Australian sports clubs targeted to lead by example and effect social change
sport’s powerful role in Australia cannot be denied; more than 5.6 million women, men and children play some kind of sport regularly. It is not just the players, but the coaches, sports administrators, family and friends who provide an essential network that allows those millions to play sport every week. It is this enormous web […]
Sports as a Tool for Social Inclusion and Social Change
Ask any sports participant what they love most about their involvement and they are sure to mention the bonds forged with their teammates. This is the case even when teams are made up of kids from different ethnic, socioeconomic, religious or cultural backgrounds. Anecdotal evidence certainly suggests that when applied correctly, sport can create bridges […]
Impact of sports is huge in society
sports bring competition; teach morality, integrity and ambition; are exciting, amusing and challenging. But most of all, they bring us hope. Sports give us faith to live another day. We see our favorite athletes, and we are amazed by them, and it gives us a sense of hope that no matter what challenges or hurdles […]
Benefits of Sport to Individuals, Society and The Economy
Boosting participation in sport can generate a variety of socio-economic benefits. Sport can, and does, make a profound and positive impact on individuals, communities and wider society. Sport England commissions its own research on this topic, while keeping a critical eye on the latest evidence from around the world. The aim is to provide the […]
The Many Benefits of Youth Sports in your Community
Participating in youth sports is a regular part of growing up, for most of us in North America. Physical activity is essential for healthy and optimal development, through childhood and early adulthood, and youth sports provide many opportunities for a physically active routine. Boosting the well-being of kids through this time can help your community’s future, as children […]
