Get Active is a social inclusion program and accompanying resource kit, offered by Down Syndrome Queensland to sporting communities across the state.

The program educates local sport and physical activity providers (clubs, coaches and volunteers) to increase their capability to deliver accessible, inclusive programs that meet the needs of people with DS and other intellectual disabilities.

In this episode, we hear from Get Active’s Program Coordinator, Liz Willis, about what the program aims to achieve and how it can support clubs, coaches and families to improve sporting participation rates in local areas.

The episode also features Get Active Athlete Ambassador Ethan Parry, and Get Active Coach Ambassador Stix (Daniel) McGavin, as they encourage and inspire others to aim for inclusion.

Ethan’s mother, Gail Parry, also shares her perspective on Ethan’s athletics pursuits.

Get Active is funded by the Federal Department of Health under the Driving Social Inclusion Through Sport and Physical Activity Program.

If you would like to learn more about Get Active, or contact Liz for assistance, head to www.getactive.net.au

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