Welcome to WISC2026
The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Female Performance Health Initiative is proud to host the third Women in Sport Congress (WISC2026) from March 8-11, 2026 in Brisbane. The biennial event will feature some of the world’s foremost authorities on female athlete health and performance to present the latest research, insights and best practice. For those looking to achieve even greater results on the world stage, this is an opportunity not to be missed.
We would like to emphasise that this conference is not exclusive to women. We welcome registrations and abstract submissions from Australian and International researchers, performance support practitioners, academics and coaches with an interest in women in sport. We recognise that collaboration, diversity and being an ally to women are vital in providing support for women in sport.
Our Speakers
Call for Abstracts
The AIS is pleased to announce the Call for Abstracts for the 2nd biennial Women in Sport Congress (WISC2024) to be held on the 6-9th March 2024 at Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf, Sydney. The WISC2024 Co-chairs, Dr Rachel Harris (OLY FACSEP] and A/Prof Clare Minahan (PhD) welcome submissions from researchers, practitioners, athletes, role holders and coaches for the following research themes:
Nutrition & Recovery

Unique Physiology

Translational Research

Leadership & Performance

Interdisciplinary Research

Thanks to all involved in organising such an amazing @WISCongress. I was blown away by all the presenters and practitioners leading the way and unlocking the doors for women in sport. Yeww!
Lisa Olive
Thank you to @WISCongress and the @theAIS for another fabulous conference, leaving me feel energised and inspired. Thanks to all the organisers and for letting me participate as well! Looking forward to the next one! #WISC24
Sara Guevara
Last week I had the pleasure to attend the Australian Institute Of Sport hashtag #WISC2024 and just like the innaugural 2022 congress I’m inspired, hopeful, and excited by the future of women’s sport both in Australia and also around the world.
Sean Hardy