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Barry Horne - "Making Sport and Physical Activity Inclusive for Disabled People"
- 1. Engaging Disabled People A New Strategy for Sport: A Change of Approach Wednesday 4 May 2016 Barry Horne English Federation of Disability Sport
- 2. The facts
- 3. Our research so far Barriers- what prevents participation? Lifestyles- where does sport and physical activity fits? Motivations- what motivates disabled people in daily life? Opportunities and communications- what makes up a good offer and where should they be promoted? Participation- More disabled people active for life Transition Understanding the drop off from school to adulthood Supporters How do supporters encourage participation Media Views and opinions of current media coverage of disabled people in sport
- 4. What we know: 3 main barriers types to participation Physical Logistical Psychological Geography Expense Support of others Communication Facility Equipment Health and Safety Suitability Personal perceptions Attitudes of others
- 5. My channels Use communication channels that I already trust e.g. social media, local media. My locality Travelling to get to activities can be a significant barrier for disabled people. I would much prefer opportunities to be closer to home. Me, not my impairment Many people do not identify with being disabled and are put off by advertising that focuses on disability. My values Everyone has values. Understanding what my values are and linking an activity to these can make taking part more appealing. My life story As people grow older our values change. Keep me interested over time through new ideas. 1 2 3 4 5 The 10 principles to support providers to deliver more appealing opportunities for disabled people. Disabled people told us:
- 6. Reassure me Some disabled people fear standing out and need to be reassured that any activity we attend will be welcoming and suitable for our needs. Include me Some disabled people need to know we are good enough to take part. Providers should make sure that people with varying ability levels feel included in sessions. Listen to me Disabled people can be limited by our impairment and should be able to discuss our needs in a safe and private environment before starting an activity. Welcome me An unpleasant first experience can prevent anyone from taking part again. Ensure that my first experience is enjoyable so I’m likely to return. Show me Engage disabled people who are already involved in your activity to promote it to others. Talk to me report available to download on www.efds.co.uk 6 7 8 9 10
- 7. Social and Community Development Better Engagement Improvement, Leadership and Organisational Development Fulfilled, Happy, Sense of self-worth Family and support systems Friendship and connections My health Progressing in life Having fun and feeling free Mental strength and wellbeing Organisational Outcomes Fundamental (Societal) Outcomes Individual Outcomes
- 8. Physical Activity: (Expenditure of Calories, Raised Heart Rate) Everyday Activity: • Active travel (cycling/walking) • Heavy housework • Gardening • DIY • Occupational Activity (active/manual work) Active Recreation: • Recreational walking • Recreational cycling • Active play • Dance Sport: • Sport walking • Regular cycling (30+ mins/week) • Swimming • Exercise and fitness training • Structured competitive activity • Informal sport • Individual pursuits PE and School Sport Language Matters Adapted from CMO definition
- 9. What does ‘sport’ mean to you?
- 10. What does ‘exercise’ mean to you?
- 11. What does ‘physical activity’ mean to you?
- 12. What does ‘fitness’ mean to you?
- 13. What does ‘recreation’ mean to you?
- 14. Charter for Change The Charter sets out what disabled people say they need to make this possible and outlines three asks: Everyone involved in providing sport or physical activity will support disabled people to participate. Disabled people will have the same opportunity as non- disabled people to be active throughout their lives. All communications about sport and physical activity will promote positive public attitudes towards disabled people’s participation. 1 2 3
- 16. Thank You! Email: bhorne@efds.co.uk Telephone 01509 227750 @Eng_Dis_Sport www.efds.co.uk