functions of the ASC include:

• Developing and implementing national sports policies: The ASC develops and implements national policies and strategies to support the development of sport in Australia. This includes strategies to increase participation in sport, support high-performance sport, and improve the governance and management of sport.
• Providing funding and resources to sporting organisations: The ASC provides funding and resources to national sporting organisations, state and territory sporting organisations, and other sporting bodies to support their operations and development.
• Supporting high-performance sport: The ASC provides funding and support to elite athletes and teams to enable them to compete at the highest level. This includes funding for training, equipment, and travel expenses, as well as support services such as coaching, sports science, and medical services.
• Supporting participation in sport: The ASC supports initiatives to increase participation in sport at all levels, from grassroots to elite. This includes funding for programs to encourage people to take up sport, as well as initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion in sport.
• Research and development: The ASC conducts research and development activities to support the development of sport in Australia. This includes research into the health benefits of sport, the social and economic impacts of sport, and new technologies and innovations in sport.
  

Refer to Australia Sports Commission