The Australian Football League (AFL) is directing approximately $300,000 from Indigenous guernsey sales towards initiatives aimed at combating racism and fostering culturally safe environments for Indigenous players. The league has witnessed a decline in Indigenous representation, falling from 87 players in 2020 to 62 currently. AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon noted that while more Indigenous teenagers are being drafted, the overall numbers are decreasing due to higher delisting rates. The AFL's five-year strategy targets an increase to 89 Indigenous players by 2030. Dillon emphasized the need for tailored solutions to ensure Indigenous players can thrive within the league, highlighting that their average career is about one year shorter than that of non-Indigenous players. The newly launched First Nations impact fund will allow clubs to propose initiatives that align with the league's strategy, aiming to create supportive environments and address racism. St Kilda's Bradley Hill, an Indigenous player, acknowledged the challenges young Indigenous athletes face and stressed the importance of providing better support to help them succeed.