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?? Over the past eight days, I’ve had the privilege of traveling through Far North Queensland, visiting gymnastics clubs in some truly rural areas like Mackay and Cairns and their surrounds. As someone from a regional community, it’s been inspiring to see the incredible work these clubs are doing in small towns. However, it also makes me reflect on the disparities we face. How can these towns, with far smaller populations than where I live, boast amazing facilities like swimming pools and stadiums while my local Council struggles to provide basic services like maintaining roads or offering recreational activities for kids? There should be a minimum standard for what Councils provide to engage and support their communities. What can we expect from our youth if they don’t have access to pools, sports facilities, youth groups, or activities to do because they cannot get to neighbouring towns? Is this lack of resources contributing to youth crime in some areas? It’s time to prioritise building vibrant, supportive environments for our young people! ???? #CommunityDevelopment #YouthEngagement #RuralLife

FOR ALL is what it’s all about.

As healthcare providers, one of our primary goals is to support the overall education and social development of numerous tamariki, their whānau, and communities. By being the Principal Partner of the Auckland Cricket BatFirst Programme, we can successfully do it. Every family should have the tools to lead a healthy and active life, yet one of the main obstacles for kids getting physically active is simply not having the tools to begin with. ??BatFirst aims to overcome this barrier by encouraging sports engagement and providing a cricket bat and ball to every Year 3 child in Decile 1 – 5 schools across Auckland. ??Since starting in 2019, 14,709 kids from 107 decile 1-5 schools have received a BatFirst kit. ??In the 2023-24 season alone, we've reached 3628 kids from 149 Classes in 31 schools. Learn more about the programme here: https://lnkd.in/gj3kDt7h Video by Lochana Media Local Doctors Community Engagement Manager Lorenzo Kaisara . . . . . #LocalDocotors #LD #Healthcare #Education #CommunitySupport #SportsEngagement #HealthyLifestyle #ActiveLife #FamilyWellness #SocialImpact #Cricket #Auckland #AucklandCricket #BatFirst #PhysicalActivity #ChildrensHealth #CommunityDevelopment #WellnessInitiative #WhanauSupport #HealthyKids #SportsForAll #CommunityEngagement #ChildhoodDevelopment #Sports #HealthPromotion #SocialInclusion #CommunityOutreach #Empowerment #Wellbeing #Partnership

Scouting is a big part of my life but it can't happen without volunteers. Literally, can't happen. I'm a leader at my local scout group - 3rd Buckingham Scout Group - and I encourage you to think about Scouting and what you can do to help young people. The more you put in, the more you get out of it. At 3rd Buckingham Scouts we believe in preparing young people with skills for life. We encourage our young people to do more, learn more and be more. But to do that we rely on our volunteer leaders. Our volunteers do not necessarily have experience of scouting, it is this variety that helps us to build a programme that engages our young people - everyone has something to offer. The one thing that unites all volunteers within the Scout Association is an energy and enthusiasm for the young people and a sense of sharing their knowledge. Whilst all our volunteers are passionate about what they do, many help on a flexible basis due to other commitments. Some may help out once a week or fortnightly and others help once a term or at certain troop activities. You don’t have to be an adventurer like Bear Grylls to get involved with Scouting. Do you have first aid knowledge? Are you good with numbers? Handy in the kitchen? Or are you a DIY whizz? We all have useful skills and you can volunteer and help in many ways. As well as gaining externally recognised skills and having a brilliant time, Scouting also offers the chance to build on personal skills, like teamwork, confidence and leadership. So why don't you approach your local scout group? #scouts #scouting #beargrylls #volunteer #volunteering

There are many social benefits from having access to sport. ?? Many of the social skills youngsters will need throughout their lives can be developed through team sports. It teaches them to work together and engage with other children. ?? It also fosters a sense of community. It enables children to gain new acquaintances, develop new friendships and expand their social network outside of school. Accepting discipline is a crucial component of team play. Children who participate in sports are expected to adhere to the regulations. It teaches children how to follow instructions from the coach and to function as a team. ?? https://www.js25.co.uk/ #sportscharity #accesstosports #JSFT #JS25 #inclusivity

What does the YMCA have to do with the emergency services? You can read about it in my latest column on Substack. https://lnkd.in/gN_M7GTb

Peace ?? Sports Expected to reach 3,900+ kids, Generations For Peace USA's Peacebuilding Academy builds resilience among youth through sport in Chicago & D.C. ????? The Peacebuilding Academy is a new initiative that provides #peacebuilding training, mentoring, and technical assistance to organizations in select U.S. cities to help them better address issues of conflict and violence in their communities and strengthen youth resilience to violence. Both #Chicago and #DC are experiencing crises of youth violence despite significant investments in youth development. The Peacebuilding Academy offers a new and innovative solution to this challenge by strengthening the capacity of reputable youth organizations to use sport to achieve peacebuilding outcomes, such as a decrease in violence and increase in feelings of trust and understanding of others. Laureus Sport for Good Foundation USA (Laureus USA) Fight For Children #SportForGood https://lnkd.in/d_dcTg-g

Several key learnings for commissioners and system partners in Cheshire and Warrington from Local Government Association and StreetGames UK's report “Supporting Youth in Low-Income Neighbourhoods to Stay Active Through Sport” : Community Engagement: Engaging with local communities is crucial. Understanding the specific needs and preferences of young people in low-income neighbourhoods helps in designing effective sports programs. Partnerships: Building strong partnerships with local organizations, schools, and sports clubs can enhance the reach and impact of sports initiatives. Collaboration ensures resources are used efficiently and programs are sustainable. Accessibility: Ensuring that sports facilities and programs are accessible to ALL young people, regardless of their socio-economic background, is essential. This includes considering location, cost, and inclusivity in programme design. Role Models: Involving local role models and mentors in sports programs can inspire and motivate young people to participate and stay active. Positive role models can also help in addressing behavioral issues and promoting positive social values. Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly monitoring and evaluating the impact of sports programs helps in understanding what works and what doesn’t. This data-driven approach allows for continuous improvement and adaptation of programs to better meet the needs of the community. Funding and Resources: Securing adequate funding and resources is vital for the success of sports programs. Commissioners should explore various funding opportunities and ensure that resources are allocated effectively to maximize impact. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/euxTVE-p