Solidarity Program

The ILCA Solidarity Program, run by ILCA Australia, is an initiative designed to encourage young female sailors, to transition into the ILCA 4 youth sailing class and participate in major championships. The program provides selected participants with a free regatta entry, a charter ILCA 4 boat, coaching, and team gear, helping them develop lifelong sailing skills and a passion for the sport. The program also extends to include representatives from New Zealand and Pacific Island nations in Oceania.

2027 Applications are now open and you can register here.Closing date is 1st August 2026.


2026 Recipient Winner

Seraphina Townson

WA winner of the 2026 Solidarity Program RFBYC + FSC

Past Recipient Winners

Robyn Tutty

WA winner of the 2025 Solidarity Program HYC

Isla Molyneux

WA winner of the 2024 Solidarity Program RFBYC + FSC

Addison Heatley

WA winner of the 2023 Solidarity Program MOFSC