Increasing the participation of girls and young women
in physical activity and sport
WORKSHOP INVITATION
On the Move is a national initiative to increase opportunities for inactive girls and young women (ages 9-18) to participate in sport and physical activity. On the Move is coordinated by CAAWS, the Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity.
During this interactive, issue-based On the Move Workshop, participants will:
Learn about the national On the Move initiative, CAAWS, and other exciting initiatives, such as Aboriginal Girls On the Move.
Discuss the value of physical activity and sport for girls and young women, and the barriers they confront to their participation.
Hear about best practices, successes and challenges from your community, and others across the country.
Discover practical tips and program ideas to engage inactive girls and young women and create positive programs that support their participation.
Network with individuals and community organizations, and discuss collaboration and local action to enhance existing programs or plan something new.
Practitioners, policy makers and volunteers involved in the sport, physical activity, health, education and social service sectors are invited to attend – e.g. municipal recreation staff, coaches, health promoters, teachers, school administrators, staff from friendship centres or settlement agencies, and parents. Workshop participants will receive a complimentary copy of the On the Move Handbook and other CAAWS resources.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 24, 2010 1:00pm-4:00pm
WHERE: Bible Hill Fire Hall, 69 Pictou Rd, Bible Hill, Nova Scotia
COST: FREE!
R.S.V.P. to: Matt Pryde, Fundy Active Communities Coordinator
Phone: 902-896-2200 E-mail: matthew.pryde@gov.ns.ca
Registration deadline is March 17, 2010
About the Workshop Facilitator
Tammy Feltmate is the Active Living Coordinator with the Municipality of the County of Antigonish. Tammy believes strongly that to address the epidemic of physical inactivity in our community there is a need to work collaboratively to create inclusive physical activity programs and positive environments that address the unique needs, interests and experiences of girls and young women. Tammy lives in Pomquet, Antigonish County.
For more information about CAAWS and On the Move visit www.caaws.ca.
On the Move Workshops have been made possible through a financial contribution from the
Public Health Agency of Canada.
