Power of Support
Community sport begins to feature in UK government thinking on sport diplomacy. Tom and I continue to be grateful for the incredible support and encouragement in building our organisation.
Power of Football in the Community
Exploring the potential for partnership from EFL in the Community to Charlton Athletic, via the University of Oxford
Leeds Declaration Momentum
Over 30 individuals and organisations now associated with the Leeds Declaration
Community Sport in Kenya
Running the Elephant Run in Kenya and seeing how sport helps support communities across south eastern and north western parts of the country.
Entering the Hall of Fame
Tom is inducted into the Leeds Becket University Sport Hall of Fame
Saudi Sports For All
Fantastic week in Saudi Arabia scoping venues for community sport and meeting with a wealth of people involved in community sport across the Kingdom.
Abu Dhabi up and running
Great to spend a couple of days at the Sport Industry Forum and scoping venues for community runs across Abu Dhabi.
Reflecting on the Summit
Looking back on the Leeds Summit, looking forward to visiting UAE and Saudi Arabia.
Leeds Summit on Community Sport for Development and Diplomacy
On 16 & 17 September, over 70 amazing people gathered at the University of Leeds to attend our summit on the power of community sport for development and diplomacy.
Connecting with ConnectSport
Delighted to announce ConnectSport as the Leeds Summit official media partner.
Looking back, looking forward
A shortened week with chance to look back at the origins of parkrun in Leeds and look forward to revisiting where it all started at the Leeds Summit in a couple of weeks.
Mancunian Magic
Leeds Summit now full, Manchester spreading some global magic, UK community sport eco-sphere brimming with impact.
Individual Impact
The need to understand and celebrate impact at and from an individual level.
4 Weeks and Counting
Just over 4 weeks away from the Leeds Summit and preparations are in full swing. Exciting times!
Pinch Me Moments at Goodwood
Sport & diplomacy discussion, hosted at Goodwood House by His Grace The Duke of Richmond and His Excellency Sheikh Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani (Qatar's Ambassador to the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland).
Un-processing Relationships
Why we need to consciously move and build real world connections through community sport
Pre-Season
Reflecting on the power of sport to bring people together regardless of the sport itself.
A Call for Contributions
Announcing our plans for a Community Sport for Diplomacy and Development; seeking views!
Solidarity in Motion
Honoured to attend the launch of Sanctuary Runners GB and participate in the HMG Sport for Diplomacy working group.