Power of Sport and Physical Activity Conference

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Power of Sport and Physical Activity Conference

Join us to celebrate 10 years since Glasgow 2014 and learn about the power of sport and physical activity to positively change lives.

By Spirit of 2012

Date and time

Wed, 5 Jun 2024 09:30 - 16:00 GMT+1

Location

Easterhouse Sports Centre

Easterhouse Sports Centre Glasgow G34 9PQ United Kingdom

Agenda

9:30 AM

Registration and Refreshments

10:00 AM

Welcome to the Power of Sport and Physical Activity Conference

Ruth Hollis, CEO of Sprit of 2012

10:15 AM

Welcome to Easterhouse

Steven McLaren, Chair of Easterhouse Community Sport Hub

10:30 AM

Keynote speaker

Maree Todd MSP

Keynote Speech from Maree Todd MSP, Minister for Social Care, Wellbeing and Sport

10:45 AM

Exchanging and Sharing Knowledge Part 1

Actify

Evaluation Support Scotland

Hear from Actify and Evaluation Support Scotland on how you can learn, share and connect throughout the day.

11:00 AM

We are Changing Lives

Scottish Sports Futures

Hear from Scottish Sports Futures on how they use sport and physical activity to change the lives of young people and their families.

12:00 PM

The Impact of Glasgow 2014

University of the West of Scotland

A presentation from the University of the West of Scotland on polling people in Scotland on their memories and views on the benefits of Glasgow 2014.

12:15 PM - 1:10 PM

Lunch, Active Play and Walk Round Easterhouse

1:15 PM

The Impact of Glasgow 2014 Panel Discussion

Tim Smith, Spirit of 2012 Trustee

Mor Diversity

Glasgow Life

University of the West of Scotland

Hear from panel chair Tim Smith, Spirit of 2012 Trustee, and Mor Diversity, Glasgow Life, University of the West of Scotland and Visit Scotland on the impact of Glasgow 2014.

2:15 PM

Breakout Sessions

Actify

Evaluation Support Scotland

Inspiring Scotland

Spirit of 2012

Breakout 1: Exchanging and sharing knowledge by Actify and Evaluation Support Scotland. Breakout 2: Sport and active play in the community by Inspiring Scotland. Breakout 3: The impact of sporting...

3:15 PM

Volunteering in Sport

Celia Tennant, CEO of Inspiring Scotland

Hear from Inspiring Scotland CEO, Celia Tennant on her passion as a volunteer cycle coach for children and young people.

3:30 PM

Exchanging and Sharing Knowledge Part 2

Actify

Evaluation Support Scotland

Hear Actify and Evaluation Support Scotland feedback from the day and what’s next.

3:45 PM

Keynote Speaker

Forbes Dunlop, CEO of sportscotland

Keynote speech from Forbes Dunlop, CEO of sportscotland.

4:00 PM

Thank You and Goodbye

Kevin Pringle, CEO of Basketball Scotland

Closing speech by Kevin Pringle, CEO of Basketball Scotland

About this event

  • 6 hours 30 minutes

Welcome to the Power of Sport and Physical Activity Conference happening on Wed Jun 05 2024 at 09:30 AM at the Easterhouse Sports Centre! Join us for the Power of Sport & Physical Activity Conference, a collaborative effort by the Scottish sporting system and supporters of the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games legacy. Together, we aim to enact positive change through sport and physical activity, leveraging our expertise and influence to inspire others in the field.

Discover how sport and physical activity can transform lives and communities while exploring the legacy of major events like the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games. We seek to foster a culture of learning within the sport and physical activity sector, maximising the impact of community-based programmes and events.

We believe in the transformative power of sport and physical activity programmes and events.This conference brings together experts and stakeholders from various backgrounds, including sport, public health, education, and major events, to exchange insights on leveraging sport and physical activity for positive change. As we celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2014, we aim to deepen our understanding of its impact and legacy.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative dialogue shaping the future of sport and physical activity. Register now to secure your spot at the Power of Sport & Physical Activity Conference. Please note, due to venue capacity, tickets are strictly limited to 2 tickets per organisation.

For more information about the Conference and what to expect, click here: https://actify.org.uk/powerofsport

Frequently asked questions

Is there a ticket limit?

Yes, tickets are limited to 2 tickets per organisation.

Is there a cost to attend?

No, this conference is free to attend as long as you have a ticket.

Is the venue accessibility friendly?

Yes, Easterhouse Sports Centre is on ground level throughout with good wheelchair access. If you have any access requirements please let us know through the Eventbrite registration form. A quiet space will also be available on the day. Contact us if you have any queries.

How can I get there?

There are regular trains from Glasgow Queen Street throughout the day with journeys taking around 16 minutes. The X19, 60 and 60A are regular buses from Glasgow city centre to Easterhouse. There are safe spaces to store your bike if you want to cycle.

Is there parking available?

Yes, there is car parking on-site as well as on street next to the centre - although we do encourage active travel to our conference.

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Spirit of 2012

Spirit of 2012 was established as an independent Trust by the National Lottery Community Fund in 2013 to build on the legacy of the London 2012 Games. We do this by funding projects and research that enable people to participate in a wide variety of activities from physical activity to the arts and volunteering, and focus on evaluation to fully understand why and how taking part can make people feel better and more connected to their communities.

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