Sports for Social Impact

David Thibodeau
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Sports for Social Impact explores the power that sport has to create a positive impact in society. Sport for development & peace is a versatile tool that can be used to tackle many social, environmental & economic challenges such as the Sustainable Development Goals. The hope is that these conversations and ideas will help achieve the maximum benefit of sport in our society. Hosted by David Thibodeau. Contact: sportsforsocialimpact@gmail.com Make sure you follow us on Linkedin and Instagram to stay connected! @SportsSocImpact

  1. 14h ago

    Sport and Climate Anxiety (with Dr. Holly Thorpe)

    Dr. Holly Thorpe is an award-winning sociologist specializing in the intersections of sport, physical culture, and gender. She is recognized for developing innovative, interdisciplinary, and feminist approaches to understanding people’s lived experiences in these fields. Professor Thorpe holds a position at the University of Waikato in New Zealand, where she serves as a Professor in Te Huataki Waiora / School of Health. Over the past two decades, her work has focused on women’s sport, female athlete health, and the impact of social media on physical culture. Her recent article Postcards From the Future: Polluted Sport in a Changing Climate, that she wrote in partnership with several others, examines how climate change is affecting young athletes through focus groups and photographic co-creation methods with 45 participants from various sports. The study explores the concept of “polluted sports” and “climatic affective atmospheres” to understand the emotional and physical impacts of climate change on youth sports.  Links: Postcards From the Future: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/01937235261450152 Sport and Climate Change: https://www.sportandclimatechange.com/exhibition Green Sports Day Canada: https://www.greensportsverts.ca/ ----  Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast wherever you get your podcast! Leave us a review and a 5 star rating to help bring others in the world of sports into the conversation! The Sports for Social Impact podcast was nominated for a Sports Podcast Award and Canadian Podcast Award. Send us an email at ⁠⁠sportsforsocialimpact@gmail.com⁠⁠  Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/sportsforsocialimpact⁠⁠ Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-for-social-impact⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram (@SportsSocImpact)  Follow us on Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@sportssocimpact⁠ Join our bookclub: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXiczKtPflGv4vaIEw9wJvGZ2RASB5_3-DIPRU0N-T8Io8Zg/viewform?usp=header Visit our website at ⁠https://www.sportsforsocialimpact.com/⁠

  2. Sep 22

    Slopes of Change: How Snow Camp is Shaping Futures (with Dan Charlish)

    Snow Camps believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, no matter their background. As a UK charity, they use the power of snowsports to support young people from underserved communities with life skills training, mental health support, qualifications and mentorship. They work nationwide to break down barriers, build confidence and create brighter futures – all through the transformative experience of the snow. Dan Charlish is the Founder and CEO of Snow Camp, the UK’s only national youth snowsports charity. Since 2003, he has led Snow Camp from a small London project to a national charity that has supported more than 23,000 young people to date. His vision is to give teenagers from inner-city communities the chance to learn skiing and snowboarding while building life skills and confidence, gaining qualifications, vocational experience and new opportunities for their futures. Links: Snow Camp: https://www.snow-camp.org.uk/ ----  Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast wherever you get your podcast! Leave us a review and a 5 star rating to help bring others in the world of sports into the conversation! The Sports for Social Impact podcast was nominated for a Sports Podcast Award and Canadian Podcast Award. Send us an email at ⁠⁠sportsforsocialimpact@gmail.com⁠⁠  Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/sportsforsocialimpact⁠⁠ Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-for-social-impact⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram (@SportsSocImpact)  Follow us on Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@sportssocimpact⁠ Join our bookclub: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXiczKtPflGv4vaIEw9wJvGZ2RASB5_3-DIPRU0N-T8Io8Zg/viewform?usp=header Visit our website at ⁠https://www.sportsforsocialimpact.com/⁠

  3. Sep 15 ·  Bonus

    How Sport Builds Inclusion and Resilience across the Asia-Pacific (with Team Up's Andrew Lepani)

    Team Up is one of a number of programs and activities driving the Australian Government’s implementation of the Sports Diplomacy 2032+ strategy that support sporting organisations, athletes and the Pacific community through sport. It delivers on one of the key priorities of the strategy by using sport as a tool to strengthen communities across the Asia-Pacific. Team Up works closely with the Australian Government’s elite sports program, PacificAus Sports . Team Up is a sport for development program comprising more than 35 partnerships across the Asia-Pacific that are working towards three outcomes: Sport programs attract and retain women, girls and people with a disability, as well as men and boysSport organisations are safe, inclusive and accessibleAustralia and Asia-Pacific partners use sport to strengthen relationships and build closer collaborationThese three outcomes all contribute to Team Up’s overall goal: Australia-Asia-Pacific sport partnerships support all people to realise their full potential through sport. Andrew Lepani is the Team Leader and is a firm believer in the power of sport as an enabler for human development and as a common platform to facilitate friendship, Andrew has been lucky enough to be involved in sport and sport for development work in various capacities as an athlete, administrator, volunteer and educator. His professional career has allowed him to be exposed to the work of development partners and the global sporting movement, which has increased his appreciation for human and environmental rights and their intersection with sport. Links: Team Up: https://www.teamup.gov.au/ ----  Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast wherever you get your podcast! Leave us a review and a 5 star rating to help bring others in the world of sports into the conversation! The Sports for Social Impact podcast was nominated for a Sports Podcast Award and Canadian Podcast Award. Send us an email at ⁠⁠sportsforsocialimpact@gmail.com⁠⁠  Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/sportsforsocialimpact⁠⁠ Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-for-social-impact⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram (@SportsSocImpact)  Follow us on Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@sportssocimpact⁠ Join our bookclub: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXiczKtPflGv4vaIEw9wJvGZ2RASB5_3-DIPRU0N-T8Io8Zg/viewform?usp=header Visit our website at ⁠https://www.sportsforsocialimpact.com/⁠

    How Sport Builds Inclusion and Resilience across the Asia-Pacific (with Team Up's Andrew Lepani)

  4. Sep 8

    Sports Without Limits: Adapting to Any Context (with Beyond Hoops Africa)

    Beyond Hoops Africa deeply believes in sports' inherent ability to uplift and unify people from all walks of life. Through their initiatives, they strive to amplify the potential and resilience of youth, prioritizing their strengths over perceived limitations. By showcasing their achievements, they instill a sense of hope and confidence, nurturing a limitless mindset. James Kamau founded Beyond Hoops Africa with a vision to transform the lives of young people through sport and community development. With a background in community work and lived experience navigating the challenges of Nairobi’s urban youth spaces, James brings a deep understanding of the local landscape. His leadership continues to shape grassroots programs that promote inclusion, purpose, and resilience. Links: Beyond Hoops Africa: https://www.beyondhoopsafrica.com/ ----  Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast wherever you get your podcast! Leave us a review and a 5 star rating to help bring others in the world of sports into the conversation! The Sports for Social Impact podcast was nominated for a Sports Podcast Award and Canadian Podcast Award. Send us an email at ⁠⁠sportsforsocialimpact@gmail.com⁠⁠  Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/sportsforsocialimpact⁠⁠ Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-for-social-impact⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram (@SportsSocImpact)  Follow us on Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@sportssocimpact⁠ Join our bookclub: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXiczKtPflGv4vaIEw9wJvGZ2RASB5_3-DIPRU0N-T8Io8Zg/viewform?usp=header Visit our website at ⁠https://www.sportsforsocialimpact.com/⁠

  5. Aug 25

    Values Driven Sport (with Judo Golovec, Špela Lampe)

    Judo Golovec is a grassroots, community-based judo organisation based in Slovenia. Founded to promote judo as more than just a sport, the club focuses on education, personal growth, and building a supportive community through the practice of judo.  Špela Lampe, is the President of Judo Golovec. With over two decades of experience in project management, her career spans business, global events, NGOs, and university environments. For the past ten years, she has dedicated her work to the NGO and grassroots sports sector, where she champions judo as a powerful tool for personal development, empowerment, and community building. Špela is deeply committed to fostering inclusion, resilience, and growth through judo, aligning her professional and personal mission with the values of the sport. Links: Judo Golovec: https://judogolovec.si/ ----  Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast wherever you get your podcast! Leave us a review and a 5 star rating to help bring others in the world of sports into the conversation! The Sports for Social Impact podcast was nominated for a Sports Podcast Award and Canadian Podcast Award. Send us an email at ⁠⁠sportsforsocialimpact@gmail.com⁠⁠  Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/sportsforsocialimpact⁠⁠ Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-for-social-impact⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram (@SportsSocImpact)  Follow us on Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@sportssocimpact⁠ Join our bookclub: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXiczKtPflGv4vaIEw9wJvGZ2RASB5_3-DIPRU0N-T8Io8Zg/viewform?usp=header Visit our website at ⁠https://www.sportsforsocialimpact.com/⁠

  6. Aug 4

    Unstoppable: How Girls on the Field is Changing Lives (with Kizlar Sahada, Kiraz Öcal)

    Kıizlar Sahada is a community-focused initiative dedicated to empowering women and girls through sport and active participation in football. The organization creates inclusive spaces where individuals can engage in athletic activities, fostering teamwork, leadership, and personal growth. By promoting the values of equality, resilience, and community, Kizlar Sahada aims to inspire confidence and solidarity among its members. Kiraz’s journey in civil society began during her psychology studies at Uludağ University, where she joined AIESEC and developed a passion for social impact. After graduating, she moved to the UK, volunteering at Oxfam and earning a master’s in International Human Resources Management with a focus on corporate social responsibility and diversity. Her research was presented at international conferences, and she later worked at Comic Relief Headquarters. Returning to Türkiye in 2011, she applied her expertise in sustainability, gender equality, and leadership in corporate roles until 2018. Since 2014, she has been a dedicated volunteer for Girls on the Field, and after the project won a competition and entered incubation, she transitioned from her corporate career to become a founding partner, driven by her commitment to empowering women through football. Kizlar Sahada: https://www.kizlarsahada.com/tr ----  Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast wherever you get your podcast! Leave us a review and a 5 star rating to help bring others in the world of sports into the conversation! The Sports for Social Impact podcast was nominated for a Sports Podcast Award and Canadian Podcast Award. Send us an email at ⁠⁠sportsforsocialimpact@gmail.com⁠⁠  Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/sportsforsocialimpact⁠⁠ Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-for-social-impact⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram (@SportsSocImpact)  Follow us on Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@sportssocimpact⁠ Join our bookclub: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXiczKtPflGv4vaIEw9wJvGZ2RASB5_3-DIPRU0N-T8Io8Zg/viewform?usp=header Visit our website at ⁠https://www.sportsforsocialimpact.com/⁠

  7. Jul 14

    Step by Step: How Living Streets is Making Walking Accessible (with Zak Viney)

    Living Streets is the UK’s leading charity for everyday walking, dedicated to creating a nation where walking is the natural choice for local journeys. Founded in 1929 as the Pedestrians’ Association, it has a long history of advocating for safer, more accessible streets and improving the walking environment and inspire more people to choose walking as a way to stay healthy, reduce congestion, and lower pollution. Through  campaigns, community projects, and advocacy, Living Streets works with local authorities, schools, and volunteers to make streets more pedestrian-friendly and to promote the benefits of walking for individuals and communities alike. Their mission is to transform streets into vibrant public spaces that bring everyone together.  Zak Viney is the Campaigns & Public Affairs Coordinator at Living Streets. In this role, Zak works to promote pedestrian rights, safer streets, and policies that make walking accessible and enjoyable for everyone.  Links: Living Streets: https://www.livingstreets.org.uk/ Paris 2024 Sustainability: https://library.olympics.com/Default/doc/SYRACUSE/3532845/sustainability-legacy-post-games-report-strategic-focus-delivering-more-sustainable-games-paris-2024 Birmingham 2022 Game Transport Plan: https://www.tfwm.org.uk/media/30vhr1zh/games-transport-plan-january-2022.pdf ----  Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast wherever you get your podcast! Leave us a review and a 5 star rating to help bring others in the world of sports into the conversation! The Sports for Social Impact podcast was nominated for a Sports Podcast Award and Canadian Podcast Award. Send us an email at ⁠⁠sportsforsocialimpact@gmail.com⁠⁠  Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/sportsforsocialimpact⁠⁠ Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-for-social-impact⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram (@SportsSocImpact)  Follow us on Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@sportssocimpact⁠ Join our bookclub: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXiczKtPflGv4vaIEw9wJvGZ2RASB5_3-DIPRU0N-T8Io8Zg/viewform?usp=header Visit our website at ⁠https://www.sportsforsocialimpact.com/⁠

  8. Jun 23

    Uplifting Communities Through Sport (with Fundación Living a Dream, Johann Sebastian Pardo)

    Fundación Living a Dream is rooted in the belief that communities thrive when given the tools to shape their own futures. Founded with a commitment to addressing systemic inequalities, the organization focuses on education, empowerment, and sustainable development to create meaningful, long-lasting change. Their work is built on collaboration, respect, and a deep understanding of local needs, ensuring that every initiative is both practical and transformative. Since its inception, Fundación Living a Dream has grown into a force for positive impact, particularly in regions where resources are scarce and opportunities have been limited. Their projects are designed not just to provide immediate relief, but to foster resilience and self-sufficiency, empowering individuals to take charge of their own paths. At the helm of Fundación Living a Dream is Johann Sebastian Pardo, the co-founder and program manager with over eight years of experience designing and implementing community initiatives in sports, culture, and human rights. His expertise lies in strategic planning, team leadership, and project management, all underpinned by a steadfast commitment to youth empowerment, inclusion, and reducing inequalities. Johann’s work is deeply rooted in collaboration, having partnered with diverse communities to create meaningful social impact. He balances practical action with forward-thinking vision. His leadership ensures that every initiative tackles urgent challenges while laying the groundwork for sustainable growth and new possibilities. Links: Living a Dream Foundation: https://fundacionlivingadream.org/ Living a Dream Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fundacionlad/ Living a Dream contact: admin@fundacionlivingadream.org ----  Please subscribe to the Sports for Social Impact Podcast wherever you get your podcast! Leave us a review and a 5 star rating to help bring others in the world of sports into the conversation! The Sports for Social Impact podcast was nominated for a Sports Podcast Award and Canadian Podcast Award. Send us an email at ⁠⁠sportsforsocialimpact@gmail.com⁠⁠  Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/sportsforsocialimpact⁠⁠ Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-for-social-impact⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram (@SportsSocImpact)  Follow us on Substack: ⁠https://substack.com/@sportssocimpact⁠ Join our bookclub: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfXiczKtPflGv4vaIEw9wJvGZ2RASB5_3-DIPRU0N-T8Io8Zg/viewform?usp=header Visit our website at ⁠https://www.sportsforsocialimpact.com/⁠

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Sports for Social Impact explores the power that sport has to create a positive impact in society. Sport for development & peace is a versatile tool that can be used to tackle many social, environmental & economic challenges such as the Sustainable Development Goals. The hope is that these conversations and ideas will help achieve the maximum benefit of sport in our society. Hosted by David Thibodeau. Contact: sportsforsocialimpact@gmail.com Make sure you follow us on Linkedin and Instagram to stay connected! @SportsSocImpact

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  • Creator
    David Thibodeau
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    145
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © David Thibodeau
  • Show Website
    Sports for Social Impact