Here's more information about this cohort's challenge and social innovation labs in general.
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Specific barriers to be addressed in this cohort.
Cost of participation, including registration, equipment, travel and family attendance
- Gaps in player pathways
Limited access to quality single gender playing opportunities;
Limited access to quality programs within proximity to home;
Limited opportunities to quality programs for late entry (i.e. girls, women and gender diverse people who are later to begin the sport, newcomers, and/or those with no family experience in hockey)
Representation, awareness and visibility of girls, women and gender diverse coaches, officials and decision-makers
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Outcomes the lab process could include.
Dramatic reduction in the cost of participation and significant increase in accessibility
In the sport of hockey, the proportion and visibility of girls, women, and gender diverse people reflects the demographics of the broader population
Girls, women and gender diverse people in the sport of hockey experience safety, inclusion and belonging, and can reach their full potential in the game regardless of age or stage
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Types of innovations we are seeking.
Social innovations that profoundly change the basic routines, resource and authority flows, and/or beliefs within the social systems of hockey
Business model and financial innovations that improve affordability, accessibility and sustainability of hockey for girls, women and gender diverse people
Technology innovations, including equipment innovation, apps and software that advance safety, accessibility, player experience, and effective administration
Behavioural innovations that shift the behaviours of players, parents, coaches and administrators towards a more inclusive, equitable and joyful experience.
Program Timeline
June 2023
Kick-off weekend in Toronto
June to September 2023
Virtual meetings among participants and facilitators
October 2023
Community showcase in Nova Scotia
Program Facilitators
Cohort participants are partnering with expert facilitators in a mix of online and face-to-face activities and learning innovation techniques and technologies to help generate solutions.
The lead facilitators are Dr. Alex Ryan and Cailin Ahloy, and they are supported by a team of process designers, developmental evaluators and systems change strategists.
Program Advisory Council
The Advisory Council is a diverse mix of opinion leaders and influencers across the sport of hockey who were recruited to frame out the challenge that this cohort has set out to address. This included narrowing the specific barriers being addressed and expected outcomes.
Stay tuned for more updates on this year’s Community Cohort Program.
