The full speaker line-up has now been announced for this year’s online event. Taking place on Monday 19 October from 7.00pm – 8.30pm (AEDT), the conference will bring together sailors, coaches, officials, volunteers and industry leaders from across the sailing community for an evening of stories, insights and inspiration.

Aligned with World Sailing's 2026 Steering the Course theme, Give to Gain, the conference will also celebrate those who are giving back to the sport through mentoring, volunteering, coaching, officiating and leadership, helping more women and girls discover, enjoy and thrive in sailing. 

This year’s speaker line-up includes:

• Jo Aleh – Olympic gold and silver medallist and four-time Olympian who made history in 2026 as the first woman to sail as part of an AC75 crew.
• Belinda Stowell - Sydney 2000 Olympic gold medallist, respected high-performance coach and mentor, and featured in the upcoming Shape of Wind film.
• Greta Carroll – Featured sailor in the new Shape of Wind film, sharing her own sailing journey, the people who have shaped it, and a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film.
• Micha Alon – Producer and creative director of Shape of Wind, sharing the inspiration behind the project, the creative vision that shaped the film and how its story was brought to life on screen.
• Julia Hornsby - the first woman Commodore of Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club and Australian Sailing’s 2025 Volunteer of the Year, recognised for her leadership and contribution to the sailing community.
• Fiona McManus - Sailor and long-time advocate for women in the sport, known for supporting female participation through the Northern Territory Women’s Regatta.

Returning as MC is Nic Douglass (SailorGirlHQ), who will lead the conversation and bring together perspectives from across the speaker line-up throughout the evening.

Whether you are already involved in sailing, looking to grow participation at your club or simply interested in hearing from some of the people helping shape the sport, the SheSails International Conference offers an opportunity to connect, learn and be inspired.

The conference is free to attend. Register now to secure your place.