World Rugby is pleased to invite you to an exclusive media briefing on player welfare ahead of Women’s Rugby World Cup England 2025, taking place on Monday 11 August at the Allianz Stadium, Twickenham ahead of the tournament start on Friday 22 August.

This event will provide media, whether new to covering the tournament or seeking a refresher, with a unique insight into the world-leading steps rugby is taking to support player welfare both on and off the field, during their careers and beyond.

Event Details:
What: Women’s Rugby World Cup England 2025 Player Welfare Media Briefing
When: Monday 11 August | 10:00 – 12:30
Where: Allianz Stadium, Twickenham
Format: Presentations, live demonstration, and 1-1 interview opportunities

Highlights include:

• Rugby’s global leadership on concussion management and player safety
• Innovations in place to make RWC 2025 the most welfare-forward tournament to date, including smart mouthguards and LED technology
• A live demonstration of Head Injury Assessments in action
• The latest on post-career support for players via the Global Rugby Players Foundation

Speakers:

• Prof Éanna Falvey (World Rugby Chief Medical Officer)
• Dr Jo Larkin (RWC 2025 Tournament Medical Director)
• Dr Lindsay Starling (World Rugby Science and Medical Manager)
• Sara Heath (CEO, Global Rugby Players Foundation)

Whether you are a broadcaster, journalist, digital outlet, or specialist publication in women’s health, sport, or medical innovation, this session will equip you with key insights, access to experts, and exclusive content ahead of Women’s Rugby World Cup England 2025.

To attend in please RSVP to peter.hannon@worldrugby.org

We look forward to welcoming you to Twickenham as we showcase rugby’s ongoing commitment to placing player welfare at the heart of everything we do.