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Commonwealth Sport: Mentoring Matters
Marking the transition from Athlete Mentor development to mentor–mentee partnerships across the Commonwealth Club Across the Commonwealth, something quietly powerful has been taking shape. Over the past few months, a group of Athlete Mentors have come together—some recently retired, others further along in their journey beyond sport. Each bringing different experiences, perspectives, and stories, but united by a shared intention: to support others. This week marks the end of

Sarah McQuade
Apr 103 min read


Common Ground: A New Athlete Mentor Partnership Launches Across the Commonwealth
A Collaborative Commitment to Supporting Athletes as People, Not Just Performers This month, Commonwealth Sport , in partnership with e.t.c coaching consultants , officially launched Common Ground – the Athlete Mentor Programme , a pioneering initiative designed to support Commonwealth athletes through identity, wellbeing, transition, and life beyond the field of play. Common Ground represents a significant step forward in athlete-centred development: a programme built with

Sarah McQuade
Feb 63 min read


Finding Common Ground: Mentoring for a Connected Commonwealth
Over the past year, e.t.c coaching consultants have been working closely with Commonwealth Sport to create a consistent and connected approach to developing the people who make the movement what it is — the mentors, supervisors, and leaders who shape learning, growth, and leadership across programmes such as eqUIP , GAPS , and the Commonwealth Women’s Leadership Programme (CWLP) . At the heart of this initiative sits Common Ground — a mentor development programme designed

Sarah McQuade
Nov 11, 20252 min read


Eleven Women, One Commonwealth: A New Leadership Journey Begins
Welcome to 11 inspiring women leaders from across the Commonwealth We are delighted to announce the launch of the Commonwealth Women’s Leadership Programme (CWLP) 2025–26 , a flagship initiative of Commonwealth Sport designed to empower women leaders in sport across the Commonwealth. This year’s cohort brings together 11 exceptional women representing a diverse mix of sports, cultures, and contexts — each committed to driving change and amplifying women’s voices in sport le

Sarah McQuade
Oct 24, 20252 min read


Finding Common Ground: Mentoring for a Connected Commonwealth
Over the past year, e.t.c coaching consultants have been working closely with Commonwealth Sport to create a consistent and connected...

Sarah McQuade
Oct 13, 20252 min read


Empowering Women: The Participants of the Commonwealth Women's Leadership Programme 2023 Graduate
The Commonwealth Sport Women's Leadership Program (CWLP) is a comprehensive initiative aimed at supporting and empowering women from the...

Sarah McQuade
May 4, 20242 min read
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