Applications for the sport and active society development grants are now open . four development grants worth CHF 20,000,each will be given by the IOC sport and active society commission to organisations that promote the health and social benefits of sport and participation in regular physical activity.
According to the World Health Organisation, one in four adults is not active enough, and more than 80 per cent of the world’s adolescent population is insufficiently physically active. In addition, inactivity serves as one of the leading risk factors for noncommunicable diseases.
Sport can consequently play a fundamental role, especially for younger generations. However, it has not only health benefits, as it can also be an essential driver for social change and inclusion.
The Sport and Active Society Development Grants are an initiative of the IOC’s Sport and Active Society Commission.
Deadline: The Application must be submitted to the IOC by 14 December 2018
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Eligibility
The Grant is open to groups and organisations (including but not limited to International Sports Federations, Non-Governmental Organisations and other Not-For-Profit Organisations) engaged in the practice and promotion of Sport for All.
To be eligible for 2018 Grants, the projects must focus on at least one of the following themes:
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- Social inclusion of refugees through sport and physical activity
- Promoting gender equality at all level of sport
- Bringing sport and physical activity to the urban setting
- Engaging young people and/or senior citizens in physical activity
In addition, candidate’s projects should demonstrate some key elements: long-term and sustainable timelines; sport or physical activity as effective tools to tackle social issues; available public space and/or sports facilities and venues used to promote participation in physical activity; long-term partnerships to sustain the project; and/or a monitoring plan is in place.
How to apply
To apply for a grant, organisations can read the Grant Regulations and then send the application form to activesociety@olympic.org.
For more information,please visit Sport and active society development grants