Sport England

“Together, we can break the vicious cycle of extreme weather, falling participation and unequal access. This is the biggest boost to grassroots sport yet - new tools, training and up to £2.5 million still available this year. Our ambition isn’t just to be sustainable - it’s to be planet-positive. To leave the world better, greener and fairer than we found it.” Sport England Chair, Chris Boardman spoke at the Blue Earth Summit today and highlighted a package of measures to help sport and physical activity organisations adapt to climate change and protect participation. Sport England’s Movement Fund will offer organisations up to £15,000 to help them act and adapt to climate-driven disruption. In addition, a call for evidence and urge to local organisations to shine a light on stories of real-world resilience has been launched - from flood-proofed pitches to solar-powered swimming pools - to show how communities can, and are, turning climate challenge into climate action. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eFSGFXDZ

Finding the right local facility can be a challenge but #Buddle’s updated guidance is here to support you. Whether you're a grassroots group, club, or organisation, this resource helps you discover spaces that suit your needs. Take a look: https://lnkd.in/e-JVpKdv.

"Women of colour were virtually invisible." #ThisGirlCan analysed 4,000 photos which showed that out of 8,559 women, only 56 were of Black women and 61 were of South Asian women – less than 1.5% combined, despite them making up 11% of the population. As part of 'We Like The Way You Move', This Girl Can have added new, rights free images to our already inclusive photo library.

Creating an inclusive culture involves actively tackling discrimination. When dealing with discrimination, be sensitive to the victim’s feelings and committed to helping resolve the issue. If you’re in this position, you could: - De-escalate - Prioritise wellbeing - Listen and advocate - Encourage open communication - Clarify and educate - Report To find out more on how to do this effectively and ensure your people feel safe and supported, visit #Buddle’s latest webpage on tackling discrimination: https://lnkd.in/efe4armz

"Black Girls Do Run UK exists because representation matters. Too often, Black women are absent from the imagery of running, but by showing up in our kit at races and online, we are rewriting that narrative. We are saying we are here, we run and we belong!" To celebrate the start of Black History Month, the founder of Black Girls Do Run UK and member of the This Girl Can advisory board talks about representation in sport and how movement helps Black women feel connected, powerful and supported. "Running has also shown me how much representation matters. There have been times I felt invisible at races or out of place in running communities, but when I began sharing my story and weaving my Jamaican heritage into my running, I discovered others felt the same – and that, by stepping forward, I could help them feel seen." Read more: https://lnkd.in/eJftRSNB

Sport England Chair, Chris Boardman will be speaking at the Blue Earth Summit this month. Chris will share his insights on how sport, adventure, and infrastructure can be harnessed to drive positive environmental and societal change. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e5d7ak-5

In support of World Mental Health Day, we’re happy to share that Mind’s Safe and Effective Practice Support Package. This free resource has been co-designed to help physical activity deliverers, programme coordinators and sports organisations confidently put mental health guidance into practice. What’s included: ✅ A practical checklist for safe and effective programme delivery ✅ Tools, resources & case studies to support areas like referral and screening ✅ Free in-person workshops to help identify and address areas where support is needed Upcoming workshops: London - 12th November Warrington - 25th November Birmingham - 10th December Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eR8Qz6Ej #WorldMentalHealthDay

📢 New Course Alert! 📢 BMJ Learning, supported by Sport England and The National Lottery, is launching a vital new course: The Health Benefits of Physical Activity: Mild Cognitive Impairment and Dementia This course explores the evidence behind how staying active can support people living with mild cognitive impairment and dementia and why movement matters more than ever. You will learn: - Evidence for increasing physical activity in people with dementia and mild cognitive impairment - The national guidance on physical activity in these different groups - The risks of activity in people with dementia and mild cognitive impairment - To start conversations with patients and carers that explore physical activity in a meaningful and sensitive way Book now and be part of the movement to make activity accessible and impactful for everyone: https://lnkd.in/epc-tnjr

Your involvement in your child's sport can greatly influence how they feel about the experience. Whether your child's goal is to achieve a winning score, a personal best, be a good teammate or to simply enjoy their sport, your support can help them achieve their goals. How to play your part: - Listen to your child - Keep sport fun - Respect everyone - See something, say something Watch the latest video from the NSPCC and play your part to bring out their best: https://lnkd.in/eWRxTXtT #SafeInSport

Following the publication of the Safe Sport report in June, UK Sport along with Sport England and the other home country sports councils are pleased to communicate further steps with the work. As the project enters its second phase, Neil Cooper and Nick Pink have been appointed as project director and project chair respectively. These two roles will be central to taking forward the feasibility of the recommendations set out in the report. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eVZpQdss