Reflection: Commonwealth Games Legacy keynote

Birmingham 2022 saw thousands of athletes from 72 nations and territories compete in the largest-ever integrated programme of para sport over 11 days.

And what an 11 days it was.

With over 1.5 million tickets sold, more medals awarded to women than men for the first time, and being the most sustainable Games ever to have taken place, it was a record-breaking event.

The power sport has to inspire, to unite, and to transform illuminated Birmingham and beyond.

As part of its aim to inspire the next generation, Birmingham 2022 delivered a comprehensive programme of activities in schools.

The programme created pathways for children and young people to get closer to the Games and feel part of a festival of sport and culture.

And you have the chance to learn all about that programme and the legacy of the Games at The Active Primary Schools Conference in November.

We’re delighted that the Birmingham 2022 team joined us to deliver a keynote speech.

The team shared:

• The impact of the activities in schools that took place prior to and during the Commonwealth Games
• The legacy opportunities going forward with schools and national governing bodies

We’re delighted that James Grinsted, Youth Programmes Manager at Birmingham 2022, also joined us to deliver a keynote speech.

James has been leading on the schools programme and engagement with the Games through Bring The Power youth programme. This has included working across the West Midlands region to develop and implement a youth programme for schools that has engaged, inspired and educated pupils about the Games.

In his keynote, James shared:

• The impact of the activities in schools that took place prior to and during the Commonwealth Games
• The legacy opportunities going forward with schools and national governing bodies

To learn how your school can help the Games create a lasting legacy and inspire your pupils to lead active lives, join us at The Active Primary Schools Conference on the 17^th November.

Head over here to find out more about this year’s conference.

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