Delegates praise engage! workshop as it begins UK tour
The UK Sports Association’s engage! workshop series has been given a resounding ‘thumbs up’ in Glasgow as it begins its tour of the UK and you can book a place at your local workshop now.
On Monday, more than 20 delegates from both sporting and non-sporting organisations across Scotland took part in activities and demonstrations, which gave an invaluable insight into how their organisations can be more accessible to and inclusive of people with learning disability.
The day was led by our expert disability inclusion trainer, Janice Eaglesham, co-delivered by two of our Athlete Ambassadors Scott Quin and Robert Ferrol, and supported by two of our Athlete Reps Owen Miller and Aidan Turnbull.
The five-strong team shared unique and inspirational information from their own experiences but don’t just take our word for it, here’s what some of the delegates had to say:
Jennifer Griffin, Partnership Manager, SportScotland said: “The workshop was really useful and gave an excellent insight into learning disability.”
Andrea Savage, Employment and Activities Coordinator, Mainstay Trust agreed. She added: “It was an excellent day. The workshop was very well delivered and kept me interested throughout.”
Philip Peek, Sports Development Officer, Glasgow Life commented: “It was an excellent day. The workshop used great examples and activities to relay the information and make it easy to understand. I would definitely recommend it to others. It was fantastic to hear from inspirational, knowledgeable people.”
Alison Armstrong, Coordinator, Partners in Play said: “The Athlete Ambassadors were brilliant. They demonstrated fantastic passion and drive and changed my perception of people with learning disability. Great workshop.”
Carol Harvey, Regional Development Manager, Netball Scotland added: “I was completely inspired by the athletes’ stories.”
And Ashley Bruce, Coaching Advisor, Sports Coach UK said: “The athletes are great ambassadors for the programme, which really demonstrates how if time and attention is given then people with learning disability can excel.”
The engage! workshop series will soon by coming to a town or city near you as it begins touring the UK. You can find out full details of the tour and book your place here.