In 2008, Birmingham City Council set up an initiative to increase participation in sporting activities across all of its districts in order to tackle the growing number of health issues and their implications. This initiative was the development of third sector organisations called the Community Sport and Physical Activity Network (CSPAN) that would take on the role of increasing community engagement in sport and physical activity on behalf of the Council.
Make the City of Birmingham a more inclusive society.
Ensure young people have an abundance of opportunities to take part in.
Increase the number of people starting up clubs and activities in the area
Re-establish a passion for learning amongst young people.
Reduce the prevalence of lifestyle-related health issues amongst the community, with particular emphasis on young people.
Educate the community about the importance of diet and lifestyle on their health.
Provide a network of support for local organisation owners, helping them to grow their projects.
Regularly promote local sports clubs and activities.
Design projects based on real-world data and the opinions of the local community.
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