The document outlines the Active Healthy Kids Canada organization and its annual Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth. The Report Card is a communications and advocacy tool that provides a "state of the nation" assessment each year on Canada's performance in providing physical activity opportunities for children and youth. It evaluates indicators across sectors like schools, communities, government policies, and assigns letter grades. The Report Card has significant reach and influence, helping to increase awareness, guide investments and partnerships, and influence policies to improve physical activity among Canadian youth.
The document discusses a comparison of childhood physical activity levels across 15 countries based on report cards produced by Active Healthy Kids Canada. Common indicators assessed across countries included overall physical activity, organized sport participation, active play, active transportation, sedentary behaviors, and factors related to family/peers, school, community environment, and government policies. Grades for each indicator in each country ranged from F to A-, showing substantial international variation. This global matrix provides an opportunity to share ideas between countries and identify strategies to improve physical activity levels among children and youth worldwide.
MOVE Congress 2019 presentation by Mark Tremblay, Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance, in the track 'Discovering new perspectives on physical activity promotion among school children' on 18 October.
The document provides an overview of care reform efforts in Ghana, including achievements, challenges, and recommendations. It summarizes that Ghana has made progress in shifting from institutional to family-based care, supporting over 1,500 child reunifications. Key reforms include establishing standards for residential homes and promoting foster care and adoption. However, challenges remain around workforce capacity, funding, and monitoring care quality. The document recommends evaluating reforms and strengthening family support to prevent separations.
GAGE is a 9-year longitudinal research program studying 18,000 adolescents in 7 low- and middle-income countries. It aims to understand adolescent experiences, evaluate intervention programs, and identify best practices to support adolescent capabilities. In Bangladesh, GAGE is conducting quantitative and qualitative research in urban and rural sites, including Rohingya and host communities. Initial findings explore education, health, empowerment and vulnerabilities differences by age, gender and location. Policy briefs have been produced on urban Dhaka findings.
This document discusses UNICEF's efforts to strengthen its use of evidence to drive change for children. It outlines UNICEF's journey from initially focusing on generating high-quality research to now also emphasizing evidence communication and systematizing evidence use. Recent initiatives include evidence syntheses like the MegaMap to identify evidence gaps, surveys to assess UNICEF's evidence culture, and work to strengthen national evidence ecosystems. The goal is to maximize the impact of evidence in shaping policies and programs to improve children's lives.
Findings and insights from WFP staff inquiries into how WFP programmes can be more gender sensitive in the context of supporting Syrian refugees in Lebanon. The findings were shared in a regional knowledge sharing meeting with the other WFP countries working on the Syrian response.
Maja Gavrilovic explores how social protection programs target or include adolescents.
Presented as part of ALIGN's Social Protection, Gender Norms and Adolescence expert dialogue, held in London in September 2018.
The document discusses a comparison of childhood physical activity levels across 15 countries based on report cards produced by Active Healthy Kids Canada. Common indicators assessed across countries included overall physical activity, organized sport participation, active play, active transportation, sedentary behaviors, and factors related to family/peers, school, community environment, and government policies. Grades for each indicator in each country ranged from F to A-, showing substantial international variation. This global matrix provides an opportunity to share ideas between countries and identify strategies to improve physical activity levels among children and youth worldwide.
MOVE Congress 2019 presentation by Mark Tremblay, Active Healthy Kids Global Alliance, in the track 'Discovering new perspectives on physical activity promotion among school children' on 18 October.
The document provides an overview of care reform efforts in Ghana, including achievements, challenges, and recommendations. It summarizes that Ghana has made progress in shifting from institutional to family-based care, supporting over 1,500 child reunifications. Key reforms include establishing standards for residential homes and promoting foster care and adoption. However, challenges remain around workforce capacity, funding, and monitoring care quality. The document recommends evaluating reforms and strengthening family support to prevent separations.
GAGE is a 9-year longitudinal research program studying 18,000 adolescents in 7 low- and middle-income countries. It aims to understand adolescent experiences, evaluate intervention programs, and identify best practices to support adolescent capabilities. In Bangladesh, GAGE is conducting quantitative and qualitative research in urban and rural sites, including Rohingya and host communities. Initial findings explore education, health, empowerment and vulnerabilities differences by age, gender and location. Policy briefs have been produced on urban Dhaka findings.
This document discusses UNICEF's efforts to strengthen its use of evidence to drive change for children. It outlines UNICEF's journey from initially focusing on generating high-quality research to now also emphasizing evidence communication and systematizing evidence use. Recent initiatives include evidence syntheses like the MegaMap to identify evidence gaps, surveys to assess UNICEF's evidence culture, and work to strengthen national evidence ecosystems. The goal is to maximize the impact of evidence in shaping policies and programs to improve children's lives.
Findings and insights from WFP staff inquiries into how WFP programmes can be more gender sensitive in the context of supporting Syrian refugees in Lebanon. The findings were shared in a regional knowledge sharing meeting with the other WFP countries working on the Syrian response.
Maja Gavrilovic explores how social protection programs target or include adolescents.
Presented as part of ALIGN's Social Protection, Gender Norms and Adolescence expert dialogue, held in London in September 2018.
This document summarizes a presentation given by Dr. Nicola Jones on the key baseline findings from the Gender and Adolescence: Global Evidence (GAGE) research in Ethiopia. The presentation covered several areas of adolescent capabilities assessed by GAGE, including education and learning, bodily integrity and freedom from violence, and health, sexual and reproductive health, and nutrition. Some of the main findings presented were high but uncertain educational aspirations among adolescents, barriers to school access and quality especially for girls and those in rural/pastoralist areas, high rates of corporal punishment and gender-based violence, and ongoing issues with child marriage, food insecurity, and substance abuse among adolescents.
A presentation given at one of the National Youth Agency's regional events on the Governments new ten year youth strategy, "Aiming High for Young People".
Evaluation Of Virtual School Heads For Looked After ChildrenMike Blamires
The document summarizes research evaluating the role of Virtual School Heads (VSHs) for looked after children. Key findings include:
1) VSHs helped raise the profile of looked after children's education and had a positive relationship with improved educational outcomes.
2) VSHs worked in different ways but primarily took a strategic role advocating for children.
3) For the VSH model to be effective, local authorities need senior managers focused on tracking attainment and supporting educational progress for looked after children.
A presentation by Shane Norris as part of the Practicalities of Cohort and Longitudinal Research panel discussion at the International Symposium on Cohort and Longitudinal Studies in Developing Contexts, UNICEF Office of Research - Innocenti, Florence, Italy 13-15 October 2014
Systematic School-based Disability Screening: A Comparative Analysis of Forma...FHI 360
To investigate how schools and education systems are making efforts to screen and identify students with disabilities, the working group builds upon its previous inclusive education policy landscape analysis to examine and compare various approaches used in Cambodia, Ghana, India, Malawi, and South Africa. The aim of this work is to better understand (a) what forms of screening are used and what disability domains are screened for (e.g., vision, hearing, intellectual, socio-emotional, behavioral), (b) what happens once students are screened and how are teachers and caregivers informed and involved to ensure appropriate follow-up and targeted support, (c) what approaches are taken to ensure screening data is used to inform the services provided to children with disabilities?
The document discusses JBS International and its commitment to advancing global gender equality through evidence-based research and programs. It provides details on JBS's approach, which includes starting with a commitment to gender equality, applying research to design programs, focusing on root causes of inequality, developing theories of change, and using culturally relevant techniques for implementation. The document also provides examples of JBS's work in over 110 countries and sectors, as well as accomplishments from evaluations and supporting clients. It introduces the Gender Practice Team and their expertise in gender issues.
Systematic School-based Disability Screening: A Comparative Analysis of Forma...FHI 360
To investigate how schools and education systems are making efforts to screen and identify students with disabilities, the working group builds upon its previous inclusive education policy landscape analysis to examine and compare various approaches used in Cambodia, Ghana, India, Malawi, and South Africa. The aim of this work is to better understand (a) what forms of screening are used and what disability domains are screened for (e.g., vision, hearing, intellectual, socio-emotional, behavioral), (b) what happens once students are screened and how are teachers and caregivers informed and involved to ensure appropriate follow-up and targeted support, (c) what approaches are taken to ensure screening data is used to inform the services provided to children with disabilities?
1) Social protection programs can play a critical role in facilitating safe transitions to adulthood for adolescents by addressing vulnerabilities during rapid development.
2) However, adolescents are often not directly targeted and their needs are inconsistently reflected in program design, with a focus on younger ages and practical needs over empowerment.
3) Education is a main focus of social transfers for adolescents, which can challenge gender norms by promoting schooling, but impacts vary by context and more can be done to address gendered risks faced by both boys and girls.
The document discusses Arupa Mission Research Foundation's SAISHAV program, which aims to empower children through child development, protection, and abuse prevention efforts. The program addresses issues like high infant mortality, school dropouts, child abuse, and lack of rights and protection. It works to improve child survival through health support, facilitate education access, and raise awareness on abuse prevention. SAISHAV also builds community participation to empower children through training programs, sensitization activities, and the use of an animation film to generate discussion on protecting childhood. The overall goal is to empower children and ensure their well-being and rights.
This document summarizes the final deliverables of a practicum team from The New School. It includes:
1. A comparative analysis of physical activity programs domestically and internationally.
2. A case study on the feasibility of walking groups in NYC's highest-needs communities, including interviews.
3. A feasibility study of Shape-Up NYC including surveys to understand programming needs.
4. An assessment of physical activity programming and partnership opportunities among non-profits.
5. A survey of businesses to explore wellness partnerships.
6. A grant proposal for a 6-month walking group pilot program in East Harlem.
The document summarizes deliverables from a team presenting to the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene on physical activity programs. It includes an analysis of existing programs, a case study on walking groups, a feasibility study of an existing program, a nonprofit assessment, a business wellness survey, and a grant proposal for a walking group pilot program. Key recommendations include partnering with nonprofits, offering dance classes and keeping costs low, and targeting a walking group program at women ages 35-54 in East Harlem.
The document presents the Western Cape Youth Development Strategy (YDS). It provides a framework to guide investments and policies to support youth development through a whole-of-society approach. The strategy is needed because ages 10-24 are critical for development, but many youth lack support systems and face risks like addiction, crime or gangs. The YDS aims to create more opportunities and services for positive youth development by focusing on ages 10-14 (pre-youth) and 15-24 (youth) and addressing challenges related to families, education, jobs, violence exposure and reconnection. It outlines priorities, pillars and a vision for coordinated multi-stakeholder action on youth issues.
This document discusses making social protection programs in Nepal more sensitive to children's needs. It analyzes several existing programs: the child grant has modest impact due to low amounts and delays; scholarships have limited impact due to low amounts and other barriers to education; and public works programs could have greater impact if they provided childcare and more work days. It identifies challenges like low coordination, capacity, and awareness. Recommendations include strengthening implementation, expanding coverage through a twin-track approach, increasing transfer amounts, improving registration flexibility, and better linking programs to sensitization and child protection.
Adolscents to Youth to Young Adults_Diers_5.11.11CORE Group
This document discusses building assets for a safe, healthy, and productive transition to adulthood for girls. It outlines the need for visibility of the issue at global and national levels, as well as evidence to support programs. Key program components discussed are safe spaces, mentors, life skills education, and financial literacy. The document also addresses scale-up, resources, and next steps such as addressing broader gender norms, linking programs to economic empowerment, and conducting long-term impact studies.
Carson Hicks, Ph.D., Deputy Director of Evaluation at the NYC Center for Economic Opportunity (CEO) will provide an overview of programs that address the needs of disconnected youth and young men of color in New York City. CEO, located within the NYC Mayor’s Office, partners with various City agencies to develop, implement, and evaluate the City’s anti-poverty programs. CEO’s programs touch on areas of education, employment, health, and prevention. The success of these programs has had national implications—CEO was recently awarded a federal Social Innovation Fund grant to replicate five programs to multiple cities, including Project Rise which works directly with young adults. CEO is also responsible
for the implementation and evaluation of most of the programs being expanded and created through the Young Men’s Initiative, a $127 million investment of public and private funds to assist NYC’s young men of color. This presentation will share CEO’s approach to developing and evaluating programs that assist disconnected young people with examples of specific programs and investments in New York City.
This document summarizes a report on the state of student governance in Commonwealth countries. It finds that 51% of Commonwealth nations do not have a national student organization. Where they do exist, many national student organizations face challenges securing funding and membership engagement. The report is based on interviews with 140 student groups and education officials across the Commonwealth. It aims to strengthen student voices in education policymaking and provide recommendations to support the development of effective national student organizations in all Commonwealth countries.
The document discusses the importance of quality in education and what is required to improve it. It argues that countries should evaluate their education systems based on the best performing systems globally rather than just their own national standards. It also stresses the importance of developing the types of skills that benefit individuals and societies economically and socially. The document examines data on education spending, graduation rates, and student performance in order to identify best practices for improving education quality and outcomes.
The document discusses the new public health system in England and its implications for sport and physical activity organizations. It covers the establishment of Public Health England and health and wellbeing boards, and how these changes will require demonstrating impact and forming local partnerships. The Youth Sport Trust is provided as an example of aligning programs with health outcomes, partnering with local authorities, and independently evaluating initiatives like Change4Life sports clubs in schools. Attendees are encouraged to consider how to advocate, create new partnerships, and demonstrate impact in their own organizations.
Press Red - Camden and Islington Young People's Needs Assessment - Street Gam...Press Red
These slides present the findings of a research project carried out by Press Red on behalf of Camden and Islington Councils. The aim of the project was to understand what was needed to increase participation in sport and physical activity by young people in the borough. More information on the project can be found here - http://pressred.co.uk/services/research-and-evaluation/case-study-1. The slides were presented to Street Games in 2014.
This document summarizes a presentation given by Dr. Nicola Jones on the key baseline findings from the Gender and Adolescence: Global Evidence (GAGE) research in Ethiopia. The presentation covered several areas of adolescent capabilities assessed by GAGE, including education and learning, bodily integrity and freedom from violence, and health, sexual and reproductive health, and nutrition. Some of the main findings presented were high but uncertain educational aspirations among adolescents, barriers to school access and quality especially for girls and those in rural/pastoralist areas, high rates of corporal punishment and gender-based violence, and ongoing issues with child marriage, food insecurity, and substance abuse among adolescents.
A presentation given at one of the National Youth Agency's regional events on the Governments new ten year youth strategy, "Aiming High for Young People".
Evaluation Of Virtual School Heads For Looked After ChildrenMike Blamires
The document summarizes research evaluating the role of Virtual School Heads (VSHs) for looked after children. Key findings include:
1) VSHs helped raise the profile of looked after children's education and had a positive relationship with improved educational outcomes.
2) VSHs worked in different ways but primarily took a strategic role advocating for children.
3) For the VSH model to be effective, local authorities need senior managers focused on tracking attainment and supporting educational progress for looked after children.
A presentation by Shane Norris as part of the Practicalities of Cohort and Longitudinal Research panel discussion at the International Symposium on Cohort and Longitudinal Studies in Developing Contexts, UNICEF Office of Research - Innocenti, Florence, Italy 13-15 October 2014
Systematic School-based Disability Screening: A Comparative Analysis of Forma...FHI 360
To investigate how schools and education systems are making efforts to screen and identify students with disabilities, the working group builds upon its previous inclusive education policy landscape analysis to examine and compare various approaches used in Cambodia, Ghana, India, Malawi, and South Africa. The aim of this work is to better understand (a) what forms of screening are used and what disability domains are screened for (e.g., vision, hearing, intellectual, socio-emotional, behavioral), (b) what happens once students are screened and how are teachers and caregivers informed and involved to ensure appropriate follow-up and targeted support, (c) what approaches are taken to ensure screening data is used to inform the services provided to children with disabilities?
The document discusses JBS International and its commitment to advancing global gender equality through evidence-based research and programs. It provides details on JBS's approach, which includes starting with a commitment to gender equality, applying research to design programs, focusing on root causes of inequality, developing theories of change, and using culturally relevant techniques for implementation. The document also provides examples of JBS's work in over 110 countries and sectors, as well as accomplishments from evaluations and supporting clients. It introduces the Gender Practice Team and their expertise in gender issues.
Systematic School-based Disability Screening: A Comparative Analysis of Forma...FHI 360
To investigate how schools and education systems are making efforts to screen and identify students with disabilities, the working group builds upon its previous inclusive education policy landscape analysis to examine and compare various approaches used in Cambodia, Ghana, India, Malawi, and South Africa. The aim of this work is to better understand (a) what forms of screening are used and what disability domains are screened for (e.g., vision, hearing, intellectual, socio-emotional, behavioral), (b) what happens once students are screened and how are teachers and caregivers informed and involved to ensure appropriate follow-up and targeted support, (c) what approaches are taken to ensure screening data is used to inform the services provided to children with disabilities?
1) Social protection programs can play a critical role in facilitating safe transitions to adulthood for adolescents by addressing vulnerabilities during rapid development.
2) However, adolescents are often not directly targeted and their needs are inconsistently reflected in program design, with a focus on younger ages and practical needs over empowerment.
3) Education is a main focus of social transfers for adolescents, which can challenge gender norms by promoting schooling, but impacts vary by context and more can be done to address gendered risks faced by both boys and girls.
The document discusses Arupa Mission Research Foundation's SAISHAV program, which aims to empower children through child development, protection, and abuse prevention efforts. The program addresses issues like high infant mortality, school dropouts, child abuse, and lack of rights and protection. It works to improve child survival through health support, facilitate education access, and raise awareness on abuse prevention. SAISHAV also builds community participation to empower children through training programs, sensitization activities, and the use of an animation film to generate discussion on protecting childhood. The overall goal is to empower children and ensure their well-being and rights.
This document summarizes the final deliverables of a practicum team from The New School. It includes:
1. A comparative analysis of physical activity programs domestically and internationally.
2. A case study on the feasibility of walking groups in NYC's highest-needs communities, including interviews.
3. A feasibility study of Shape-Up NYC including surveys to understand programming needs.
4. An assessment of physical activity programming and partnership opportunities among non-profits.
5. A survey of businesses to explore wellness partnerships.
6. A grant proposal for a 6-month walking group pilot program in East Harlem.
The document summarizes deliverables from a team presenting to the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene on physical activity programs. It includes an analysis of existing programs, a case study on walking groups, a feasibility study of an existing program, a nonprofit assessment, a business wellness survey, and a grant proposal for a walking group pilot program. Key recommendations include partnering with nonprofits, offering dance classes and keeping costs low, and targeting a walking group program at women ages 35-54 in East Harlem.
The document presents the Western Cape Youth Development Strategy (YDS). It provides a framework to guide investments and policies to support youth development through a whole-of-society approach. The strategy is needed because ages 10-24 are critical for development, but many youth lack support systems and face risks like addiction, crime or gangs. The YDS aims to create more opportunities and services for positive youth development by focusing on ages 10-14 (pre-youth) and 15-24 (youth) and addressing challenges related to families, education, jobs, violence exposure and reconnection. It outlines priorities, pillars and a vision for coordinated multi-stakeholder action on youth issues.
This document discusses making social protection programs in Nepal more sensitive to children's needs. It analyzes several existing programs: the child grant has modest impact due to low amounts and delays; scholarships have limited impact due to low amounts and other barriers to education; and public works programs could have greater impact if they provided childcare and more work days. It identifies challenges like low coordination, capacity, and awareness. Recommendations include strengthening implementation, expanding coverage through a twin-track approach, increasing transfer amounts, improving registration flexibility, and better linking programs to sensitization and child protection.
Adolscents to Youth to Young Adults_Diers_5.11.11CORE Group
This document discusses building assets for a safe, healthy, and productive transition to adulthood for girls. It outlines the need for visibility of the issue at global and national levels, as well as evidence to support programs. Key program components discussed are safe spaces, mentors, life skills education, and financial literacy. The document also addresses scale-up, resources, and next steps such as addressing broader gender norms, linking programs to economic empowerment, and conducting long-term impact studies.
Carson Hicks, Ph.D., Deputy Director of Evaluation at the NYC Center for Economic Opportunity (CEO) will provide an overview of programs that address the needs of disconnected youth and young men of color in New York City. CEO, located within the NYC Mayor’s Office, partners with various City agencies to develop, implement, and evaluate the City’s anti-poverty programs. CEO’s programs touch on areas of education, employment, health, and prevention. The success of these programs has had national implications—CEO was recently awarded a federal Social Innovation Fund grant to replicate five programs to multiple cities, including Project Rise which works directly with young adults. CEO is also responsible
for the implementation and evaluation of most of the programs being expanded and created through the Young Men’s Initiative, a $127 million investment of public and private funds to assist NYC’s young men of color. This presentation will share CEO’s approach to developing and evaluating programs that assist disconnected young people with examples of specific programs and investments in New York City.
This document summarizes a report on the state of student governance in Commonwealth countries. It finds that 51% of Commonwealth nations do not have a national student organization. Where they do exist, many national student organizations face challenges securing funding and membership engagement. The report is based on interviews with 140 student groups and education officials across the Commonwealth. It aims to strengthen student voices in education policymaking and provide recommendations to support the development of effective national student organizations in all Commonwealth countries.
The document discusses the importance of quality in education and what is required to improve it. It argues that countries should evaluate their education systems based on the best performing systems globally rather than just their own national standards. It also stresses the importance of developing the types of skills that benefit individuals and societies economically and socially. The document examines data on education spending, graduation rates, and student performance in order to identify best practices for improving education quality and outcomes.
The document discusses the new public health system in England and its implications for sport and physical activity organizations. It covers the establishment of Public Health England and health and wellbeing boards, and how these changes will require demonstrating impact and forming local partnerships. The Youth Sport Trust is provided as an example of aligning programs with health outcomes, partnering with local authorities, and independently evaluating initiatives like Change4Life sports clubs in schools. Attendees are encouraged to consider how to advocate, create new partnerships, and demonstrate impact in their own organizations.
Press Red - Camden and Islington Young People's Needs Assessment - Street Gam...Press Red
These slides present the findings of a research project carried out by Press Red on behalf of Camden and Islington Councils. The aim of the project was to understand what was needed to increase participation in sport and physical activity by young people in the borough. More information on the project can be found here - http://pressred.co.uk/services/research-and-evaluation/case-study-1. The slides were presented to Street Games in 2014.
A long term campaign, and a framework for
partners to co-create, promote and commission
sport, recreation and physical activity opportunities
in Suffolk, delivering positive impacts on the health
of local communities
Presented at the event 'Commissioning for Culture and Sport, 5th December 2014':
http://knowhownonprofit.org/events/commissioning-for-culture-and-sport-5th-december-2014
Part of the Cultural Commissioning Programme
http://www.ncvo.org.uk/cultural-commissioning-programme
A program coordinated by ministry of health srilanka and Provincial health departments to control obesity which causes non-communicable diseases (NCD) such as high blood pressure, heart attacks, stroke, and diabetes. Lack of exercise, over eating and mental stress.
Australian Sport for Development Foundation’s Building (1).pptxSarmadJamshaid1
The NetFitHealth program will use netball to promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles among young people aged 10-16 in two disadvantaged suburbs of Greater Dandenong, Victoria, Australia. Over 12 months, the program will involve netball clinics, coaching sessions, community events, and education sessions delivered by a team of coaches. Evaluation will include surveys, focus groups, and case studies to assess changes in knowledge, attitudes, behaviors, and the program's impact. The goal is to address low activity levels and sedentary behavior in the target communities.
Active for Life: Who's who in the physical literacy sector, 2016-01-12ActiveforLife
Due to the popularity of his first session, Sport for Life's Drew Mitchell conducts a second webinar in which he talks about program and policy initiatives around physical literacy. Hosted by Active for Life, a national initiative promoting physical literacy for kids. We teach parents about the importance of physical literacy, and we give them ideas, tips, and tricks to help them raise happy, healthy kids.
Cik norainimustaffa(mysihat) financial resources for civil societyHasan Shabbir
The document discusses the Malaysian Health Promotion Board (MySihat), which was established in 2006 to promote health in Malaysia. It receives an annual budget of USD3.2 million from the Ministry of Health. MySihat focuses on several key health areas like tobacco control, promoting healthy lifestyles and physical activity, and preventing diseases. It supports community organizations and provides grants for health promotion programs. However, MySihat faces challenges like increasing demand for grants, limited tobacco control programs, and ineffective monitoring and evaluation of projects. Urbanization is also affecting eating behaviors in Malaysia.
The Inclusive Fitness Coalition is an expanded group of organizations and individuals representing a cross-section of the disability rights, sports, health/fitness and civil rights communities. The IFC policy workgroup will focus on a comprehensive initiative to advance systemic change for individuals with disabilities through a coordination of policy, advocacy and education efforts. Learn more and get involved at incfit.org.
- Childhood obesity rates in Idaho have more than tripled over the past 30 years, with over 30% of school-aged children classified as overweight or obese.
- St. Luke's has established two models - a clinical model and community model called YEAH! - to address this issue through lifestyle change programs, nutrition education, and physical activity.
- St. Luke's is working to standardize the YEAH! program, establish collaborations to take a system-wide approach, and explore funding opportunities to ensure long-term sustainability of childhood obesity prevention and intervention efforts.
This document discusses physical activity and creating healthy communities. It defines physical activity and recommends guidelines for how much activity people should get each week. Data shows that a low percentage of both adults and children in Northern Ireland meet these guidelines. The document presents two case studies of initiatives to increase physical activity: Active Living No Limits, which aims to improve access to sport for people with disabilities, and Local Sports Partnerships, which promote physical activity through community partnerships. It concludes by considering policy and practice approaches needed to comprehensively address physical inactivity through population-wide strategies and cross-sector collaboration.
The National Physical Activity Plan was developed as part of Ireland's Healthy Ireland framework to increase physical activity levels across all ages and demographics. It aims to increase the proportion of people meeting physical activity guidelines by 1% per year through eight action areas, including public awareness campaigns, initiatives in schools, healthcare settings, workplaces, sports programs, and community events. Implementation of the plan involves cross-sectoral partnerships and will be monitored through ongoing surveillance of physical activity levels in Ireland.
The National Physical Activity Plan was developed as part of Ireland's Healthy Ireland framework to increase physical activity levels across all ages and demographics. It contains 8 action areas including raising public awareness, supporting children and young people, promoting activity in healthcare, urban planning, workplaces, community programs, research, and cross-sectoral partnerships. The plan aims to increase the proportion of people meeting physical activity guidelines by 1% per year through 2025. Successful implementation will depend on engagement across government, organizations, and the private sector.
EOA2016: LiveHealthy2020 a Foundation for TransformationPIHCSnohomish
LiveHealthy2020 (LH2020) is a collective impact initiative in Snohomish County, Washington to improve community health. In 2016, LH2020 directors provided an update on year 1 results and unveiled new online tools. They discussed principles of equity, empathy, resilience and empowerment in LH2020's work. As of July 2016, LH2020 had 128 signatories implementing over 180 programs across 222 locations, collectively reaching over 1.2 million people. New online tools like a partner portal and community maps were demonstrated to connect partners, track goals and share resources.
Washington State Behavioral Healthcare Work MappingPeggy Dolane
An attempt to capture the scope of work currently underway in the state of Washington and under the purview of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Care Work Group
Dr. Steven Mann discussed the potential impact of physical activity on public health. The ukactive Research Institute aims to build an evidence base for exercise and physical activity programs to improve quality of life and prevent/manage disease. Their objectives include securing grants for real-world interventions, encouraging best practices in data collection and dissemination, and publishing research to contribute to understanding how to get more people more active more often. Physical activity is good for health but becoming active requires conscious effort and support around time, priorities, environment, knowledge and more.
Best Start is a Victorian government program that aims to improve outcomes for young children from conception to age 8. It operates in 30 locations across the state focusing on prevention, early intervention, and supporting parents and caregivers. The program was recently reviewed and updated to have a stronger focus on engaging vulnerable children in early education and health services, and to use measurable strategies and data-driven planning.
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Here is the updated list of Top Best Ayurvedic medicine for Gas and Indigestion and those are Gas-O-Go Syp for Dyspepsia | Lavizyme Syrup for Acidity | Yumzyme Hepatoprotective Capsules etc
Histololgy of Female Reproductive System.pptxAyeshaZaid1
Dive into an in-depth exploration of the histological structure of female reproductive system with this comprehensive lecture. Presented by Dr. Ayesha Irfan, Assistant Professor of Anatomy, this presentation covers the Gross anatomy and functional histology of the female reproductive organs. Ideal for students, educators, and anyone interested in medical science, this lecture provides clear explanations, detailed diagrams, and valuable insights into female reproductive system. Enhance your knowledge and understanding of this essential aspect of human biology.
Recomendações da OMS sobre cuidados maternos e neonatais para uma experiência pós-natal positiva.
Em consonância com os ODS – Objetivos do Desenvolvimento Sustentável e a Estratégia Global para a Saúde das Mulheres, Crianças e Adolescentes, e aplicando uma abordagem baseada nos direitos humanos, os esforços de cuidados pós-natais devem expandir-se para além da cobertura e da simples sobrevivência, de modo a incluir cuidados de qualidade.
Estas diretrizes visam melhorar a qualidade dos cuidados pós-natais essenciais e de rotina prestados às mulheres e aos recém-nascidos, com o objetivo final de melhorar a saúde e o bem-estar materno e neonatal.
Uma “experiência pós-natal positiva” é um resultado importante para todas as mulheres que dão à luz e para os seus recém-nascidos, estabelecendo as bases para a melhoria da saúde e do bem-estar a curto e longo prazo. Uma experiência pós-natal positiva é definida como aquela em que as mulheres, pessoas que gestam, os recém-nascidos, os casais, os pais, os cuidadores e as famílias recebem informação consistente, garantia e apoio de profissionais de saúde motivados; e onde um sistema de saúde flexível e com recursos reconheça as necessidades das mulheres e dos bebês e respeite o seu contexto cultural.
Estas diretrizes consolidadas apresentam algumas recomendações novas e já bem fundamentadas sobre cuidados pós-natais de rotina para mulheres e neonatos que recebem cuidados no pós-parto em unidades de saúde ou na comunidade, independentemente dos recursos disponíveis.
É fornecido um conjunto abrangente de recomendações para cuidados durante o período puerperal, com ênfase nos cuidados essenciais que todas as mulheres e recém-nascidos devem receber, e com a devida atenção à qualidade dos cuidados; isto é, a entrega e a experiência do cuidado recebido. Estas diretrizes atualizam e ampliam as recomendações da OMS de 2014 sobre cuidados pós-natais da mãe e do recém-nascido e complementam as atuais diretrizes da OMS sobre a gestão de complicações pós-natais.
O estabelecimento da amamentação e o manejo das principais intercorrências é contemplada.
Recomendamos muito.
Vamos discutir essas recomendações no nosso curso de pós-graduação em Aleitamento no Instituto Ciclos.
Esta publicação só está disponível em inglês até o momento.
Prof. Marcus Renato de Carvalho
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Knowledge Exchange to Policy Action
1. Knowledge Exchange to Policy Action
The Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card on
Physical Activity for Children and Youth
Building Capacity for Use in Other Jurisdictions
2. • Established in 1994, a national organization with a passionate voice
for the development of active healthy children and youth in Canada.
• Focused on making physical activity a major priority in the everyday
lives of Canadian families.
• Committed to providing expertise and direction to policymakers and
the public on increasing and effectively allocating resources and
attention toward physical activity for children and youth.
Active Healthy Kids Canada
3. The primary vehicle to achieve
this mandate is the Active
Healthy Kids Canada Report
Card on Physical Activity for
Children and Youth and its
related activities.
Mandate
Strategic national leadership
– advancing knowledge,
evidence-informed
communication and
advocacy strategies – to
influence issue stakeholders
who affect physical activity
opportunities for children and
youth.
4. The Active Healthy Kids Canada
Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth
The Report Card, in its sixth year of production, is an evidence-
informed communications and advocacy piece designed to
provide insight into Canada’s “state of the nation” each year on
how, as a country, we are being responsible in providing
physical activity opportunities for children and youth.
5. Strategic Development Partners
• ParticipACTION facilitates design,
dissemination and media
outreach for the Report Card
across Canada, through
communications strategies that
garner attention and provoke
action across government, non-
governmental organizations, the
media and the public.
• The Healthy Active Living and
Obesity Research Group at the
Children’s Hospital of Eastern
Ontario Research Institute serves
as the key knowledge partner,
and leads the content
development and writing of the
Report Card, supported by a
Research Work Group.
6. 2010 Report Card Research Work Group
• Chair – Mark Tremblay
CHEO Research Institute
• Coordinator - Rachel Colley
CHEO Research Institute
• Cora Craig & Sue Cragg
CFLRI
• Ian Janssen
Queens University
• Steve Manske
University of Waterloo
• John Spence
University Alberta
• Doug Willms
University of New Brunswick
• Michelle Brownrigg
Active Healthy Kids Canada
7. Report Card Influences and Indicators
• The Report Card frames
around the Physical Activity
Levels grade.
• It assesses the influences and
indicators that have an
impact on Physical Activity
Levels.
• It also looks at the outcomes
associated with physical
activity and how these also
then influence Physical
Activity Levels.
14. Data Sources
• Key data sources:
• Health Behaviour of School-aged Children Survey (HBSC)
• Tell Them from Me Survey (TTFM)
• Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute: Physical Activity
Monitor; Survey of Canadian Schools; CANPLAY Survey; Survey of
Municipalities
• Canadian Community Health Survey (CCHS)
• National Longitudinal Survey on Children and Youth (NLSCY)
• Participation and Activity Limitation Survey, Statistics Canada (PALS)
• SHAPE Survey (Alberta Preschoolers)
• WEB-Span Survey (Alberta)
• School Health Action Planning and Evaluation System (SHAPES)
• SHES: School Health Environment Survey
• In addition, the long form Report Card includes a comprehensive set of
references and a variety of specific recommendations in each section.
15. Impact: Reach
• Facilitated by a
network of
provincial/territorial
partners, Report Card
distribution has now
surpassed 40,000
copies.
• Over 4000 total visits
to the AHKC website
in the month of
release
• Media coverage has
grown each year -
for 2009 it was in
excess of 100 million
media impressions in
TV, radio, print and
online media across
Canada.
17. Impact: Influence in the Field
• 90% agree the Report Card is achieving its objective of
increasing awareness about physical activity in children and
youth
• 86% agree that it supports their mandate as an organization.
It is used by these stakeholders to:
– guide strategic direction and new areas of investment
– in forming stakeholders’ message strategy for public awareness
campaigns
– as a foundation for research; and
– in presentations and to justify financial investments in physical
activity.
18. What is the Report Card used for in your
organization?
• keeping up with research in the field (78%)
• advocacy (76%)
• communications and public relations (74%)
• program development (66%) and training (68%)
• forming partnerships (60.6%)
• policy/strategy development (47%)
• briefing senior staff and elected officials (42%)
• for revenue generation/proposals (38%)
19. •Parent Guide Evaluation - over a third took some action to
increase physical activity for kids.
•Take Action Guide - 84% indicated they would do implement
a strategy in response to the Plan of Action
20.
21. Report Card:
2010 Global Best Award Honourable Mention
• The International Partnership Network celebrates
outstanding and effective business, education and community
organization partnerships that have a significant impact on
the communities in which they operate.
• The 2009 Report Card was recognized for Promoting Health
and Well-Being of Children and Youth in Education for not
only exemplifying the link between health and learning, but
also focusing on the well-being of the whole child, specifically
the impact on children's ability to learn and affirm their sense
of identity and self-confidence.
22. Impact: Influence on Policy
• “The Nova Scotia Department of Health
Promotion and Protection appreciates the
work Active Healthy Kids Canada in
helping keep the physical activity levels of
children and youth and related issues at
the forefront of public attention. The
Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card is
a valuable reference for government and
non-government stakeholders and we
thank you for your ongoing excellent work
in this area.”
Maureen MacDonald
Minister, Health Promotion and
Protection
Nova Scotia
• “I would like to take the opportunity to
thank you for the important work of
Active Healthy Kids Canada. Your
organization’s contributions to the
process, whether through informative
presentations, comprehensive Report
Cards, ongoing surveillance and
knowledge exchange, build awareness of
the issues and lead the direction towards
evidence-based solutions. Your
commitment to working with both
government and non-government
partners positively influence the creation
and enhancement of policies and
investments for physical activity in Canada
is appreciated.”
Hédard Albert
Minister of Education
New Brunswick
25. Impact: Influence on Policy
Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Ministers:
National Physical Activity Targets
By 2015, for children and youth aged 5 to 19 years:
• to increase, by seven percentage points the proportion
of children and youth who participate in 90 minutes of
moderate-to-vigorous physical activity
• to increase the average number of steps taken by all
children and youth from 11,500 steps to 14,500 steps
per day, which is equivalent to an increase of 30
minutes of physical activity per day.
26. Key Report Card Indicator:
Physical Activity Levels
• The Physical Activity Levels indicator is assessed in association
with the CFLRI CanPLAY Survey
• Directly ties to the goal set by Ministers of Sport, Physical
Activity and Recreation to increase the number of children
and youth meeting physical activity guidelines to 17% by 2015
– this allows for an annual measure of progress in each
Report Card.
27. Impact: Influence on Policy
• Presentation of Report Card
findings to Deputy Ministers
responsible for Sport,
Physical Activity and
Recreation from across
Canada (Nov 2008)
• Ministers release a joint
policy statement identifying
collective policy action
commitments to meet child
and youth physical activity
targets (Aug 2009)
"I would like to take this
opportunity to commend your
organization for creating this
important and informative
tool, as well as for its
continued commitment to
promoting physical activity
among Canadian children and
youth—at school, in our
communities and at home."
The Honourable Gary Lunn
Minister of State for Sport
28. Joint Policy Statement:
Intersectoral Action on Children and Youth Physical Activity
• collaborate with Ministers of
Health and Ministers of
Education to increase physical
activity
• work cooperatively to achieve
governmental and
intergovernmental targets for
children and youth;
• align social marketing efforts
and support collaborative
intersectoral action
• recognize the after-school
time period as an opportunity
for youth physical activity
• come together in a forum to
discuss and explore
opportunities to build on their
experiences and best practices
• consider progress on action
taken by governments, to
achieve targets for children
and youth at their respective
annual meetings
Ministers responsible for Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation will:
30. Healthy Habits Start Earlier Than You Think
• The early years are a
critical period for
growth and
development.
• National and regional
data indicate less than
half of kids five and
under are getting
regular physical activity.
31. Physical Activity in the Early Years
• The National Longitudinal Survey of Children and Youth
indicates that only 36% of 2-3-year-olds and 44% of 4-5-year-
olds engage regularly in unorganized sport and physical
activity each week.
• A survey of Edmonton parents indicates that only 42% of
preschoolers get 90 minutes of physical activity per day.
• In childcare centre settings, one US study shows that 89% of
children’s time is spent being sedentary.
32. • More than 90% of kids begin
watching TV before the age of
two, despite
recommendations that
screen time should be zero
for children under 2, and
limited to 1 hour for kids 2-5.
• National data show that
15.2% of 2-5-year-olds are
overweight and 6.3% are
obese. It is estimated that
overweight 2-5-year-olds
are 4 times as likely to be
overweight as adults.
In 1971, the average
age at which children
began to watch TV was
4 years; today, it is 5
months.
33. Active play is fun, but not frivolous.
• In the early years, active
play is required for
healthy development,
as it builds confidence
and basic movement
skills, and fosters social
interaction,
imaginations and self-
esteem.
34. Start Young, Start Strong
• Although work is ongoing to
fill the gap, Canada does
not have physical activity
guidelines for children 5
and under.
• While international
guidelines vary, the
consensus is that all
children aged 1 to 5 years
should participate in at
least two hours of physical
activity every day,
accumulated over many
sessions and as part of
play, games, transportation
and recreation.
35. Physical Activity Levels
• The CFLRI CANYPLAY Study provides objectively measured
data indicating that only 12% of children and youth are
meeting Canada’s guidelines of 90 minutes (or 16,500 steps)
of physical activity a day.
F
36. Physical Activity Levels
• The proportion meeting the guidelines
has decreased slightly from 13% in 2009,
but still registers an increase from 9% in
2007, and 10% in 2008.
• This year, we see no forward movement
towards meeting targets of 17% by 2015,
as set out by provincial and territorial
government ministers responsible for
physical activity, recreation and sport.
37. Provincial and territorial breakdowns indicate that no province
or territory is achieving the Canadian physical activity guideline
of 16,500 steps per day.
CFLRI CANPLAY STUDY
38. Organized Sport and Physical Activity
Participation
• Children involved in organized sport
and physical activity programs have
higher overall levels of physical
activity.
• Income disparity consistently emerges
in relation to organized sport
participation. Despite being aimed at
lower income families, the Canadian
Fitness Tax Credit appears to benefit
mostly middle and upper income
families.
C
39. Active Play
• 74% children in a regional study indicated
they would like to do something active
after school if they had the choice.
• Active play should be common in childcare
centres, however research has indicated
child care settings can be predominantly
sedentary.
F
41. Active Transportation
• Children who actively
commute to school get
more daily physical activity,
but regional data show that
less than 1/3 of children and
youth use active
transportation to get to and
from school.
D
43. Family Physical Activity
• Only 27% of parents say they are aware of
Canada’s physical activity guidelines
• A US study showed that 4 year old children with household
routines of regular family meals, adequate sleep and limited
screen time had a 40% lower risk of obesity.
D
44. Peers
• Another study found that
35% of kids cited peers as a
reason they enjoy physical
activity and sport.
• While there is not enough evidence to assign a grade, one study
found that friends were the most important factor in young
women’s participation in sport and physical activity.
INC
45. School
Physical
Education
• Most provinces and territories mandate PE in some
way, but actual implementation rates are largely
unknown.
Sport and
Physical
Activity
Opportunities
at School
• In grade 6, 55% of boys and 53% of girls participate
in school sports, by grade 12, 41% of boys and 27% of
girls participate in school sports.
Infrastructure
and
Equipment
• Provision of equipment and toys can increase
physical activity and decrease sedentary time in kids
attending preschool or daycare.
School Policy • Many schools in Canada have school-based policies
relating to physical activity, however evidence of
actual implementation is sparse.
C-
C
B
C
46. Community and Built Environment
Proximity and
Accessibility
• Well over half of Canadians have
physical activity facilities nearby and
accessible to them
Community
Programming
• Well over half of Canadians agree
there are a variety of appropriate
programs available in their
neighbourhood.
Usage of Facilities,
Programs, Parks and
Playgrounds
• Less than half of Canadian children
and youth use the community physical
activity amenities available to them.
• 49% of parents agree that cost is a
barrier to using programs
B
B+
D
47. Access to and use of Community Parks.
Playgrounds, Facilities & Programs
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
100
Programs and
facilities are
available locally
Programs and
facilities meet
needs well or very
well
Children use the
programs and
facilities often or
very often
Parks and outdoor
spaces available
locally
Parks and outdoor
spaces meet needs
well or very well
Children use the
parks and spaces
often or very often
ProportionofParentsReporting(%)
48. Community and Built Environment
Perceptions of Safety
and Maintenance
• Well over half of Canadians perceive
their neighbourhood to be safe enough
to walk in, and engage in other physical
activities with their children.
Municipal Policies and
Regulations
• 96% of 24 major municipalities
surveyed in Canada have a community-
level policy that hinders physical activity
participation in children and youth.
B
D
49.
50. Policy
Federal Government
Strategies
• There is no ‘stand-alone’ strategy
focused on physical activity which can
result in less priority for the issue.
Provincial/Territorial
Government Strategies
• Nine of the 13 provinces and
territories have developed specific
physical activity strategies. One has
consultations underway to develop a
strategy, and one has a strategic area
for physical activity included as part of
its “Wellness Strategy.”
C+
B+
51. Policy
Federal Government
Investment
• While federal spending in real dollars
per capita has risen since 2005, it is still
half the amount that it was in 1986.
Provincial/Territorial
Government Investment
• Spending in provinces and territories
has been steadily increasing over time
and is double what it was in the 1980s
in the five provinces where data could
be obtained.
Industry, philanthropic
and research
investments
• Funding has dropped in many sectors,
largely because of the economic
downturn.
F
C-
C
52.
53. Report Card Content Development Process
• The content development process is overseen by the Healthy
Active Living and Obesity Research Group at CHEO Research
institute
• Each Report Card indicator is evaluated individually to assign a
unique letter grade
• Data sources and available literature vary from year to year
• Grade assignment process requires consultation and critical
review from our Research Work Group
• Key considerations include trends over time, international
comparisons and the presence of disparities
54. Identification of Research Work Group (RWG) Members: The RWG is an
interdisciplinary selection of experts who are responsible for identifying and
ranking Report Card indicators based on available data, research and key issue
areas. This process is led by the Chair of the RWG in consultation with the
AHKC CEO and Board. A Scientific Officer (lead author) is identified and leads
Report Card development.
Report Card Indicator Meeting: This face-to-face meeting includes the RWG,
the Scientific Officer and AHKC staff. The team identifies new data coming
available and trends in research, policy and practice.
Report Card Content Development: The Scientific Officer compiles research
literature for all indicators from a range of sources and works with RWG
members to include new and unique data analyses from national data sets
relating to physical activity in children and youth in Canada.
Month 1
Month 3
Months
3-6
Report Card Content Development Process
55. Grade Assignment Meeting: In this 2nd
annual face-to-face meeting the RWG
reviews the compiled evidence and assigns a letter grade to each indicator in
the Report Card. A grading framework is used in combination with
consideration for international comparisons, trends over time, disparities (e.g.,
age, sex, geography, ethnicity, socio-economic status etc.).
Report Card Writing and Release: The Scientific Officer writes the long form
Report Card to reflect the national surveillance data, the research literature
and the assigned grades. The short form Report Card is developed from the
long form. Media relations experts are consulted to develop key messages and
a comprehensive media strategy. Provincial and territorial partners are
engaged prior to the release date to optimize the dissemination and media
reach of the Report Card.
Month 6
Months
10-12
Ongoing Communications, Dissemination and Evaluation of the Report Card
Months
7-9
Report Card Content Development Process
56. Report Card Content Development Process
Through this model we:
• amass the best possible evidence;
• identify gaps in the existing knowledge;
• and provide recommendations for what we
can do to improve.
57. Report Card Marketing and Communications:
Shaping and Sharing the Message
The strategic marketing
and communications
plan drives the design,
message development,
production and
distribution of the
annual Report Card.
58. Report Card Marketing and Communications:
Shaping and Sharing the Message
Identification of an annual key theme or “cover story” for the
Report Card that highlights the evidence contained and
resonates strongly with the public
59. • The marketing and communications strategy development is
supported by ParticipACTION, as well as marketing and public
relations agencies.
• Social marketing strategy drives the front cover creative
development and design.
• The media advocacy strategy balances the weight of findings
with the public appetite for information.
Report Card Marketing and Communications:
Shaping and Sharing the Message
60. • The media advocacy strategy uses the Report Card release as
the foundation for extensive media relations and awareness
generation.
• Key messages, media materials, pre-recorded videotaped
interview clips and corresponding web tools are created; a
network of regional and national spokespersons are engaged
for interviews in select major media markets and a network of
partner organizations from across the country to coordinate
regional response to the Report Card.
Report Card Marketing and Communications:
Shaping and Sharing the Message
61. • Articles have been submitted to peer-reviewed publications
supplementary communication tools are created, such as a
presentation deck and template articles that can be used in
newsletters and trade journals.
Report Card Knowledge Exchange
62. The Report Card was supported by
and the Public Health Agency of Canada.
64. The 2010 Get Active Toronto
Report on Physical Activity
www.getactivetoronto.com
65. Get Active Toronto (GAT) is an
initiative formed between public,
voluntary and private sector
organizations to address the current
epidemic of physical inactivity by
achieving increased physical activity
levels in Toronto by raising public
awareness and creating more
opportunities and reducing barriers
through collaboration.
In pursuit of that goal, Get Active
Toronto released the 2010 Get Active
Toronto Report on Physical Activity,
modeled on the Active Healthy Kids
Canada framework to mobilize
Toronto organizations and individuals
to build capacities for improving
activity levels in Toronto.
66. Key Challenges and Opportunities
The Get Active Toronto brand is new - limited awareness of the Get Active Toronto
brand.
Limited benchmarks at all levels; municipal, provincial and national.
We hoped to use the Get Active Toronto report as a catalyst to build collaboration
in Toronto organizations. At this point we were still really at pilot/launch stage.
The Active Healthy Kids Canada framework fit well with the framework Get Active
was working on – referencing the social determinants of health and building what
we termed, “Dimensions of access” to physical activity.
The timing was opportune – as Get Active Toronto was looking at a spring launch
and Active Healthy Kids Canada was in the same time frame.
67. Key Challenges & Opportunities
Synergy existed between both groups – similar objectives: to inform the public
and motivate for change.
Both groups could assist the other. Active Healthy Kids Canada could help Get
Active Toronto establish its brand and enhance the focus of local attention to the
physical inactivity crisis and Get Active Toronto could provide Active Healthy Kids
Canada with a large local network to share their messaging with.
Establishing the relationship fit well with our collaboration strategy.
The fundamental linkages between national, provincial and municipal data could
begin to be established.
68. Why the Active Healthy Kids Canada Framework?
Get Active Toronto was working with Dimensions of Access;
Financial;
Public Awareness/Media;
Geography & Time;
Socio-cultural;
Urban Planning /Transportation;
Employment/Human Resources.
These dimensions were similar to the indicators and influencers identified in the
Active Healthy Kids framework.
The Active Healthy Kids Canada framework was easily adopted and adapted for
the Get Active Toronto report.
69. Partnership Development
Get Active Toronto released a pilot report in 2008.
We learned that the community had an interest in this type of
information.
Existing relationship with ParticipACTION through the partner network,
brought Get Active Toronto into dialogue with Active Healthy Kids Canada
Through discussion, this opportunity was presented and a partnership
grew.
70. Progress to Date
Get Active Toronto has produced its 2010 Report on Physical Activity.
The partnership has been beneficial to all parties
The vertical benchmarking is useful for a municipal report such as ours
The vertical benchmarking is useful for a national report
The Report has been well noted and we will continue to develop this
framework and our relationship with Active Healthy Kids Canada
71. Moving Forward
• The 2010 Get Active Toronto Report on Physical Activity was released on April 27,
2010
• The Report was well noted in the municipality by media, stakeholders and the
public.
• The messaging of the report and the disturbing trends toward inactivity has been
disseminated
• Get Active Toronto will seek to establish new partnerships, using the report, to
seek solutions to increasing physical activity in Torontonians.
• Research gaps identified in the report will be reviewed and some work will be
done to eliminate the gaps
• Benchmarks on physical activity have been created and can now be tracked.
• The Report can be used as a tool by funders, programmers, individuals, businesses
to build capacities that break down the barriers to physical activity that exist in the
Toronto community.
72. Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card on Physical
Activity for Children and Youth:
Saskatchewan Supplement
73. Only 15% of Saskatchewan Children
& Youth are Active Enough
CanPlay 2009
We’re NOT OK with
that!
74. Saskatchewan in motion is a
province wide movement aimed
at increasing physical activity for
health, social environmental
and economic benefits.
75. The in motion
movement
• Strategic Partner Organizations
• 165 Community Action Teams
• 452 Schools
• 469 Workplaces
• Thousands of Leaders
in more than 259 Communities across
Saskatchewan…
76. NATIONAL REPORT CARD ON PHYSICAL ACTIVITY FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH
Responded to media interviews
•Issued a news release
•Implemented a small distribution
strategy
•Issued a news release
•Implemented a distribution
strategy aimed at provincial
elected officials
•Shifted focus of SIM to children
and youth
•Developed strategic plan to
reflect indicators within Report
Card
•Issued a news release
•Implemented a broad
distribution strategy
•Implemented recommendations
identified in Report Card
•Developed an evaluation
strategy based on Report Card
indicators
•Developed awareness campaign
based on Report Card messages.
•Issued a joint news release
•Implemented a wide
distribution strategy aimed at
provincial elected officials
•Launched the provincial
supplement
77. inmotionGoal…
To raise the grade on physical activity
for Saskatchewan children and youth as
reported annually in the Active Healthy
Kids Canada Report Card on Physical
Activity for Children and Youth.
79. The strength of the national Report Card is it’s
credibility & integrity.
To build on this strength and to meet the
evaluation needs of in motion, the
Saskatchewan supplement was positioned as an
extension of the national Report Card process
and remains the property of Active Healthy Kids
Canada.
80. Saskatchewan Supplement Objectives
To advance knowledge on the physical activity patterns and
practices of children & youth in Saskatchewan.
To identify gaps in provincially relevant knowledge and
encourage collaborative efforts to conduct research to fill
knowledge gaps.
To identify opportunities for Saskatchewan research efforts
to contribute to national data.
81. Identify and gather national data
Analyze all data
Synthesize data
Grade assignment
Guide the production and design
Identify research gaps
Identify recommendations
Identify and gather provincial data
Provide provincial data to AHKC
Establish relationship with
provincial researchers
Design and production
Develop and implement a
communication strategy
Develop and implement a
distribution strategy
Develop and implement an
evaluation strategy
84. Distribution
Report Card Supplements were widely distributed with a specific and
personalized “Call to Action” from Saskatchewan in motion.
-All provincial elected officials
-Directors of School Boards
-Principals of schools
-CEO’s and CMO ‘s of all health regions
-Mayors and senior administrators in all Saskatchewan communities
-Sport organizations
-Recreation Departments
-Universities
-Chambers of Commerce
-Leaders, partners and key individuals
85. Call to Action
The call to action for each audience was designed based on the
Saskatchewan in motion solution….
Families, Schools and Communities MUST share responsibility to
ensure Saskatchewan Children & Youth get the required 60 – 90
minutes of physical activity they need EVERY DAY
86. Evaluation Highlights
-All informants responded that the Supplement was most valuable because it provided
Saskatchewan-specific information.
-70% responded that the Supplement provided information that supported their
organizations mandate and policies.
-Almost all reported that they used the Supplement for advocacy purposes. Other uses
included:
-Partnership Building
-Education
-Policy Development
-Program Development
-82% agree that the Supplement is achieving its objective of increasing awareness of the
activity levels of children and youth.
-About half felt the Supplement should be produced every two years, and the other half
suggested every three years.
-There is a strong appetite to develop similar products in other provinces and territories.
-Many respondents were looking for more program ideas associated with the supplement.
87. Next Steps
The Saskatchewan Supplement continues to be a current and
relevant tool for education, advocacy, strategy and message
development in provincial and community initiatives.
The Saskatchewan physical activity research community will work
together to identify opportunities to address research gaps.
The Saskatchewan supplement will be reproduced every three
years.
88. The Active Healthy Kids Canada Report
Card and the Saskatchewan
Supplement provide the evidence and
credible messages that allow me to
speak out with confidence and passion !
Saskatchewan in motion community Champion
89. Developments in Mexico: Background
• Mexico is a middle-income
country that faces
important challenges in
terms of public health.
• The latest data released by
the National Survey of
Health shows that 73% of
deaths in the country are
related to chronic disease
90. Developments in Mexico: Background
• Overweight and obesity rates have
increased dramatically during the past
10 years, especially among young
people.
• The most recent data available
indicate that 26% of children aged 5
to 11 years are overweight or obese.
This proportion marks a 39% increase
compared to the results of the
previous National Survey in 1999.
• It is postulated that Mexican children
and youth are doing 70% less physical
activity than 30 years ago, although
quality data are lacking.
91. • Unfortunately, even though evidence
exists suggesting that physical activity
levels of children and youth have
decreased in Mexico, the current data
available are insufficient and poorly
documented.
• The level of awareness in all levels of
the population about the risk of
unhealthy diets and physical inactivity
is still poor.
• There is no systematic surveillance of
other factors related to physical
activity levels including public policy,
the school system, community
infrastructure and programming, and
the built environment.
Developments in Mexico: Background
92. • CAMBIO (Canada - Mexico
Battling Childhood Obesity) is
a multidisciplinary,
international network of
investigators participating in a
project to enhance research
capacity in the field of
Childhood Obesity in Mexico.
Has been operation since
2007, with important actions
in Mexican reality.
93. • The CAMBIO project has
implemented specific strategies
based on an ecological approach
to allow the problem to be
approached from a multi-level
perspective.
• 1) Development and Delivery of
an Annual Obesity Short-Course,
2) Development of a
Collaborative Program of
Research, 3) Student and Faculty
Exchanges, and 4) Building
Partnerships and Networking.
Working with Active Healthy Kids Canada
94. • Three month stay of a Mexican
CAMBIO member: to work with
Healthy Active Living and Obesity
Research Group (HALO) and Active
Healthy Kids Canada staff.
• Join the Report Card grade
assignment meeting in Toronto.
• To meet those involved in the Report
Card writing process.
• To join AHKC and ParticipACTION
communication meetings (design of
the cover page, tag line, image, key
messages etc).
• Be present for the Report Card
Release in Toronto.
Key Steps Taken:
95. • The submission of a sub-grant proposal through the CAMBIO Project
Grant. “Comprehensive Review of the Evidence Available to Inform the
Development of a Report Card on the Physical Activity of Mexican Children
and Youth¨.
• The submission of GHRI Grant for holders of Teasdale Corti Team Grants
and Global Health Leadership Awards.
96. Expected Results
• Mexican society will be provided with an
organization to provide advocacy, guidance and
leadership, on issues related to physical activity
among children and youth.
• A surveillance tool for monitoring the opportunities
given to children and youth to have a healthy.
• More knowledge relating to physical activity in
Mexican children and youth will be communicated.
• Awareness among key stakeholders about the
importance of physical activity will be increased.
• Data and research production relating to physical
activity in the country will be increased.
• Major gap areas for research and surveillance will
be identified.
97. Mexican Indicators
• Levels of physical activity
in children and youth.
• Public policies at federal
and state level.
• School opportunities.
• Community
infrastructure.
• Programming and built
environment.
98. Main Data Sources Consulted
• Journal articles published recently at national and
international level (via database and direct library searching).
• Data from national and international surveys (The National
Survey of Health and Nutrition).
• Unpublished documents such as theses or local surveys.
• Data collected from current programs carried out in Mexico
(Coca-cola and Pepsi programs in public schools, CAMBIO
projects).
• Government documents of public policies and built
environments.
99. Preliminary Results
DATA BASE:
• 44 Journal articles related to physical activity levels in children
and youth.
• 21 Journal articles related to school opportunities.
OTHER SOURCES:
• Public policies:
– The National Law in Sports and Physical Culture.
– 32 State Law in Sport and Physical Culture.
– The National Plan in Sport and Physical Culture (CONADE).
– 32 State Plans in Sport and Physical Culture.
100. Challenges and Next Steps
• Lack of published data.
• Establishment of Active Healthy Kids Mexico.
• Establish a Staff Work Group for Active Healthy Kids
Mexico (leader, project coordinator, research
specialists, communication specialist).
• Establish a multi-disciplinary Board of Directors to
govern Active Healthy Kids Mexico and provide advice
and direction for the report card project.
• Establish a multi-disciplinary Mexican Research
Work Group to deliberate, review, discuss and
grade the Report Card indicators.
• Key partnerships (delivery and funding)
101. Next Steps
• Finish the comprehensive review.
• Analyze data.
• Write the Report Card.
• Establish the non-governmental
organization (AHKM).
• Establish the Research Group.
• Establish the Multidisciplinary
Group.
• Funding.
102. activehealthykids.ca
Discussion Areas
• Interest to adapt to the Report Card model in your
jurisdiction.
• How to translate recommendations into action in
your jurisdiction.
• Interest to develop a Report Card across a number of
countries assessing some common indicators
internationally.
Editor's Notes
Research team members contribute comprehensive data reports, and additional information is gathered from the field yielding a review of the current research in all indicator areas. The information is discussed at length by the team to determine grade assignments and other experts are accessed by the team to support the development of the Report Card.
Rach – bullet 2 is from NLSCY and SHAPE in a simplified bullet, you can reference the research gap here as well
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Gender disparities: 20% of boys aged 5-10 and 15% of boys aged 11-14 are meeting the guidelines. By contrast, only 5% of adolescent girls are meeting the guideline
*Nunavut – the percent of children and youth in Nunavut meeting the guideline is not able to be determined due to the small sample size. Data shows that the average number of steps taken by children and youth in Nunavut is 13,012 as compared to the national average of 11,698 steps. CFLRI
This graph also examines the proportion of children achieving 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity per day, which is roughly equivalent to 13,500 steps per day. One reason for this approach is to harmonize with international guidelines for physical activity in children and youth. Another reason is simply to better understand our physical inactivity crisis in Canada. When so few are meeting the guideline (12%), it is worthwhile knowing how many are getting close. The most recent data available indicates that 31% of children and youth are accumulating 60 minutes of physical activity per day on top of incidental movement. This suggests that the majority of Canadian children and youth are falling far short of the international guidelines as well.
References:
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High screen time is associated with reduced academic achievement and sleep, as well as high-risk behaviours, such as smoking, drinking and sexual intercourse.
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