The Ladies European Tour has reaffirmed its commitment to The R&A Women In Golf Charter, strengthening its dedication to creating a more inclusive future for golf and expanding opportunities for women both within the Tour and across the wider golf industry.
As the golfing world marks the 50th anniversary of the AIG Women’s Open, a milestone celebration of women’s achievement in sport, the LET is proud to renew its support for a Charter that continues to drive meaningful progress in participation, representation and career development.
Originally becoming a signatory when the Charter was launched in 2018, the LET sees this renewed commitment as an opportunity to build on existing progress while creating new pathways for generations of women and girls.
LET Chief Executive Officer Tom Phillips said: “The LET is a truly global tour, showcasing world-class athletes at some of the most iconic venues in golf. As an organisation, we are committed to fostering an environment where women can thrive, whether as players, officials, practitioners, administrators or leaders within our sport.
“Our members are not only exceptional golfers, but ambassadors who inspire women and girls around the world to play the game and pursue their ambitions. Renewing our commitment reflects the belief that golf should be welcoming, accessible and full of opportunity for everyone.
“We are also proud to see championships such as the AIG Women’s Open continue to grow in stature and reach. As women’s sport continues to attract new audiences globally, it is more important than ever that we create new pathways for women to participate and build careers in golf. The Charter provides an important framework to help us achieve that ambition.”
While the objectives of the Women in Golf Charter remain unchanged, renewed emphasis will be placed on offering a wider range of career opportunities in all areas of the organisation. A key part of this commitment is the continued development of the LET Performance Institute (LETPI), which is supported by The R&A Foundation through funding generated from The Open and philanthropic donations.
The LETPI brings together leading female experts from across elite sport to provide world-class support services to LET players. Looking ahead, the LETPI aims to develop the next generation of female practitioners through fellowship and mentoring opportunities, equipping aspiring professionals with the knowledge, experience and networks required to succeed at the highest level of sport.
The LET is also developing new initiatives designed to introduce young women to the wide range of career opportunities available within golf. Through engagement with LET players, staff and industry professionals, participants will gain valuable insight into career pathways across the sport.
Jackie Davidson, Director – Golf Education at The R&A, said: “As we celebrate 50 years of the AIG Women’s Open, we are reflecting on the progress that has been made while looking ahead to the future of women’s sport.
“We are delighted that the LET has renewed its commitment to the R&A Women in Golf Charter. Through its influence and global platform, the Tour is uniquely positioned to inspire greater participation among women and girls and to support the recruitment, retention and progression of women working throughout the golf industry.”
