The first of two workshops focused on EDI in Festivals and Events takes place on Tuesday afternoon in Glasgow. Last few places for community groups and those representing protected characteristics here eventbrite.co.uk/e/embedding-ed… Spirit of 2012 Centre for Culture, Sport and Events

100 days and counting...

All roads lead to Paris 2024 🇫🇷

Closer and closer!

Only 100 days to go until #Paris2024 , and we're more excited every day!

Paris 2024 | #Paris2024

#TheGOGAWay brings disabled and non-disabled people together to be active. You can listen to how #GetOutGetActive has changed people's lives in our Active Together podcast series: youtube.com/playlist?list=…

How can we use case study evidence in research?

Find out more & learn about new research into Spirit of 2012’s case studies: whatworkswellbeing.org/blog/creative-…

All of our knowledge and resources on inclusion, including our landmark report Making Events Work For Everyone and insights from @getactiveGOGA, Beacon Films, Changing Lives Through Sport and more. spiritof2012.org.uk/about-us/inclu…

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We looked across the body of 10 Spirit of 2012 creative case studies & found 8 distinct pathways to #wellbeing ...

1. Skilled & supportive facilitation

With all the #Paris2024 chatter on the timeline, it seems like a good time to mention we have all of our learning about events legacy from the Olympic, Paralympic & Commonwealth Games, Cities of Culture, Eurovision and more in one place on our website.

spiritof2012.org.uk/about-us/event…

Volunteers are the heartbeat of charities that deliver vital services to people affected by cancer. 💚✋

This summer, join #TheBigHelpOut & volunteer in your local area from 7th-9th of June – let us make sure no one has to feel alone.

Download the app 👉 bit.ly/BHOApp-X

It's starting to feel real! 🤩

We can't wait for the Torch Relay to begin, then we're officially on the #PathToParis . Team GB

Great to read What Works Centre for Wellbeing research on our Spirit of 2012 funded programme supporting female carers through inclusive music making #communitymusic is such a powerful tool to support improved wellbeing

CLOSES IN TWO WEEKS! Invitation to tender for a contract of up to £40,000 for research into volunteering programmes and infrastructure.

Details >>> spiritof2012.org.uk/funding/opport…

We’ve work with Spirit of 2012 Trust to make sure we draw as much learning as possible from that effort and investment, making lives better in the process and continuing that #Olympic #Legacy for decades to come.

Briefing and full report now available to download from our Insights section ‼️ spiritof2012.org.uk/insights/creat…

We're thrilled to have our #CreativeHealth work featured in Spirit of 2012 latest report. Through a series of synthesised case studies, it showcases the impact creative activities have on our wellbeing.👏Check out the full report👇 #ArtsHealthWellbeing

The next episode of the Active Together Podcast is out now! This week our host Sam Lloyd talks to Laura Clarke who was diagnosed with MS when she was 30.
Laura found her happy place when she took up swimming at her local pool in Haringey.
Laura's story:
activityalliance.org.uk/news/8912-maki…

We’re looking for volunteers to help Bradford 2025 deliver an incredible year as UK City of Culture 🌟

Training is included and travel and food expenses covered. Whatever your interests, there’s a place for you on our team 💖💚💛

Register here 👇
bradford2025.co.uk/volunteer/

Very well-deserved nomination. Good luck to Playing Out! 🤞

Spirit of 2012 What Works Centre for Wellbeing Wonderful grants cited in this research include Stopgap Dance Co. FABRIC My Pockets Creative Arts East Beacon Films Youth Cymru Fèis Rois Jack Drum Arts

great new research for all those interested in learning about synthesising case study to explore #wellbeing impacts of creative projects. Huge thanks to the What Works Centre for Wellbeing team and Spirit of 2012 grantees that took part and whose projects are brilliantly highlighted here