This report presents the findings of a study, conducted at the University of Derby, which aimed to further understand levels of inequalities in physical activity across and within protected characteristic groups. It is hoped that this information will be useful for commissioners, from a variety of sectors, to proactively work towards equal opportunities for all individuals in health and wellbeing. Three...
In December 2020, Sport sought to consult with members to understand their needs and challenges related to Covid-19. Among other significant findings, the organisation identified that Covid-19 has had substantial impact on young people, particularly on their mental health. As a result, youth workers and community volunteers need additional training and support to be able to deal with this.
This report summarises recommendations on reimagining the future of sport and development, including insights from The International Platform on Sport and Development's 2020 call for articles and webinar. As the coronavirus pandemic has profoundly affected sport, including the use of sport in development, it is opportune to question the role of sport in society. Should we be going back to business...
For over a decade, Girlguiding’s research has captured girls’ and young women’s lives, highlighting their views, experiences, and the challenges they face. Through this research, girls’ and young women’s voices reveal how they’re coping with the profound changes that have occurred in their lives over the past year. They share the things they’re finding hard, what they’re concerned about and...
‘People and Places: The story of doing it differently’ captures and share the collective learning of the local delivery pilots to date. Covering the period from concept in 2017 through to the vivid realities of the current pandemic. This isn’t a simple step-by-step manual of instructions on ‘how to do it’, but it will explore the ‘how’ and ‘why’ of the...
This document will help you understand the current impact of Covid-19 for consumers and the sport and physical activity sector. Accurately predicting the impact of such a complex, fast moving, unprecedented situation is almost impossible. However, it will help you to build understanding of the current position and then plan carefully to both mitigate the threats and seize any opportunities presented by the situation
Get Out Get Active (GOGA) is a programme that runs across the UK, supporting disabled and non-disabled people to enjoy being active together. This report measures the ongoing success of GOGA's programme under 4 key criteria: Impact, Delivery, Sustainability and Learning.
Evidence shows disabled people’s lives have been the hardest hit by COVID-19. The Activity Alliance's second Annual Survey reveals the stark impact of this crisis on disabled people’s activity levels. Activity Alliance’s Annual Disability and Activity Survey complements Sport England’s Active Lives Adult Survey. With the focus on disabled people, this report goes into greater detail on perceptions, experiences and important issues. This...
In its seventh edition, the 2020 Europe Active European Health & Fitness Market Report presents the most comprehensive analysis of the European health and fitness industry to date. The report contains current information on the major European fitness markets and club operators, recent merger and acquisition activities, as well as a chapter on the European fitness ecosystem. "This report covers the...
This year’s report highlights the "devastating toll" that covid-19 has had on the lives of 16-25 year olds and their mental wellbeing. Amid the throes of a global pandemic, young people, particularly those not in education, training or employment are concerned about not being able to find a career as well as increased competition in the job market. However, young people...