Organizational Development & Health
viaSport Designated Sport Organizations adhere to effective leadership, governance, and human resources (HR) practices, critical to running their organizations successfully.
Governance, Leadership, & Human Resources practices make sport better
Effective leadership sets the direction and tone for each viaSport Designated Sport Organization, while good governance ensures that the organization operates ethically and efficiently. HR best practices are central to human capital management and creating a positive and productive work environment.
viaSport provides tools and support to help strengthen operations so that viaSport Designated Sport Organizations can focus their time and energy on what they do best, providing high quality programming and safe, inclusive, and welcoming sport experiences.
viaSport Designated Sport Organizations are commited to advancing continuous improvement to strengthen amateur sport and building capacity.
Governance
Good governance is critical to ensure fair play, safety, and transparency. Governing bodies establish rules that promote ethical conduct, prevent doping, and protect athletes and staff from abuse.
Effective governance can also help to ensure that resources are used equitably. This includes funding for research and development, infrastructure, and athlete development.
Leadership
Accomplished leaders can inspire and motivate staff, athletes and teams to perform at their best and achieve their full potential.
Leaders also foster a culture of trust, cooperation, and resilience. Effective leadership creates a clear vision of team or organizational success and provides the decision making to achieve it.
Human Resources
HR can improve sport through programs to recruit, train, and support staff and volunteers.
This includes ensuring that the right individuals with the necessary skills and passion are brought on board. Effective HR practices enhance performance, support professional growth, management strategies, a positive work environment and maintain cohesion. By prioritizing employee satisfaction and recognition, HR contributes to staff and volunteer retention.
