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Blog 128: Finding Space for Girls in Urban Sports

Susannah Dale is the marketing manager for a physical literacy charity based in Glasgow called Movement Park. Their goal within the community is to develop physical literacy through the power of play, through parkour, skateboarding and cycling. We heard from Susannah about their upcoming skateboarding course to encourage more girls to take up the sport and what their plans for the near future are.
Hannah Scott
August 1, 2025
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BLOG 72: Active activists

Throughout history, the world of sport and activism have often collided. Because athletes and clubs gain exposure, many have decided to use their power to change our world for the better. It is no surprise that in the UK too, campaigns, charity events and movements are often supported by sportspeople. Marcus Rashford, Premier League captains, and many more have raised their voices about issues that mattered to them. But you don't have to go all the way to the top to find examples. Bellahouston Roadrunners are based in Glasgow and started their own campaign, #LightTheWay."For the past couple of years,…