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The Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability (ALACD) developed a Purpose Statement to capture succinctly why we exist and what we do. We hope all our partners, affiliates, members, supporters and stakeholders will use it as a benchmark for planning and decision-making. Our goal is to gain support and understanding inside and outside our network.
The inclusion and promotion of active living for Canadians with disabilities
Success Factor: Training
Behaviours:
- Develop and deliver workshops and training to sport & physical activity organizations to:
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- Create welcoming environments and programs
- Educate organizations on the benefits of physical activity for people with a disability
- Develop resources that support organizations to include persons with a disability in their programs (eg: physical activity adaptations)
Success Factor: Participation
Behaviours:
- Create learning opportunities to educate people with disabilities about the benefits of active living (Awareness)
- Promote inclusive program opportunities (Awareness)
- Showcase best practices in accessible infrastructure and programs (First Involvement)
- Celebrate champions who are living active healthy lives or who are delivering inclusive programs
Success Factor: Influence
Behaviours:
- Champion best practices
- Promote active living for Canadians with disabilities
- Make recommendations around policy development and implementation
- Promote equitable access and articulate additional barriers that people with disabilities face
- Advocate for inclusive programs
Success Factor: Collaboration
Behaviours:
- Advise and consult with organizations within and beyond our coalition and sector
- Connect organizations and work being done in the system
- Create a hub for information on training, research and best practices