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.

2026 Applications

Applications close on September 1st 2025 for the 2026 ILCA 4 Solidarity Program, Hobart Tasmania. If you are aged between 13 & 16 years on Jan 1st, 2026, then you may be eligible for your Australian State Solidarity spot. This is what’s on offer:

• Free entry to the 2026 Oceania & Australian Open & Youth championship in Hobart, including complementary tickets to all functions.

• An Ilca4 charter boat in race condition supplied by Performance Sailcraft Australia.

• Squad coaching for the whole regatta supplied by Australian Sailing.

• A team unform & merchandise supplied by Performance Sailcraft Australia.

You will join a squad comprising one girl from each Australian State plus one from NZ & a Pacific Island. The total package is worth more than $3000.00. Successful applicants will fund their own travel & accommodation. Details of the program, eligibility  and selection are in the document Here. Applicants must submit the ILCA Oceania Youth Solidarity Program Application Form on or before 1 September 2025. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to sail in Hobart & make loads of new friends. 

2026 Recipient Winners