Expertise
SIASP has developed knowledge and practical guidance on improving children's access to physical activity through inclusive, community-based sports facilities and services. Its work examines how local sports opportunities can reduce travel barriers and support walking and cycling instead of car-dependent journeys to organised activities. The project produced publications on the benefits of accessible sports provision and the development of community-driven small sports facilities, providing approaches for municipalities and grassroots organisations.
The SIASP project (Sustainable and Inclusive Access to Sports Practices) is an EU-funded initiative under the Erasmus+ Sport Programme. It focuses on addressing the decline in children's independent outdoor activity and promoting sustainable, equitable year-round access to sports and physical movement. One of the core objectives was to promote Sustainable Active Travel: Encouraging children and parents to opt for healthy, eco-friendly transport methods—like cycling and walking—when traveling to sports and extracurricular activities rather than relying on car transportation. Kye outcomes were two publications. "Benefits of Accessible and Inclusive Sport Facilities and Services" – Evaluates the health, social, and logistical advantages of inclusive sports environments. The second publication "Community-driven Small Sport Facilities" – A practical guidebook analyzing how to structuralize localized spaces to promote grassroots activity.
- Countries
- Finland, Slovakia, Austria
- People
- Timo Perala · Senior expert in YRAM and community sports
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Resources (2)
- Community-driven small sport facilities · 2025 · Project
- Benefits of Accessible & Inclusive Sports Facilities and Services · 2024 · Project