UNESCO Chair in Inclusive Physical Education,Sport, Fitness and Recreation

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UNESCO Chair in Inclusive Physical Education,Sport, Fitness and Recreation The Chair uses education, training and research to advance towards inclusive societies using PE, sport, fitness, recreation as conduits to social justice.

Some of the major challenges of modern times are addressed by the Chair activities including healthy and active aging and tackling societal challenges such as inclusion and wellbeing. The Chair extends across such disciplines as education and training, adapted physical activity, social sciences, social entrepreneurship, pedagogy, assistive technologies, ICT, policy and development work.

10/01/2026

⭐️FREE WEBINAR!

‘Getting Grant Ready’ - Community Sports Facilities Fund Webinar

🗓 Monday, 26th January
⏰️ 7-8 pm
💻 Online Via Zoom
ℹ️ Registration Link: https://2into3.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HcX2nof_Rb6_k5bEy7qrPA

Newly rebranded Sports Capital Programme, now known as the ‘Community Sports Facilities Fund’!

Hosted by 2into3, this webinar is designed for club committee members who are responsible for grant applications, particularly those applying to the Community Sports Facilities Fund (formerly the Sports Capital Programme).

Patricia Keenan, Director of Funding at 2into3, will lead the session. Patricia has extensive experience across multiple national grant programmes and has supported countless clubs to refine their project ideas, strengthen their pitch, and prepare high-quality applications.

🔹️The webinar will cover:
- What qualifies for funding
- Who is eligible to apply
- How to prepare a strong grant application
- Understanding the application process and scoring
- How to maximise your score and improve your chances of success

🔹️After attending, you will:
- Understand how to prepare a compelling, grant-ready project
- Be confident in navigating the application process
-Know how to position your club for the best possible outcome

❗️Register today, as spaces are limited!

Kerry County Council
Kerry PPN
Sport Ireland
Kerry Volunteer Centre

Calling Kerry Sport Club Committee Members: ‘Getting Grant Ready’ - Community Sports Facilities Fund Webinar Newly rebra...
09/01/2026

Calling Kerry Sport Club Committee Members: ‘Getting Grant Ready’ - Community Sports Facilities Fund Webinar

Newly rebranded Sports Capital Programme, now known as the ‘Community Sports Facilities Fund’

Kerry Recreation & Sports Partnership and 2into3 are delighted to announce registration is now open for this FREE Webinar:

🗓 Monday, 26th January
⏰️ 7-8pm
💻 Online Via Zoom

ℹ️*Registration Link:* https://2into3.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HcX2nof_Rb6_k5bEy7qrPA

This webinar is designed for club committee members who are responsible for grant applications, particularly those applying to the Community Sports Facilities Fund (formerly the Sports Capital Programme ).

Patricia Keenan, Director of Funding at 2into3, will lead the session. Patricia has extensive experience across multiple national grant programmes and has supported countless clubs to refine their project ideas, strengthen their pitch, and prepare high-quality applications.

❗️Register soon, as spaces are limited!

09/01/2026
13/12/2025
28/10/2025

📣 FREE to attend!

A Seminar on supporting those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in Outdoor Learning 🌳🏞

🗓 Date: Friday, 31st October 2025

⏰️ Time: 10:30 - 14:00

📍 Venue: Room W217,
Kerry Sports Academy Building,
MTU Kerry Campus,
Tralee

⭐️Presentation by Prof. Laura Jiminez (Monteaguda, University of Valencia, Spain) on the use of Joelette inclusive hiking wheelchair.

⭐️Free to take-away reusable resources for adaptation and to promote inclusion in OL & OE

⭐️Presentations also by practitioners /students on the BA in Outdoor Learning.

⭐️Workshop on inclusive strategies & Techniques in Outdoor Learning

👉🏻 No registration required.

📧 For more information, please contact: tomas.aylward@mtu.ie

MTU Health and Leisure
UNESCO Chair in Inclusive Physical Education,Sport, Fitness and Recreation
Kerry Volunteer Centre
Kerry PPN

Now Hiring!Post Doc Researcher - Human Rights, Intellectual Disability & Empowerment. Pro Rata basis. All applications t...
27/02/2025

Now Hiring!

Post Doc Researcher - Human Rights, Intellectual Disability & Empowerment.
Pro Rata basis.
All applications to be made online at www.mtu.ie/vacancies Closing date for applications is 1.00 pm Wednesday, 12th March 2025.

LAST CHANCE TO SPEAK ON OUR SCIENTIFIC, POLICY OR PRACTICE Sessions: Seasoned professional and new to APA professionals,...
30/01/2025

LAST CHANCE TO SPEAK ON OUR SCIENTIFIC, POLICY OR PRACTICE Sessions: Seasoned professional and new to APA professionals, civil society groups, local government, trade exhibitors and the private sector will come together to SHIFT THE DIAL on disability inclusion. JOIN US: Apply Now. Trade Exhibition applications remain open. Email sm_isapa2025@mtu.ie International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity - IFAPA
https://www.isapa2025.com/abstracts

The UNESCO Chair team wishes you happy holidays, full of joy and cheers. Here's to an even more inclusive 2025 ahead!We ...
24/12/2024

The UNESCO Chair team wishes you happy holidays, full of joy and cheers. Here's to an even more inclusive 2025 ahead!
We can’t wait to connect with you at ISAPA 2025 in Tralee—mark your calendars for an incredible event that champions adapted physical activity and inclusion. www.isapa2025.com

13/12/2024
Calling all researchers.
12/11/2024

Calling all researchers.

The International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity (ISAPA) 2025 is issuing a final call for abstracts, with the submission deadline fast approaching on November 30, 2024. Held under UNESCO’s patronage, this ground-breaking event will bring together experts, researchers, and advocates from ar...

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