7: Physical Activity And Inclusion Flashcards
(18 cards)
Key Points from the Irish Sports Monitor Report 2017
- 43% of the population regularly participate in sport – no change since 2015.
- Gender gap in participation narrowed significantly (from 15.7% in 2007 to 4.5% in 2017).
- People with disabilities and those from lower-income or education levels are less likely to participate in sport or physical activity.
- 13% remain sedentary, especially older and lower-income individuals.
What percentage of people are involved in social sport?
45.2%.
Who is more likely to participate socially in sport?
Higher-income earners and those with higher education levels.
What barriers exist to social sport for people with disabilities?
They are less likely to participate in social forms of sport such as club membership or volunteering.
What percentage believe there are more opportunities to participate in sport now than 10 years ago?
86%.
What is the public’s preference regarding sport investment?
More focus on:
• General participation over elite sports
• Encouraging inactive people
• Facilities over initiatives
List key benefits of participating in physical activity.
• New skills
• Self-esteem and confidence
• Sense of achievement
• Health improvement
• Inclusion in society
• Higher sporting standards
• Increased competition
• Demand for specialist coaching
What is Sport Ireland’s Women in Sport Initiative (2005)?
Aims to increase women’s participation through training, education, and funding (€19.5 million).
What was the goal of the 20x20 initiative?
Increase media coverage, participation, and attendance in women’s sport by 20% by 2020.
Name local programs that promote women in sport.
• Women on Wheels
List key barriers to women’s participation in sport.
• Stereotyping
• Cultural views
• Media bias
• Pay gaps
• Fewer opportunities
How are these barriers being addressed?
• Inclusion policies by NGBs
• TV campaigns & awareness
• More sponsorships
• More women in media roles
• Ad campaigns (e.g., Nike, Adidas)
• Role models and leadership roles
What is Cara APA Centre?
Coordinates inclusion efforts in physical activity.
What is the NCSE’s role?
Supports CPD for teachers with special educational needs (SEN).
Name three organisations supporting PA for those with disabilities.
• HSE Health Promotion
• Irish Heart Foundation
• NGBs with adapted training programs
List major barriers faced by people with disabilities in PA.
• Inaccessible environments
• Lack of adaptive equipment
• Weak policy/support
• Cost
• Poor coach training
• Lack of media representation
• Discrimination
• Limited competition opportunities
What are the advantages of segregated sports?
• Safety and comfort
• Equal competition
• Specific needs addressed
• Potential confidence boost
What are the disadvantages of segregated sports?
• Reinforces exclusion
• Less public awareness
• Can lower self-esteem
