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A few thoughts on why EDI should be within the remit of an Independent Football Regulator from my evidence session at yesterday’s Public Bill Committee examining the Football Governance Bill 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾

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CSSC joins over 200 organisations, from across the UK’s Health and Fitness sector, in calling on all parties to commit to policies and actions that address the appalling and deteriorating state of health and fitness in the U.K. 2023 saw record levels of sickness absence and the NHS is at breaking point under the demands it faces. Govt, of whichever persuasion, needs cut the rhetoric and deliver resourced action. We need a population that is ‘Up, Out & Active’. Govt and Employers need to collaborate to encourage and assist our communities, our population, our children, our colleagues and ourselves to get active. It’s good for you….it’s good for your family….it’s good for the community…..it’s good for employers…it’s good for the economy & country. Please Share. ukactive #HealthandWellbeing #MyCSSC

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New report: #Neurodiversity and #REDI - PINBALL SYSTEMS, SNAKES AND LADDERS OR PERSON-CENTRED PROVISION - by Prof. Amanda Kirby. This report written by Prof. Amanda Kirby is a must-read for anyone interested in learning more about neurodiversity and REDI (Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion). It is a valuable resource for those who work with or support young people and for anyone looking to create more inclusive and equitable systems. The report highlights the fact that many neurodivergent young people who have experienced childhood adversity are not receiving the support they need. It calls for a more holistic approach to supporting these young people, one that considers their individual needs and experiences. The report makes several recommendations for improving services for neurodivergent young people, including: - Taking a more child-centered approach - Ensuring cultural understanding sits alongside neurodivergent support - Training staff on how to support neurodivergent young people - Mapping adversity and neurodiversity combinations If you are interested in learning more about how to support neurodivergent young people, this report is a great place to start ➡ https://lnkd.in/gXbJQMrw #neurodiversity #REDI #racialequity #inclusion #youthjustice #childwelfare #socialwork #education #psychology #systemchange People connected to this report: Prof. Amanda Kirby, Keith Fraser, Morgan Mitchell, Ranjit Singh, Justin Coleman 🍀 Organisations connected to this report: Do-IT Solutions Youth Justice Board for England and Wales (YJB) Levelling the Playing Field London Marathon Foundation

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"Adults aged 75+ continue to drive the growth in activity levels." (Active Lives Adult Survey November 2022-23 Report) Just take a second to think about that... It's great that older people are getting more active. But it also means that there has been almost no change in the last decade in activity levels amongst the majority of the population. And "activity levels are significantly lower if you are less affluent, if you live in a more deprived place or come from certain demographic groups". This is the hidden story behind these numbers. Being physically active, with all the huge benefits this brings, is increasingly the preserve of the older and more affluent, with youngest and least affluent left behind. These are also the groups who would benefit most in improved physical and mental health and wellbeing, and reduce the burden on the NHS. This is incredibly worrying for the future and there needs to be substantive change to move the needle. #MeetMovePlay ParkPlay

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"Women in Sport’s research found complex barrier and deep-rooted negative attitudes are affecting girls’ enjoyment of sport. Body image and puberty are also significant factors. 78% say they avoid sport when they have their period while 73% don’t like others watching them take part in activity." Girls drop out of sports at a rate 2-3 times higher than boys. We're committed to changing this narrative. We believe every girl deserves the opportunity to experience the transformative power of sports. The more we know about why girls leave sport, the more we can help to encourage them to stay. Read the Women In Sport article here: https://ow.ly/MZaL50RT8j8

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Have an opinion on ethical standards in sport coaching? Take our survery ✔️ and help us explore ethical issues in sport by making coaching fair, ethical and safe👇 https://lnkd.in/etx_jS7c This survery is part of the A Fairer Coaching project. #SafeSport

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Great article from our physical activity lead, Tim Morton, from Parkinson's UK highlighting the difference physical activity can make to people with Parkinson’s!

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Exciting developments in women's sport! The UK Government has accepted key recommendations from the Women and Equalities Committee's report on health barriers for women and girls in sport. Check out the key recommendations and responses below. Laura Moorcroft Zoë Stainton #WomenInSport #EqualityInSport

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The Global Observatory for Gender Equality and Sport is thrilled to have launched our Good Practice and Knowledge Sharing Portal (GO-GPKNP).   There is a need for a centralised repository and information hub. This platform aims to collate and share good practices stories, case studies and research that capture the experiences, challenges, successes and needs of diverse stakeholders. These include countries, sports organizations, civil society, academia, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), UN partners and other development committed to advancing gender equality and the health, rights and empowerment of women and girls, in all their diversity, in and through physical education, physical activity, and sport (PEPAS)   Moreover, the GO-GPKSP adopts a structured approach, featuring quarterly thematic segments on gender equality. These will encompass critical topics such as gender-based violence and safeguarding, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), the portrayal of women in media, and bridging the gender and race pay gap, among others. We encourage you to use this unique platform to showcase your lived experiences, expertise and research in the form of case studies and good practice stories, in order to share knowledge, connect with other advocates, researchers and practitioners across the world, and inform policies and programmes. To review the submission guidelines, please follow this link where you can also submit your stories. https://lnkd.in/dytTfyMv We eagerly anticipate your submissions and look forward to your active participation in utilizing and contributing to this valuable resource. The deadline for submissions for this round is 20 May 2024.

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Are you wanting to make a difference for young people? Why not consider joining the Coach Core team as a Non Executive Director? Targeting 16-24 year olds who traditionally may experience barriers, discrimination, and lack of opportunities Coach Core delivers an inclusive and impactful sports coaching apprenticeship that develops the talents of young people and provides them with a range of vital skills for sport, work and life. #greatcoaching #changinglives

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🎯 As presented to its members in attendance at the UEC's first General Assembly on 24th April 2024, the UEC has worked on an initial strategy document it aims to further develop in the coming months with key objectives for European club football. Three areas of focus have been identified: good governance, competitive balance, and integrity and financial sustainability. ⬇ Full document is available below

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'UEFA 2024 Euros – an opportunity to inspire a new generation to enjoy sport' - Children's Commissioner for England Participation in team sports is a powerful tool – it enables children to develop communication skills, create lasting friendships and build their confidence. Playing sport teaches children about setting and achieving goals, helping children to understand their emotions and redirect negative feelings in a positive way, building resilience and making them feel better about themselves. 2024 is a potential golden summer of sport with major sporting events including the Euros, the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, as well as the usual line up of UK-based events like Wimbledon, the British Grand Prix and The Open. It's an opportunity for a new generation of children to be inspired by the thrill of live sport and be part of the huge swell of national pride that accompanies a tournament like the Euros, which kicks off today. The Big Ambition confirmed children’s love for sport, particularly football – their responses were passionate, and it was clear just how much they valued the ability to be active and children appreciated the benefits sports brought to their daily lives.  However, it was clear from The Big Ambition that many children felt there weren’t enough spaces to be active and play football, children from as young as six spoke about wanting more football pitches to use.  While there is still some way to go to make football more equitable for all, it’s fantastic to see so many children that are passionate about being active. The benefits of physical activity are well documented with advantages for mental health. Know Ball Games? #LetsPlay!

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NEW BLOG: Youth Endowment Fund Report Recommends Sport and Outdoor Adventure for Vulnerable Young People. Read more: https://bit.ly/4aQuxYq The report highlight how sport and physical activity can reduce and prevent violence in schools. Stand out recommendations show that sport and mentoring, from trusted adults, can improve physical, mental, and social wellbeing, resulting in reducing and preventing violence. Every young person can benefit from sport and physical activity, in particular the most vulnerable, who are often from more disadvantaged backgrounds.

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🏉 🎳 Sport England launches New £160m Movement Fund! ⚽️ 🎾 The new £160 million, four-year Movement Fund offers grants of between £300 and £15,000, crowdfunding pledges, and resources to improve physical activity opportunities for the people and communities who need it the most across England. 👀 💸 ✨ Further details can be found via this link → https://lnkd.in/eR48mDc5 #sussexbusiness #business #smes #startups #startupbusiness #ukstartup

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Terrific column by Owen Slot. If we think of sports as communities - and I think we should - then we have two duties/opportunities, to represent and to lead. - Represent the interests of those communities - ie, advocate for the change they want. - And lead those communities in achieving that change. It’s something Chris Boardman - who features in the article - has been able to do for cycling. On this topic - sustainability - there is work to do for sport to get its own house in order, but there is also the opportunity to represent and to lead those communities in achieving change with benefits way beyond sport.

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Alex Darbon-Cole was exploring my journey and relationship with movement, physical activity and sport in our podcast conversation yesterday. It reminded me of this blog and how our experiences become drivers of purpose and passion for the work we do. Take a look at Alex’s podcast- he’s doing something interesting exploring personal stories and mapping influences on inactivity and active lives. Great stuff. https://lnkd.in/epyGBRv4

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The National Sector Partners Group (NSPG) has called for stronger measures to reduce inequalities in sport and physical activity. The call is a response to the latest Active Lives study from Sport England, which shows there remain “long-standing #inequalities” based on gender, ethnicity and disability. Women, those from lower socio-economic groups and Black and Asian people are still less likely to be active than others. Worryingly, since 2015, there has been a fall in the number of Black and Asian adults who are classed as physically active. This is despite Sport England saying it has put “tackling inequalities at the heart” of its Uniting the Movement strategy, which it launched more than three years ago, in January 2021. The UK is currently 11th out of 15 comparable European nations for activity levels. “Data from the Active Lives study clearly demonstrates that we must work harder and faster to generate transformative change in our nation’s health and wellbeing,” the NSPG said in a statement. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eqcnfEJc #sport #exercise #physicalactivity #equality Active Partnerships, Sport and Recreation Alliance, Lisa Wainwright MBE (She/Her), CIMSPA, Sport for Development Coalition, ukactive, Youth Sport Trust

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It's not often you get to promote an ex-employee! But if you're thinking about trying Ultra running, or just want to improve your running, can I tell you that Martha Urwin had to leave Barnabus Manchester because she's such a phenomenal coach, her business was flying before she was ready to leave? Check out her testimonials, you'll see a list of very happy clients! #smallbusiness #running #coaching #runningcoach #ultra #ultramarathon #performance #performancecoaching

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