Australian Inclusion Group’s Post

With a summer full of sporting events, it's important to think about how we can make them more accessible for persons with #disabilities. At the same time, we must also consider the positive impact of inclusive physical activities on our communities' well-being. 👉 Learn more about this with our Executive Director's reflection on this subject at Social Europe: https://shorturl.at/f5cjv

Exploring Disability Representation in English Football Leadership 🚀⚽ I’m excited to share that we are conducting funded research aimed at exploring the lived experiences of disabled people working in managerial, senior leadership, and governance roles across English football. This research project, led by Dr Stefan Lawrence at Leeds Beckett University, seeks to highlight the stories of individuals who have carved out successful careers off the pitch. While there is growing research on disability inclusion in football, there remains a significant gap when it comes to understanding the experiences of disabled people working in leadership roles within the sport. We want to hear from you about your journey, your career progression, and your insights on creating a more inclusive environment for all. 🔍 Who should participate? We’re looking for men and women with a disability who work at a managerial, administrative, or governance level within English football, either as part of the formal institutions of the game or as associated staff. 🎯 What will your participation involve? A 30-90 minute interview where you share your experiences, career trajectory, and recommendations for enhancing inclusion within football’s professional and leadership landscape. Your contributions will be anonymised and play a crucial role in shaping future diversity strategies for the sport. 📢 Interested? Know someone who might be? Please reach out to Dr Stefan Lawrence at Stefan.lawrence@leedsbeckett.ac.uk or connect with me directly through LinkedIn. Your insights could help shape the future of English football by promoting a more inclusive environment for everyone. Thank you for helping us tackle football’s disability blind spot! 💪 #Inclusion #DisabilityAwareness #Football #Research #Leadership

It’s great to see Empathy being taught to the next generation—a trait that is often underrated in today's fast-paced world. Empathy is not just about understanding others; it’s about feeling their experiences, stepping into their shoes, and making meaningful connections. Happy to see initiatives from the Singapore Disability Sports Council (SDSC) bringing down ex-national players to share their experiences and teach empathy through sports. What a fantastic way to educate the next generation, not only about competition and teamwork, but also about understanding the diverse challenges others face. Sports can be a powerful tool to foster compassion and inclusivity. Let's continue to build a world where empathy is as valued as any other skill. 👏 #Empathy #Education #SportsForGood #Inclusion #NextGeneration #Lifeskills #DisabilityInclusion

🤔 Did you know that 87 million EU citizens with disabilities face significant barriers to sports participation? 🏋️♀️ With extra costs averaging €583/month, only 2.5% participate in Italy vs 21.7% in Denmark. 🌍 EU’s €11 million Sport 4 Empowerment programme aims to change this! How can we create truly inclusive sports environments? Read the first part of our trilogy to making sports truly inclusive for all... https://lnkd.in/dz3CCK5E 💬 What’s your experience with inclusive sports programs? Share in comments below! Academy of Entrepreneurship (AKEP.EU) InnoEUsphere T-hap #InclusiveSports #EUInitiatives #Disability #SocialInclusion #ErasmusPlus #SportForAll #AccessibleEurope #EUFunding

🌍On #HumanRightsDay, it’s vital to reflect on the profound role #sport and #physicalactivity play in fostering equality, inclusion, and human dignity. ⚽ Sport is more than a game—it’s a universal language that breaks barriers, bridges divides, and unites communities. It’s a platform where everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or ability, can participate, thrive, and celebrate their humanity. 🔹 #Inclusion: Sport has the power to include marginalised groups, giving them a voice and place on the global stage. 🔹 #Empowerment: From the young girl lacing up her first pair of cleats to the adaptive athlete defying expectations, sport inspires confidence and self-belief. 🔹 #Wellbeing: Physical activity is essential for mental and physical health, a fundamental human right that supports our collective ability to live with dignity. On this day, let’s advocate for policies that ensure safe spaces for children to play, programs for adaptive and inclusive sports, and equal opportunities for women and minorities in athletics. 💬 How do you see sport and physical activity contributing to human rights in your community? #IOCLearningSprint #HumanRightsDay #SportForAll #InclusionThroughSport #PhysicalActivityMatters #Equality #Inclusion #Humandignity

When it comes to inclusion are sports really that inclusive? Do they actually "talk the walk"? Close to 2,500 mentions of "inclusion" or "inclusive" through 2023 on Facebook equates to 1.42% of the total content published. Is this where it needs to be? We’ve taken a look at how 550 sports administrators at a state or national level representing over 90 governing bodies, peak organisations, government agencies and sector stakeholders talked about this key topic through 2023. Takeaways….. For some of our sample group being inclusive is a key feature of their design and this is borne out in the huge percentage of their content that talks about this space. The whole idea of Blind Sports Australia , Sport Inclusion Australia , Rebound WA , Sporting Wheelies , Wheelchair Sports NSW/ACT , Disability Sport & Recreation , Disability Sports Australia , Physical Disability Sports Tasmania , Special Olympics , Deaf Sports Australia is to make sure that anyone who wants to participate in sport is not left behind. But what about everyone else? Hat-tip to Tenpin Bowling Australia , Bocce Australia and Baseball Australia along with theirrespective state or territory organisations for having a red-hot go.

As we celebrate the unifying power of sports, let's reflect on the equal impact of disability sports and able-body sports. Both showcase incredible athleticism, determination, and passion. Disability sports break barriers, inspire, and showcase the strength of the human spirit. They deserve as much recognition and support as able-body sports. Inclusivity and diversity in sports enrich communities and promote understanding. Athletes with disabilities show us that dedication knows no bounds. Their achievements are a testament to resilience and hard work. Let's appreciate the skill and talent in all forms of sports, regardless of ability. Disability sports challenge perceptions and highlight the beauty of sportsmanship. The impact of both types of sports is profound, shaping a more inclusive society. #Sportsmanship #Inclusivity #EqualRecognition #DisabilitySports #AbleBodySports #Athleticism #Determination #Passion #BreakingBarriers #Inspiration #Community #Resilience #DiversityInSports #Dedication #SupportAllSports Crickky.com

There are many ways to celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day and create awareness of digital access and inclusion. Attend any event promoted on the official #GAAD site: https://lnkd.in/gyUmDaGX #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay #DigitalAccess #Accessibility #Inclusion #Disabilities

Did you know 76% of disabled people want to be more active, but many face barriers that hold them back? This presents a challenge, and a chance, for the sports industry to step up. With 16% of the global population identifying as disabled, this is also a massive opportunity for brands to drive change, whilst connecting with a community that holds substantial spending power. Today is the UN's International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and we’re taking a moment to celebrate the achievements of people with disabilities, and reflecting on the incredible legacy of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. At MATTA, we believe every little step counts—whether that’s inclusive casting in campaigns, creating opportunities for people with disabilities on your team, learning about disabled sports, or simply showing up to support athletes with disabilities at sporting events (the image below is of our very own Marina Logacheva competing in the National Paracycling Series UK 🌟 ). Let’s rethink how we use our marketing and CSR budgets to champion sport inclusion, celebrate diversity, and create a world where everyone belongs. Every action moves us closer to a more inclusive society. #IDPWD #inclusion #paralympics #paracycling #sports #accessibility

Sharing videos of Paralympic athletes with inspirational quotes are great, but please don't forget them after the event; next time you visit a coffee shop, use a public transport or public restroom think about whether that Paralympic athlete would be able to access it and take necessary action to make it accessible; even just telling the owner/authority to make it accessible will be of immense help. #Paralympics #disability #accessibility