Rowing Ireland is committed to increasing women’s sustained involvement in sport as coaches, volunteers, club members, athletes, leaders, and participants from grassroots to high performance. Improved diversity can lead to positive changes in our clubs, committees, board and for our sport.
In the spirit of this commitment, we are delighted to put forward the following three women for the Women in Leadership Programme.
Women in Leadership Successful Applicants
Shauna Fitzsimons of UCD Boat Club
Coxswain and Secretary of UCD BC
Chair of the University Committee
Regatta Secretary of the University Championships.
Mary Moore of Garda Siochana Boat Club.
First female Captain of Garda Siochana Boat Club
Supported the development of the first Junior Program at the club.
Margaurite Deasy of Ring Rowing Club
2022 Chair of Rowing Ireland Offshore Rowing,
2021 Team Manager of the Irish Beach Sprints Team at the WRBSF,
2020/21 Chair of the Swift Irish Offshore Rowing Championships,
Club Role: Vice-chair of Ring Rowing Club, coaching & coxing.
Involved in Rowing for over 30+ years.
About the Women in Leadership Programme
This Women in Leadership Programme is delivered through a series of online interactive sessions that will develop candidates to thrive within their specific roles. Several NGB’s are participating in this programme, providing a diverse mix of perspectives and knowledge to draw from.
A combination of group and individual exercises will be included, ensuring that everyone is supported in reaching their own potential. Course content will be delivered by Leadership Experts and Consultants Lisa Clancy and Sarah O’Shea as well as guest speakers who will share their personal leadership experiences.
