Rugby can be a sport of choice for all, it transcends barriers and difference of race, gender, religion and sexual orientation.

Players that have a positive lifelong experience of the game can remain within the Irish Rugby family throughout their lives, fulfilling roles that enable them to be best version of themselves.

The IRFU wishes to ensure that as many people as is safe and practicable get an opportunity to play and participate in rugby irrespective of gender identity, however, this must be balanced with our responsibility to regulate the participation of all players in both training and competition in a safe and equitable environment.

IRFU Equity, Diversity & Inclusivity Action Plan 2024-2028

IRFU’s Strategic Plan 2024-2028 sets out how we intend to continue to develop our game, embrace opportunities and tackle challenges.

The plan is Inspiring more people to play, support and volunteer in rugby; connecting people and communities through rugby and ensuring thriving environments for staff, players and volunteers through rugby.

At the core of all that we do will remain our Rugby Values. Every participant needs to know that they will be offered a positive experience through rugby, and that starts withthe welcome at the gate.

To support this journey IRFU has published its Equity, Diversity & Inclusivity Plan 2024-2028. The goals laid out in the EDI Action Plan will assist in creating places where people can thrive, where they can be inspired by others and where they can be themselves and connect with each other through rugby.

Our aim is to offer access to those who wish to experience the connection, fun and a sense of belonging that the rugby community offers, both in its clubs and across the wider organisation, irrespective of individuals’ characteristics.

Read the plan here: EDI Action Plan 2024-2028

Training Links

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Leinster https://educationstore.irfu.ie/product?catalog=SP-DIVINC_2223_LEI

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Ulster https://educationstore.irfu.ie/product?catalog=SP-DIVINC_2223_ULS