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By Central YMCA
Our project aims to promote physical activity and wellbeing by creating cost-effective and sustainable outdoor activities, encouraging community engagement with the environment.
Our project aims to enhance physical activity and wellbeing by offering free sports activities, such as yoga, in local parks and green spaces. We aim to create a walking path with educational signs providing information about local flora and fauna, for example the historic tree in Brunswick Square Garden’s, along with tips for physical exercises using natural features, such as benches for tricep dips or chair-based exercise This initiative will encourage walking and light exercise, educate the community about ecology, and raise awareness of green spaces. We will promote community participation and foster a sense of community by involving volunteers and organising events to keep community engagement. Educational signage will be developed with input from local experts and volunteers, focusing on local ecology and exercise tips.
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Why it's a great idea:
Active Green will significantly benefit the community by increasing physical activity through free sports activities and access to fitness equipment in local parks. This will promote outdoor exercise and enhance overall wellbeing. The walking path with educational signs will inform the community about local flora and fauna, raising awareness and appreciation of green spaces. These signs will also offer exercise tips using natural features, encouraging light exercise. The activities will be open to people of all ages, abilities and levels and there will be the option for group or individual exercise depending on each person’s preference. The project will foster greater engagement with local parks, promoting a sense of ownership and pride. By involving volunteers and organising community events, we will build a strong sense of community and ensure the project’s sustainability. We will involve community member's existing expertise and knowledge, to help create this resource for everyone.
Steps to get it done:
Overall, Active Green will improve mental and physical wellbeing, increase knowledge of local ecology, and create a more active, engaged community.
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How will the money be spent?Target (inc. fees) £1,017
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Target (inc. fees) £1,017
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VolunteerCentral YMCA is the world’s first YMCA, and a leading education, health and wellbeing charity. Our mission is to transform lives and improve the physical and mental health of our communities, with a focus on reducing health inequalities and enabling everyone to live a fulfilled life and contribute positively to society.
We believe everyone should have the chance to thrive, regardless of their background, ethnicity, gender or disability; tailoring our approach to meet the specific needs of our community.
We promote learning and the development of new skills with our educational Study Programmes, Apprenticeships and Commercial Courses. We specifically support young people not in education, employment or training (NEET) who have struggled previously in school, who are falling out other educational systems, and/or who face additional challenges.
In addition to tackling education disparities, we actively reduce health inequalities by facilitating access to specialised projects. In our wellbeing hubs in Central London, we deliver bespoke programmes for the management of HIV+ and cardiac conditions diagnoses; create spaces for the older members of our society to exercise safely; and encourage the growth and development of our young people – particularly those at risk through mentoring and personal development support.
Project Owner: Central YMCA The Project Owner takes legal responsibility for receiving and spending the funds raised and ensuring the project is delivered.
