The document introduces a keynote panel on the relationship between sport and development/social change. It provides brief biographies of the four panelists: Detlef Dumon from the International Council of Sport Science and Physical Education; Usha Selvaraju from the International Platform on Sport and Development; Dr. John Sugden from the University of Brighton's Football for Peace program; and Eric Dienes from the United Nations Office on Sport for Development and Peace.
The document discusses a program called DISCUSS that aims to promote cultural understanding and develop youth through soccer. DISCUSS is a two-way exchange program between the US and China focused on increasing partnerships in soccer. The goals are to train Chinese soccer coaches, educate on youth sports management, and create dialogue between the countries. The program brings together groups from the US and China to share best practices in developing soccer programs for both male and female youth.
Beyond Sport is a global organization that uses sport to promote social change. It does this through award programs, summits, and connecting with over 700 organizations around the world using sport for social innovation. An innovative practice it has identified is programs that generate their own funding, such as through selling sanitary pads or starting a gym/internet cafe, rather than relying solely on donations. This allows programs to become independently sustainable. Examples provided are Moving the Goalposts in Kenya, which sells pads, and Boxgirls in Germany/Africa, which started a cafe and offers workshops. Fund-generating practices are praised for allowing independence from sponsorship and creating job skills.
The document proposes a methodology to assess the impact of Street Soccer USA on effecting positive life changes among the homeless using Sport for Development Theory. A content analysis of SSUSA documents found alignment with the theory's components. A 3-phase methodology is outlined involving continued analysis of existing SSUSA data, assessment of impacts from a specific event, and ongoing mixed-methods data collection. The goal is to build SSUSA's capacity for ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
The document outlines an evaluation of the Shape the Community Sport Development Program in Trinidad and Tobago. It provides background on the need for the program to address issues like crime, obesity, and lack of sport opportunities. The program was piloted in Point Fortin and offered sports in schools. An evaluation collaboration between the Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee, University of Trinidad and Tobago, and Commonwealth Games Canada aimed to determine the program's impact, identify areas for improvement, and ensure goals were achieved sustainably. Initial results found participation increased but challenges included the complexity of large-scale evaluation. Lessons centered on clear goal setting and involving stakeholders in planning and implementation.
The document introduces a keynote panel on the relationship between sport and development/social change. It provides brief biographies of the four panelists: Detlef Dumon from the International Council of Sport Science and Physical Education; Usha Selvaraju from the International Platform on Sport and Development; Dr. John Sugden from the University of Brighton's Football for Peace program; and Eric Dienes from the United Nations Office on Sport for Development and Peace.
The document discusses a program called DISCUSS that aims to promote cultural understanding and develop youth through soccer. DISCUSS is a two-way exchange program between the US and China focused on increasing partnerships in soccer. The goals are to train Chinese soccer coaches, educate on youth sports management, and create dialogue between the countries. The program brings together groups from the US and China to share best practices in developing soccer programs for both male and female youth.
Beyond Sport is a global organization that uses sport to promote social change. It does this through award programs, summits, and connecting with over 700 organizations around the world using sport for social innovation. An innovative practice it has identified is programs that generate their own funding, such as through selling sanitary pads or starting a gym/internet cafe, rather than relying solely on donations. This allows programs to become independently sustainable. Examples provided are Moving the Goalposts in Kenya, which sells pads, and Boxgirls in Germany/Africa, which started a cafe and offers workshops. Fund-generating practices are praised for allowing independence from sponsorship and creating job skills.
The document proposes a methodology to assess the impact of Street Soccer USA on effecting positive life changes among the homeless using Sport for Development Theory. A content analysis of SSUSA documents found alignment with the theory's components. A 3-phase methodology is outlined involving continued analysis of existing SSUSA data, assessment of impacts from a specific event, and ongoing mixed-methods data collection. The goal is to build SSUSA's capacity for ongoing monitoring and evaluation.
The document outlines an evaluation of the Shape the Community Sport Development Program in Trinidad and Tobago. It provides background on the need for the program to address issues like crime, obesity, and lack of sport opportunities. The program was piloted in Point Fortin and offered sports in schools. An evaluation collaboration between the Trinidad and Tobago Olympic Committee, University of Trinidad and Tobago, and Commonwealth Games Canada aimed to determine the program's impact, identify areas for improvement, and ensure goals were achieved sustainably. Initial results found participation increased but challenges included the complexity of large-scale evaluation. Lessons centered on clear goal setting and involving stakeholders in planning and implementation.