Annual Meeting session · 1.5 CECs

Prioritizing Inclusivity in Youth Physical Activity Programs

This course focuses on enhancing accessibility and participation in sports and physical activities among children and adolescents. Speakers will explore strategies to create inclusive environments that accommodate diverse abilities, backgrounds, and identities. Key topics include identifying and…

About this course

This course focuses on enhancing accessibility and participation in sports and physical activities among children and adolescents. Speakers will explore strategies to create inclusive environments that accommodate diverse abilities, backgrounds, and identities. Key topics include identifying and removing barriers to participation, promoting positive attitudes towards diversity, and implementing practical solutions to ensure equitable access for all youth. Through case studies, interactive discussions, and best practices, attendees will gain insights into adapting activities, fostering a sense of belonging, and empowering youth to thrive in physical activities. Ultimately, the course aims to equip educators, coaches, and program leaders with tools to foster inclusive spaces where every young person can engage fully, benefitting from improved physical health, social integration, and personal development. The course also aims to increase awareness for physicians or health-related professionals of resources for their communities.

What you will learn

  • Participants will learn to recognize and analyze common barriers that prevent diverse youth populations from participating fully in physical activity programs
  • Attendees will gain practical skills in adapting sports and physical activitie s to accommodate varying abilities, backgrounds, and identities, promoting inclusivity and participation among all youth
  • Educators, coaches, and program leaders will explore techniques for fostering a supportive environment that celebrates diversity, enhances social cohesion, and encourages positive attitudes towards inclusivity in youth sports and physical activities

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