Activity Alliance
@activityalliance.bsky.social
We are a national charity and the leading voice for disabled people in sports and activities.
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Our vision is a future where all disabled people feel they belong in sports and activities. We will improve opportunities to be active, empowering disabled people to get involved in sport and activities in the way they choose. More about us here: www.activityalliance.org.uk youtu.be/GpG2QbqUuD8?...
Today, Sport England has published the latest results from the Active Lives Children and Young People Survey for the academic year 2024-25. Over 130,000 pupils in Years 1-11 (aged 5-16) and their parents, took part in the survey. Here's our response: www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10309-o...
Our response to Active Lives Children and Young People Survey 2024-25
Sport England has published the latest results from the Active Lives Children and Young People Survey for the academic year 2024-25.
www.activityalliance.org.uk
December 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Today, Sport England has published the latest results from the Active Lives Children and Young People Survey for the academic year 2024-25. Over 130,000 pupils in Years 1-11 (aged 5-16) and their parents, took part in the survey. Here's our response: www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10309-o...
Yesterday we started a movement to change lives. Whether you’re part of a grassroots club, national body, charity, or public sector organisation, you can play your part in building a future where everyone feels they belong. Add your voice to the alliance: www.activityalliance.org.uk/get-involved...
December 4, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Yesterday we started a movement to change lives. Whether you’re part of a grassroots club, national body, charity, or public sector organisation, you can play your part in building a future where everyone feels they belong. Add your voice to the alliance: www.activityalliance.org.uk/get-involved...
We 100% agree with @getyrselfactive.bsky.social. Let's create a future where all disabled people feel like they belong in sports and activities! #WeAllBelong #IDDP2025
We're proud to be supporting @activityalliance.bsky.social's #WeAllBelong campaign this International Day of Disabled People.
Everyone should feel we belong in sports and activities - physical activity is a right, not a luxury! #IDDP
Everyone should feel we belong in sports and activities - physical activity is a right, not a luxury! #IDDP
December 3, 2025 at 2:47 PM
We 100% agree with @getyrselfactive.bsky.social. Let's create a future where all disabled people feel like they belong in sports and activities! #WeAllBelong #IDDP2025
Thanks to @activecornwall.bsky.social for posting this today and championing inclusion. It’s great to see people creating spaces where disabled people feel welcomed and supported. #WeAllBelong #IDDP2025
We’re joining @activityalliance.bsky.social on #InternationalDayOfDisabledPeople, raising awareness of the importance of creating a future where people with disabilities experience equal opportunity. We’ve added #ReciteMe Accessibility Tool to our website - take a look at www.activecornwall.org
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December 3, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Thanks to @activecornwall.bsky.social for posting this today and championing inclusion. It’s great to see people creating spaces where disabled people feel welcomed and supported. #WeAllBelong #IDDP2025
It's International Day of Disabled People and we're really excited to launch our supporter scheme. Sign up and help us create a future where all disabled people feel they belong in sports and activities: www.activityalliance.org.uk/get-involved... #WeAllBelong #IDDP2025
December 3, 2025 at 10:58 AM
It's International Day of Disabled People and we're really excited to launch our supporter scheme. Sign up and help us create a future where all disabled people feel they belong in sports and activities: www.activityalliance.org.uk/get-involved... #WeAllBelong #IDDP2025
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This International Day of Disabled People, we’re reminded that disability justice is deeply connected to every other fight for equity.
Our struggles connect us. Our solidarity is our strength! 💥
#IDDP
Our struggles connect us. Our solidarity is our strength! 💥
#IDDP
December 3, 2025 at 10:22 AM
This International Day of Disabled People, we’re reminded that disability justice is deeply connected to every other fight for equity.
Our struggles connect us. Our solidarity is our strength! 💥
#IDDP
Our struggles connect us. Our solidarity is our strength! 💥
#IDDP
Disability Sports Organisations and charities are a fantastic resource for many disabled people who want to be more active. They are belonging in action, providing advice, support, and opportunities for disabled people in sport and activity. www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10294-d...
December 2, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Disability Sports Organisations and charities are a fantastic resource for many disabled people who want to be more active. They are belonging in action, providing advice, support, and opportunities for disabled people in sport and activity. www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10294-d...
We’re running an exciting campaign in December to celebrate belonging in action. We’d love everyone to get involved. That could be just sharing our social posts with friends, colleagues and family, or sharing your own story of belonging and inclusion. www.activityalliance.org.uk/get-involved...
December 1, 2025 at 5:22 PM
We’re running an exciting campaign in December to celebrate belonging in action. We’d love everyone to get involved. That could be just sharing our social posts with friends, colleagues and family, or sharing your own story of belonging and inclusion. www.activityalliance.org.uk/get-involved...
It's 30 years since the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA). Here, our Vice President, one of the UK's leading specialists on disability matters, Phil Friend OBE, talks openly about his life and experiences at 80 years old. www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10288-d...
December 1, 2025 at 1:48 PM
It's 30 years since the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA). Here, our Vice President, one of the UK's leading specialists on disability matters, Phil Friend OBE, talks openly about his life and experiences at 80 years old. www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10288-d...
This week is #IDDP2025 and a year since we launched our strategy – #Weallbelong. We'll be sharing amazing examples of belonging in action and we'd love you to do the same. We’re also excited to launch a supporter scheme! Check our channels on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook this week for details.
December 1, 2025 at 10:19 AM
This week is #IDDP2025 and a year since we launched our strategy – #Weallbelong. We'll be sharing amazing examples of belonging in action and we'd love you to do the same. We’re also excited to launch a supporter scheme! Check our channels on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook this week for details.
Our response to today's #Budget by Sarah Brown-Fraser, Head of Communications and Policy.
"In a challenging economic climate, we were disappointed that today’s Budget did not draw upon the huge value in people being active, especially disabled people."
www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10281-a...
"In a challenging economic climate, we were disappointed that today’s Budget did not draw upon the huge value in people being active, especially disabled people."
www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10281-a...
Activity Alliance responds to the 2025 Budget
We respond to the Chancellor of the Exchequer's winter Budget.
www.activityalliance.org.uk
November 26, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Our response to today's #Budget by Sarah Brown-Fraser, Head of Communications and Policy.
"In a challenging economic climate, we were disappointed that today’s Budget did not draw upon the huge value in people being active, especially disabled people."
www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10281-a...
"In a challenging economic climate, we were disappointed that today’s Budget did not draw upon the huge value in people being active, especially disabled people."
www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10281-a...
On 3 Dec we’re marking International Day of Disabled People by launching a new campaign that champions belonging in action.
Let's celebrate a future where all disabled people feel they belong in sports and activities.
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook to join in.
#WeAllBelong #IDDP2025
Let's celebrate a future where all disabled people feel they belong in sports and activities.
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook to join in.
#WeAllBelong #IDDP2025
November 26, 2025 at 1:48 PM
On 3 Dec we’re marking International Day of Disabled People by launching a new campaign that champions belonging in action.
Let's celebrate a future where all disabled people feel they belong in sports and activities.
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook to join in.
#WeAllBelong #IDDP2025
Let's celebrate a future where all disabled people feel they belong in sports and activities.
Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook to join in.
#WeAllBelong #IDDP2025
Youth Sport Trust has launched its Class of 2035 Report, warning that unless urgent action is taken to increase physical activity among children, this generation faces poorer health, lower happiness and reduced life chances in the next decade and beyond. www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10275-y...
Youth Sport Trust report warns of health crisis facing Class of 2035
Youth Sport Trust launches national health commission in response to alarming trends in children’s physical activity.
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November 25, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Youth Sport Trust has launched its Class of 2035 Report, warning that unless urgent action is taken to increase physical activity among children, this generation faces poorer health, lower happiness and reduced life chances in the next decade and beyond. www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10275-y...
We've joined forces with @activepartnerships.bsky.social, @cimspa.co.uk, @sport-england-se.bsky.social and @ukcoaching.bsky.social to make learning and workforce opportunities in sports and activities more inclusive and empowering for disabled people. www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10231-u...
Uniting partners to develop a disability inclusive learning framework
Activity Alliance has joined forces with partners to make learning and workforce opportunities in sports and activities more inclusive.
www.activityalliance.org.uk
November 24, 2025 at 12:42 PM
We've joined forces with @activepartnerships.bsky.social, @cimspa.co.uk, @sport-england-se.bsky.social and @ukcoaching.bsky.social to make learning and workforce opportunities in sports and activities more inclusive and empowering for disabled people. www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10231-u...
We have published a new report that found only 3% of young disabled people meet the Chief Medical Officers’ recommended 60 minutes of daily activity.
But what stops them being active? A few key themes were identified.
Read the full report on our research page.
But what stops them being active? A few key themes were identified.
Read the full report on our research page.
November 21, 2025 at 9:25 AM
We have published a new report that found only 3% of young disabled people meet the Chief Medical Officers’ recommended 60 minutes of daily activity.
But what stops them being active? A few key themes were identified.
Read the full report on our research page.
But what stops them being active? A few key themes were identified.
Read the full report on our research page.
A new research report, ‘Play, Move, Belong: Active Futures for Young Disabled People’, found that only 26% of young disabled people say they can take part in sport and activity at school all the time, compared to 38% of non-disabled young people.
www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10269-o...
www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10269-o...
Only one in four disabled children can always join in school sports
New report reveals young disabled people continue to face significant inequalities in sport and physical activity.
www.activityalliance.org.uk
November 20, 2025 at 9:14 AM
A new research report, ‘Play, Move, Belong: Active Futures for Young Disabled People’, found that only 26% of young disabled people say they can take part in sport and activity at school all the time, compared to 38% of non-disabled young people.
www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10269-o...
www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10269-o...
Our Strategic Partnership Advisor Cara had a fantastic time at the British Down Syndrome Swimming British Championships this weekend. She even had the honour of presenting medals to competitors.
We'd like to pass on a huge congratulations to all swimmers that took part!
We'd like to pass on a huge congratulations to all swimmers that took part!
November 18, 2025 at 10:07 AM
Our Strategic Partnership Advisor Cara had a fantastic time at the British Down Syndrome Swimming British Championships this weekend. She even had the honour of presenting medals to competitors.
We'd like to pass on a huge congratulations to all swimmers that took part!
We'd like to pass on a huge congratulations to all swimmers that took part!
It is Safeguarding Adults Week, and this year the focus is prevention.
Throughout the week, the ann craft trust are encouraging people to take a closer look at their approach to prevention.
www.anncrafttrust.org/events/safeg...
Throughout the week, the ann craft trust are encouraging people to take a closer look at their approach to prevention.
www.anncrafttrust.org/events/safeg...
Prevention: Act Before Abuse - Safeguarding Adults Week 17 to 21 November 2025
Safeguarding Adults Week 2025 is all about Prevention. Register your support for the campaign and let's change the conversation!
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November 17, 2025 at 12:26 PM
It is Safeguarding Adults Week, and this year the focus is prevention.
Throughout the week, the ann craft trust are encouraging people to take a closer look at their approach to prevention.
www.anncrafttrust.org/events/safeg...
Throughout the week, the ann craft trust are encouraging people to take a closer look at their approach to prevention.
www.anncrafttrust.org/events/safeg...
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“It’s the sense of belonging — being part of a community.” 💬
Adam Blaze, Chief Executive of @activityalliance.bsky.social, shared with us about the impact of prescribing physical activity for older people during our session on healthy ageing.
Adam Blaze, Chief Executive of @activityalliance.bsky.social, shared with us about the impact of prescribing physical activity for older people during our session on healthy ageing.
November 13, 2025 at 4:31 PM
“It’s the sense of belonging — being part of a community.” 💬
Adam Blaze, Chief Executive of @activityalliance.bsky.social, shared with us about the impact of prescribing physical activity for older people during our session on healthy ageing.
Adam Blaze, Chief Executive of @activityalliance.bsky.social, shared with us about the impact of prescribing physical activity for older people during our session on healthy ageing.
New guidance for fitness and leisure facilities from @ukactive.bsky.social. This forms part of their ‘Next Generation strategy’ for investing in the future of children and young people’s health and happiness by getting a million more active by 2030. www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10256-u...
ukactive releases new guidance for fitness and leisure facilities
The guide has been developed for operators when considering children’s and young people’s activities.
www.activityalliance.org.uk
November 13, 2025 at 12:20 PM
New guidance for fitness and leisure facilities from @ukactive.bsky.social. This forms part of their ‘Next Generation strategy’ for investing in the future of children and young people’s health and happiness by getting a million more active by 2030. www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10256-u...
A reminder about some exciting research we're doing with @leedsbeckett.bsky.social.
We're looking for people who work in sport and activity to take part in a research survey about intersectionality.
Full details and link to the survey on our website: www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10208-n...
We're looking for people who work in sport and activity to take part in a research survey about intersectionality.
Full details and link to the survey on our website: www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10208-n...
New intersectionality research project with Leeds Beckett University
New Activity Alliance intersectionality research project with Leeds Beckett University looking at disability inclusion.
www.activityalliance.org.uk
November 10, 2025 at 11:31 AM
A reminder about some exciting research we're doing with @leedsbeckett.bsky.social.
We're looking for people who work in sport and activity to take part in a research survey about intersectionality.
Full details and link to the survey on our website: www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10208-n...
We're looking for people who work in sport and activity to take part in a research survey about intersectionality.
Full details and link to the survey on our website: www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10208-n...
Some very exciting news from our good friends at Wheels For All. Chris Boardman CBE has been unveiled as a new patron!
Bringing his celebrated cycling expertise he will help to push forward the organisation’s mission.
Bringing his celebrated cycling expertise he will help to push forward the organisation’s mission.
November 7, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Some very exciting news from our good friends at Wheels For All. Chris Boardman CBE has been unveiled as a new patron!
Bringing his celebrated cycling expertise he will help to push forward the organisation’s mission.
Bringing his celebrated cycling expertise he will help to push forward the organisation’s mission.
We're excited to be starting a new intersectionality research project with @leedsbeckett.bsky.social. We want to understand how intersectionality in relation to disability inclusion impacts disabled people's participation at a local level.
www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10208-n...
www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10208-n...
New intersectionality research project with Leeds Beckett University
New Activity Alliance intersectionality research project with Leeds Beckett University looking at disability inclusion.
www.activityalliance.org.uk
October 23, 2025 at 8:47 AM
We're excited to be starting a new intersectionality research project with @leedsbeckett.bsky.social. We want to understand how intersectionality in relation to disability inclusion impacts disabled people's participation at a local level.
www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10208-n...
www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10208-n...
Last week we were joined by members, partners, and our Board for our AGM in Loughborough. It was a great opportunity to celebrate a fantastic year of impact for our charity. Find out more on our website: www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10203-a...
October 20, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Last week we were joined by members, partners, and our Board for our AGM in Loughborough. It was a great opportunity to celebrate a fantastic year of impact for our charity. Find out more on our website: www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10203-a...
We're delighted to announce the appointment of Adam Paker as our new Chair. Adam brings over 25 years of leadership experience in the sport and physical activity sector, having driven transformation across national and international sporting organisations. www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10204-a...
October 16, 2025 at 9:28 AM
We're delighted to announce the appointment of Adam Paker as our new Chair. Adam brings over 25 years of leadership experience in the sport and physical activity sector, having driven transformation across national and international sporting organisations. www.activityalliance.org.uk/news/10204-a...