2025 Mid-Career Institute for Women in Sport

September 4-5, 2025
Deadline to Apply: May 15, 2025

About

The Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) is pleased to announce the return of the Mid-Career Institute for Women in Sport (MIWS). This Institute precedes the AASP Annual Conference, offering attendees a supportive professional development opportunity to discuss the unique challenges mid-career women face while navigating and advancing in the field. Through expert talks, panel discussions, and group conversations facilitated by trailblazing women leaders and business experts in sport, attendees will experience a supportive and informative event addressing the often overlooked and not frequently discussed professional and personal experiences that impact women during this stage in their career. 

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FAQs for the 2025 Mid-Career Institute for Women in Sport

1. Who is eligible to apply for the Institute?
   
   The 2025 institute is open to mid-career women who work within the field of sport, performance, and exercise psychology, kinesiology, psychology, or a related field. Applicants should be 7 years post-doctoral education or highest degree attained with a minimum of 7-10 years working full-time in their profession. Applicants must be current members of AASP.
2. What are the dates and locations of the Mid-Career Institute for Women in Sport?
   
   The 2025 Institute will consist of both a virtual and in-person experience. The Institute will be a 2-day virtual event preceding the AASP Annual Conference. Specifically, the Institute will be held virtually from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm (EST) on Thursday, September 4 and Friday, September 5. There will also be an (optional) in-person experience on Wednesday, October 15 prior to the start of the AASP Conference in Montréal.  
3. What are the requirements of the attendees?
   
   Attendees will receive brief readings and reflective writing assignments prior to the event, which they will need to complete prior to attending the Institute. The materials will help prime attendees to the Institute and allow for deeper, more meaningful conversations.