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It’s International Day of Sport for Development and Peace this Sunday, with 2025’s theme all about Levelling the Playing Field: Sport for Social Inclusion. This year, IDSDP is aiming to challenge stereotypes, bridge barriers and transcend boundaries. Inclusion is at the core of what we do and here are just some of our case studies that have helped give underrepresented groups access to sport and physical activity across Sussex. Read all the case studies in full at: https://ow.ly/ov6l50Vuwkj #GettingSussexMoving #Sussex #ActivePartnerships #SportWelfare #Sport #Development #Peace #Inclusion Age UK Brighton & Hove City Council Project Rewild CIC NHS Sussex

🎉 This Sunday coming is the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace – a chance to reflect on the power of sport to bring people together and create real change. At Active Sussex, tackling inequality is a part of all that we do. Whether it’s through our work in schools, with community groups, or in partnership with local organisations, we are committed to making physical activity accessible for everyone – regardless of background or ability. 🧐 If you’re a local sport provider, it’s a great time to explore how your work aligns with the Sport for Development Coalition’s #OpenGoal framework and discover how small actions can create long-term change. 👉 Find out more about the day and what you can do to support it at: https://ow.ly/1pFh50Vt2Nk #GettingSussexMoving #Sussex #ActivePartnerships #SportWelfare #Sport #Development #Peace #Inclusion

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🏆 The Quality Start Award recognises and rewards schools for their commitment to PE, school sport, and promoting healthy, active lifestyles among Key Stage 1 students. Schools self-assess against set criteria and can achieve Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum or Platinum Plus status. Applications are then validated by the Quality Start team, with successful schools receiving a certificate, logo and glass plaque, which will be valid for two years. 🧐 This is a chance to reflect on your school’s PE curriculum, celebrate your achievements, and demonstrate the value of PE and sport in the early years – a crucial stage for building confidence, enjoyment, and lifelong habits around physical activity. Applications for the 2024–25 academic year open on April 21 and close on May 16. 👉 Find out more and apply: https://ow.ly/2ZVu50Vt2fA #GettingSussexMoving #Sussex #ActivePartnerships #SportWelfare #Awards #PhysicalEducation #Sport

Join our Trustee Board – Help shape the future of health and wellbeing in Sussex. Are you passionate about promoting physical activity and sport? Do you want to make a real difference in your community? We are seeking a qualified accountant to join our board of trustees and help drive our mission forward. As a trustee, you will: ✔ Set the strategic direction of our charity ✔ Support initiatives that encourage active lifestyles ✔ Help plan for the charity’s long-term funding streams Join a team of dedicated trustees working to improve health and wellbeing across Sussex. Apply now and be part of the change! View the recruitment pack at: https://ow.ly/JNrt50VsrB1 Want to know more? Contact chair@activesussex.org #GettingSussexMoving #Sussex #ActivePartnerships #Trustee

🧠 April is Stress Awareness Month – an opportunity for the sport and physical activity sector to reflect not only on our own mental wellbeing, but also how we support those taking part in our sessions. Physical activity and movement can play a powerful role in managing stress. As coaches, instructors and activity providers, the small moments we create and the services we provide can have a lasting impact. 👏 Let’s keep working together to build environments where everyone feels safe, supported, and able to move in a way that works for them. #GettingSussexMoving #Sussex #ActivePartnerships #SportWelfare #StressAwarenessMonth #MentalHealth #Sport

Earlier this month, girls from eight Brighton & Hove schools came together for the second This Girl Can Be Inspired event 💪 Held at the 1st Central County Ground, the day gave students space to speak openly about the barriers they face in getting active such as PE kit, confidence, and menstrual health. Former international rugby player Manjinder Nagra shared her story, encouraging girls to back themselves and find their place in sport 🏉 Workshops throughout the day provided practical ideas for schools and staff to better support girls in PE, sport and physical activity and created opportunities for youth voice to shape future action. For those working in education, sport or community activity, this is a clear reminder of how vital it is to listen, adapt, and act on what girls are telling us. 👉 Read more about the day and what’s next for girls’ sport in Brighton & Hove at: https://ow.ly/5way50VqhRO #GettingSussexMoving #Sussex #ActivePartnerships #SportWelfare #Sport #Inclusion #WomenInSport

🚨 Join UK Coaching’s free Virtual Partner Event on Tuesday, April 9, 12.30–2pm to explore their upgraded membership offer. There are resources to support coaches at every level – including Coaching Conversation videos, practical guides, and skill-building activities. Premium members also get access to the brand-new Learning Zone. This event is ideal for coaching organisations, clubs, and partners supporting workforce development across sport and physical activity. ❗️ Don’t miss out on this chance to see what’s new and how it can support your work. 👉 Book now: https://ow.ly/6XXq50VpLFw #GettingSussexMoving #Sussex #ActivePartnerships #SportWelfare #Coaching #Sport #Safeguarding

The equivalent of 500 million football shirts end up in landfill every year. That’s why Green Football's Great Save was set up. Running from March 11 to April 2, with fans, clubs and footballers encouraged to pass on, sell or reuse their kit to prevent it going to landfill. Initiatives like this help the environment and gives families access to cheaper kit, helping to make sport more inclusive. Smarter Uniforms C. I. C. are a Brighton-based organisation who provide secondhand school uniform, sports kits and shoes, saving local families over £12,000 in 2024 alone. To read more about the importance of their work, and how your organisation can help, visit: https://ow.ly/wwK650VoK83 #GettingSussexMoving #Sussex #ActivePartnerships #SportWelfare #GreatSave