
The Pride Activity Network (PAN) is a regular virtual networking opportunity for organisations within the North West StreetGames network to share knowledge, insight and best practice around LGBTQ+ inclusion in sports.
It offers a safe space to learn about inclusion opportunities and further support workforce and participants in this area, and is supported by Pride Sports and the JD Foundation.
Consultation with the StreetGames network has shown that this is an area where support and development would be welcomed, so that as a network we may explore barriers and enablers to young people engaging in community sport.
Funding from the JD Foundation has allowed StreetGames to work closely with Pride Sports to deliver regular PAN activities. These include online PAN meetings for network members, a range of workforce development offers for community organisations and direct opportunities for young LGBTQ+ people to take part in a wider range of sports, in a safe environment.
Together, we will achieve systematic change in community sports, making it safer, fairer and more accessible, for all.
In 2024, the Pride Activity Network achieved the following:
- 73 community organisations have been connected and supported across the North West through regular network opportunities.
- 45 North West community organisations completed the Pride Sports LGBTQ+ and Trans Inclusion Training, in November.
- 100+ LGBTQ+ young people from across the UK attended Pride Sports’ residential, Pride Youth Games, in August, discovering and exploring safe and inclusive sports.
- 15 businesses in Kendal have continued their commitments to LGBTQ+ inclusion, by being part of the Back Off. Back Up. Initiative – offering safe spaces for those on the move!
- 9 community organisations signed up for a free Football V Homophobia football, to support their delivery of LGBTQ+ inclusive sessions during Pride Month.
- 70+ young people engaged in inclusive sports and activities across various Pride Festivals in the North West, delivered by StreetGames.
- 150 secondary school students engaged through PAN presentations and activities, in partnership with community organisations.
- 63 LGBTQ+ young people answered Peer Research questions, to help community organisations explore their barriers and enablers to engaging in community sports.
To find out more please visit our Pride Activity Network project page, or contact Beth Warriner (Doorstep Sport Advisor and PAN Coordinator) or Sally Carr (NW Area Director).