Sport and activity-based social inclusion
On 13 July 2006, the Home Office published a report (Positive Futures strategy:
be part of something) which uses case studies to detail the elements of
a social inclusion programme and to explore the political environment and
policy context in which its works.
Positive Futures is a national sport and activity-based social inclusion
programme. In April 2006, Crime Concern took over responsibility on behalf
of the Home Office Crime and Drug Strategy Directorate. Positive Futures
projects are distinguished by five defining characteristics:
- Their strong focus on supporting young people’s progression through
building relationships of mutual respect and trust.
- Their ability to engage young people in the communities they live,
forge strong partnerships within those communities and transform local
public spaces.
- The many opportunities they provide for young people to develop life
skills and work towards accreditation and employment, starting from their
own cultural reference points.
- The extent to which they straddle different agencies, supporting all
of the key outcomes identified as crucial for children and young people.
- Their organic development, informed by research and practice.
The report offers conclusions and can be viewed on the Home
Office website
