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Lead the Change programme shortlisted for National Partnership Award

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:13:00 +0000

West Riding County FA have been shortlisted for a 'Partnership' award for Lead the Change at the County FA recognition awards.

Team YSF prepares to get moving for National Fitness Day 2026

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:30:00 +0000

On Wednesday 16 September 2026, colleagues from across Yorkshire Sport Foundation will join thousands of people across the UK in celebrating National Fitness Day, a day dedicated to highlighting the benefits of movement for both our physical and mental well-being.

Rashida Salloo appointed as Everybody Active Chair

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0000

Experienced community leader to help shape a healthier, happier and more active Kirklees

Leading the Movement: Empowering leaders to tackle inequalities

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Sport England’s Leading the Movement programme, funded by The National Lottery, is a long-term commitment to upskill, empower, and connect leaders to help them tackle inequalities in sport and physical activity. Here's how we're supporting it.

University of Bradford’s Creating Active Schools (CAS) programme shortlisted for prestigious THE award

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:23:00 +0000

The University of Bradford has received national recognition after its Creating Active Schools (CAS) programme was shortlisted for a Times Higher Education (THE) Award 2026 in the Outstanding Contribution to the Local Community category.

Yorkshire and Humber climate and sport conference inspires collaboration and action

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:30:00 +0000

The first-ever Yorkshire and Humber climate and sport conference has been celebrated as a fantastic success, bringing together organisations, partners and passionate individuals who share a commitment to creating a more sustainable future for sport and physical activity across the region.

YSF Safeguarding and Welfare News - August 2026

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:30:00 +0000

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YSF supports UPLIFT Festival across Rotherham this summer

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:30:00 +0000

Yorkshire Sport Foundation has proudly supported the development and delivery of the UPLIFT Festival across Rotherham, helping bring exciting opportunities for children and families to get active, creative and connected throughout the summer.

Driving change: Tahir Akram’s real-life leadership story

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Sport England - Leading the Movement is supporting sector leaders to confidently and successfully drive the change needed to tackle inequalities in sport and physical activity and achieve the ambitions of Uniting the Movement.

Kirklees schools come together to celebrate whole-school physical activity pilot

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:55:00 +0000

Earlier this year, Yorkshire Sport Foundation (YSF) began an exciting new project in Kirklees, made possible through Sport England's Place Expansion funding.

New study finds physical activity could transform inpatient mental health care

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:00:00 +0000

A new international study has highlighted the importance of embedding physical activity into inpatient mental health services to support people living with severe mental illness.

YSF Safeguarding and Welfare News - July 2026

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:56:00 +0000

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International publication showcases the impact of #WSPA2024

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:10:00 +0000

We're proud to celebrate the publication of a major international research paper demonstrating the lasting impact of the #WSPA2024 International Whole-School Physical Activity Conference.

New Physical Activity Guidelines highlight every movement matters

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0000

The UK Chief Medical Officers have published refreshed Physical Activity Guidelines, confirming that regular movement of any kind can play a significant role in improving both physical and mental health.

Don't miss our free Movement Fund webinar on Tuesday 21 July 2026

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:01:00 +0000

YSF is hosting a free one-hour webinar on Tuesday, 21 July for clubs, groups and organisations who would like more information and advice on applying for Sport England's Movement Fund in South Yorkshire and West Yorkshire.

A celebration of children and young people: YSF attends Child Friendly Leeds Awards

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:39:00 +0000

Members of the Yorkshire Sport Foundation team were delighted to attend the Child Friendly Leeds Awards recently, joining nominees, winners and fellow ambassadors for a wonderful evening celebrating the people and organisations making Leeds a better place for children and young people.

Job opportunity: Head of Communications and Marketing

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:03:00 +0000

We have a brilliant opportunity for someone who sees communications and marketing as a genuine force for change, not just a function.

Safeguarding team joins national event to help build safer sporting cultures

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:57:00 +0000

Yorkshire Sport Foundation Safeguarding and Welfare Team recently attended 'Connect, Share and Learn: Building Safer Cultures Together', a national event hosted at the NSPCC National Training Centre in Leicester.

Pride in Diversity Awards 2026

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

From Neurodiversity, Disability, LGBTQ+, Race, Generation and Culture, the awards honour those whose everyday actions create extraordinary impact and are the true backbone of our communities.

Move More Conference 2026 creating a happier, healthier and more connected Sheffield

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Highlights from the 2026 Move More Conference in Sheffield