Unlock opportunities for disabled people in sport, physical activity and movement!
GM Moving, in collaboration with Sector3, Seashell, and Breakthrough UK, is offering a series of workshops designed to reduce barriers and create inclusive volunteering experiences for VCFSE organisations across Greater Manchester.
Why attend?
Did you know that only about 18% of disabled people in Greater Manchester volunteer in sport and physical activity, compared to 22% of non-disabled individuals? For those with 3 or more impairments, this figure falls to just 13% (Active Lives Survey, 22-23)
A significant barrier is the lack of accessible opportunities. These workshops provide essential training and resources for organisations aiming to improve disability inclusion in their volunteer workforce. By participating, you’ll gain practical insights on recruitment, training, and supporting disabled volunteers, helping to bridge this gap. Our hosts all have lived experiences of one or multiple disabilities.
Workshop details:
- GM Moving - Accessibility in Volunteering Workshop 1 [In-person] - 29th January 2025, from 6pm-8pm. Explore the Social Model of disability and develop actionable plans for inclusive opportunities.
- GM Moving - Accessibility in Volunteering Workshop 2 [In-person] - 26th February 2025, from 6pm-8pm. Enhance knowledge and understanding to better support volunteers with diverse needs.
- GM Moving - Accessibility in Volunteering Workshop 3 [In-person] - 26th March 2025, from 6pm-8pm. Share and discuss effective strategies for recruiting and onboarding disabled volunteers.
- GM Moving - Accessibility in Volunteering Reflection session [In-person] - 9th April 2025, from 6pm-8pm. Collaborate to reflect on the impact of the workshops and share learnings.
Note: While we encourage participants to attend all three workshops and the reflection session for the most comprehensive experience, attendance at each session is not compulsory. You can choose the sessions that best fit your organisation’s needs.
Location: Online