What is LEAP Sports Scotland?

“LEAP Sports Scotland (Leadership, Equality and Active Participation in Sports for LGBTI people in Scotland) works for greater inclusion for LGBTI people in sport and against homophobia, biphobia and transphobia in a sports context. We are committed to breaking down the structural, social and personal barriers which prevent lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people across the country from accessing, participating and excelling in Scottish sports.” (https://leapsports.org/about)

I have been a volunteer with LEAP Sports Scotland since January 2019, and in that short time I have attended multiple conferences which discuss LGBTQIA+ issues around the context of sports, and the ways in which we can work to promote inclusive practices for all.

I also volunteered at several sporting events across Scotland for Festival Fortnight which takes place every year in the first fortnight of June with something for everyone, including an exciting mix of sporting, recreational and cultural events and activities. The Festival aims to increase the visibility and participation of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people in Scottish sport but everyone is welcome to join in, whether it’s trying out a new sport, supporting a team in one of the competitions, or celebrating at one of the Festival parties. (http://festivalfortnight.org)Festival-Fortnight-2019-e-use ⬅ Festival Fortnight 2019 flyer

As a part of my Professional Graduate Diploma of Education (PGDE) in Primary Education, I choose a Professional Specialisation (PS) as one of my modules. For my PS, I will be working as a part of LEAP Sports Scotland, having a  role in the organisation and promotion of the Pride Youth Games which will take place in  Largs, Ayrshire on 7th-9th August 2020.

 

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