Scottish Golf has committed to advancing gender equality in golf across Scotland. The organisation aims to increase female participation, leadership, and inclusion in golf clubs.
Scottish Golf is actively promoting women and girls’ participation in golf. The organisation is working on membership and boosting representation in clubs. By prioritising equality within golf clubs, they are aiming to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for female golfers at all levels.
Five Key Areas Driving Women's Golf Growth
On International Women's Day 2025, Scottish Golf launched its Women and Girls Golf strategy with a commitment to expanding female participation through five key areas:
- Changing perceptions of golf: more women and girls should see golf as an inclusive sport for all skill levels.
- Increasing female leadership and representation in golf. Developing female role golf leaders and models within the sport
- Creating clear pathways: ensuring beginner-friendly experiences and structured opportunities for progression in all areas of the sport
- Supporting women-friendly clubs to improve female golfer retention and create a welcoming experience
- Building a sustainable future investing in gender equality initiatives to ensure lasting change in golf
Funding and Investment in Women's Golf
Scottish Golf is backing its commitment with funding in key areas:
- Women's golf development fund: grants for golf clubs committed to expanding female participation
- Female-specific programmes at different skill levels
- Golf Ambassadors for women: Recruiting public and community-based ambassadors to inspire and mentor female golfers
- Leadership programmes expanding opportunities for female professionals, coaches and leaders
- National awareness campaigns- promoting women and girls' participation in golf through marketing and outreach
