Let's campaign for a sporting chance: step by step
Step one - what’s your issue?
The Olympics were founded on the idea that sport is a human right that should be enjoyed by all regardless of race, gender, social standing or impairment. How could anyone disagree with that?
Sadly even in 2010, this ideal is not yet matched in reality.
Many disabled people find it difficult to take part in sport at a local level, get the training they need to take up a new sport or access sporting venues to watch competitive events.
We believe everyone should have the sporting chance to fulfill their potential and access the sporting events they want to.
Have you had difficulty accessing sport in the past? Scope wants to hear from you. We want to know your experience of sport at all levels in Britain today, whether you’re a fan or a budding athlete.
Tell us your experiences (good and bad) by filling in this quick form online.
Step two - What’s the solution?
Well, a great place to start is by getting your local MP on board and making sure the issue is on their radar.
Your local MP is there to stand up for you, so if you want to give everyone a sporting chance, it’s time to write to or email your MP and get them on the case.
It’s so quick and easy to do – we’ve even drafted a template letter (Document, 29.5Kb) for you to use if you’d like.
Step three – Publicise the issue.
Let others know locally what you are doing by downloading our ready made press release (Document, 25Kb) and sending it to your local media. This will raise awareness of your campaign and encourage other people to support you!
Alternatively you can target the letters pages of the local newspaper and get people talking about the issue in your community. Our ready made letter to the Editor (Document, 28kb) is a great starting point.
Step four – Take part in our 2012 survey.
The team at Scope really want to know what you would like to get from the 2012 Olympics – it’s a huge opportunity for the nation and a real chance to make big breakthroughs to give everyone a sporting chance.
Step five – Go straight to the top!
The direct approach can be very effective – especially if large numbers of people make their voices heard.
Why not tell the Government Minister responsible for the 2012 Olympics just how important it is that appropriate steps are taken to make sure this is the most inclusive and accessible Games ever?
Download our template letter and send it to the Minister responsible for giving everyone a sporting chance.
Step six – Let’s get digital!
Disability and human rights campaigners are some of the most innovative out there – so be creative!
Why not make a video of your experience and post it to YouTube or Facebook?
Why not Tweet about the issue and publicise what you’re doing to help the campaign?
There is no right or wrong way to campaign – it’s all about finding new ways to get your message across and your voice heard. So if you’ve made a real impact by trying something new we’d love to hear from you at campaigns@scope.org.uk
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