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Disability Inclusion and Accessibility in Sports Clubs
Why Is Sport Inclusion and Accessibility Important in Sports Clubs?
Approximately 1 in 6 (18%, or 4.4 million) people in Australia have disability. For people with disability, taking part in inclusive sport and recreation offers positive social and health outcomes. An inclusive environment at sports clubs can help make them become safe and welcoming spaces for your local community.
Benefits of Sport Inclusion for People With Disability
Offers the chance to enjoy the same physical, mental, and social benefits from participating in sport and physical activity as those without disability.
Provides a space where communication, teamwork, and leadership skills can be built upon and strengthened in a fun and engaging way.
Can help break down social and cultural stigmas or barriers for people with disability and create change within local communities.
The Journey to Inclusion for Your Sports Club Is Simple. Here’s How to Get Started
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Register and Take Our Inclusion Check-in Survey.
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Discover Our Award-Winning Inclusive Sports Training.
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Make a Difference in Your Club.
Here Are Five Things Sports Clubs Can Do Today to Make Their Club a More Inclusive Place.
5. Get your club involved. Kickstart your inclusion journey by registering to take part in Sport4All’s inclusive sports program.
Hear From Our Community.
“Inclusive sport matters because it can be a big step to approach a sporting club when you want to get back into or begin a new sport. If it’s handled well and people are welcomed and included, it can have a significant positive impact on a person’s life and wellbeing. An inclusive sporting organisation would be one that actively promotes inclusion and accessibility both to people with a disability and to regular members.”
– Mike Rolls (GSA Associate and an avid golfer)
