Partnering to shape a global legacy from major sporting events
Major sporting events present a once-in-a-generation opportunity. Griffith University is bringing together expertise across sport, health, sustainability, business, culture and technology to help partners create lasting impact for Queensland, Australia and the world.
Games ecosystem expertise
Major sporting events shape more than sport. Griffith brings together leading expertise to help partners design and deliver impactful outcomes across performance, infrastructure, sustainability and community.
Elite athlete success
Advancing athlete preparation for Olympic and Paralympic success through integrated pathways, coaching expertise and performance science. Supporting athlete wellbeing, injury prevention and long-term career readiness, while leveraging data, technology and innovation to optimise performance and reduce mental health risks.
More empowered communities
Empowering communities through increased participation in sport and physical activity to improve health outcomes and reduce long-term costs. Strengthening workforce capability, volunteering and social inclusion, while enhancing access to infrastructure, transport and services and building resilience to respond to future challenges and risks.
Sustainable environments
Driving sustainable environments by reducing emissions, waste and resource use while accelerating the transition to renewable energy. Enhancing biodiversity and green infrastructure and ensuring sport venues and facilities are resilient, sustainable and future-ready.
Sports for peace, recognition and development
Strengthening global and regional connections through sport diplomacy, collaboration and cultural exchange. Elevating First Nations and Pasifika participation and recognition, while growing sport, arts and cultural industries through increased trade, investment and innovation across connected ecosystems.
Situated for global impact
Griffith’s campuses place partners at the heart of the Brisbane, Gold Coast and Logan regions, with premium facilities in Brisbane city—including the iconic Treasury Building—and sport precincts on the Gold Coast, Brisbane South and Logan. Proximity to key major sporting venues, sport institutes and a large student talent pool enables collaboration in performance, health, sustainability and innovation with lasting impact beyond major sporting events. Partners can also leverage a range of on-campus activation opportunities in the lead-up to and during major sporting events, engaging directly with students, staff and visitors across vibrant, high-footfall precincts. Contact us for information about our venues and facilities.
Partnering for impact
We work alongside a diverse range of industry and external partners to turn ideas into action, combining research and real-world collaboration across the full Games lifecycle—from planning and delivery to legacy.
Integrated ecosystem
Griffith brings together researchers, practitioners and partners across the full sport and events ecosystem, giving organisations access to connected expertise that can inform strategic initiatives from planning through to long-term legacy.
Strategic research partnerships
Our strategic research partnerships provide evidence-based insights that support decision-making across Games planning, delivery and legacy. From sport science and digital athlete modelling to infrastructure, tourism and gender equity, Griffith helps translate research into practical frameworks, evaluation approaches and real-world solutions.
Workforce and talent pipeline
Through internships, placements, research collaboration and access to Griffith’s multidisciplinary expert network, partners can build capability for immediate Games-related priorities while strengthening the workforce and talent pipeline for long-term industry growth.
Build a future together
We welcome collaboration with sporting organisations, governments, industry partners, and global institutions seeking to create meaningful impact through sport and major sporting events.
Australian Olympic Pathway University
Griffith University is proud to be the exclusive Australian Olympic Pathway University in partnership with the Australian Olympic Committee. Together, Griffith and the AOC are working to support Australia’s elite athletes in their pursuit of academic and sporting excellence.
With more than 600 scholarships on offer and a long-standing commitment to inclusive, purpose-driven education, Griffith empowers athletes to build rewarding careers while achieving their sporting goals, supporting them to thrive in competition, in the classroom and in life after sport.
New High Performance Hub
The new high performance gym at Griffith’s Gold Coast campus strengthens the University’s role in Australia’s Olympic and Paralympic pathway, providing an elite training environment for developing athletes. As part of the newly launched Griffith High Performance Hub, the gym joins the pool and track to create a destination where teams and individual athletes can complete almost all of their training in one place. The state‑of‑the‑art facility features world‑class equipment, cutting‑edge performance technology and integrated sport science spaces, all designed to prepare athletes to compete at the highest level.
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Start your partnership conversation
Dr Caroline Riot is the Director, Games Engagement and Partnerships.
In this role, she drives the development of partnerships that align external opportunities with Griffith’s research, education and engagement strengths, supporting the creation of sustained, long-term outcomes.
If you'd like to explore how you or your organisation can engage Griffith in the lead up to major sporting events, please complete the form below or contact Dr Caroline Riot directly.
Media enquiries
Journalists and media professionals can contact our media team at media@griffith.edu.au or (07) 3735 1008.