In 2019, the Brisbane Lions pioneered a program with long term partners Multicultural Australia and AFL Queensland to promote sport and inclusion among refugees, migrants, international students and women. 

Focusing on community connection and providing an opportunity for the whole family to become involved whether through participation, umpiring or volunteering through other roles.

This program has now run over two years bringing over 7,500 participants through introductory programs and having over 500 participants now engaged with community club activities. The benefits to both clubs and the participant can be measured through understanding, belonging, and a range of other opportunities that occur when we connect communities.