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@gmmoving.co.uk
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We lead, support, and connect people and partners to deliver the GM Moving in Action strategy. Changing lives through movement, physical activity, and sport.

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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 01/10/2026
Save the date: GM Moving Conference 2027 📅 Join us on 26/4/27 for our next conference. Together, we'll explore how #Sport, #PhysicalActivity and movement can create healthier, happier and more connected communities, rooted in belonging and hope. Register interest: ow.ly/KQ1v50ZT2mT
Save the date graphic for The GM Moving Conference on Monday 26 April 2027, featuring three photos of audiences at previous conferences.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 22/09/2026
Sometimes a funding conversation becomes something much bigger. With support from Bolton CVS, Delph Sailing Club secured funding for coach development and launched a successful crowdfunding campaign that brought members together and created a lasting community legacy. 🔗 ow.ly/bNGS50ZOIE2
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All Hands On Deck – Crowdfunding success for Delph Sailing Club - Greater Manchester Moving
With the support of Bolton CVS, Delph Sailing Club accessed funding to help bring their sport to more people and communities.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 22/09/2026
Safeguarding adults in sport: would you know what to do if a concern was raised? Join this practical online workshop to strengthen your understanding of adult #Safeguarding and build confidence in recognising and responding to concerns. 📅 26 October, 6pm, online Register: ow.ly/KGxZ50ZIRPZ
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UK Coaching - Safeguarding Adults
This course will build confidence to recognise and respond effectively to adult safeguarding concerns.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 17/09/2026
Great to see James Frith MP, Christian Wakefield MP, and Bury’s Director of Public Health join health workers at Burrs Community Run. Doctors, nurses, and other members of Tower Family Healthcare completed the walk, jog, or run organised by The Sunnywood project. ow.ly/8sw350ZNaCJ
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 16/09/2026
#Collaboration is critical. When people face complex socio-economic challenges it affects their ability to access local services. Here, Paiwand’s story demonstrates how North Trafford PCN and Trafford Leisure work together to improve physical activity and wellbeing. ow.ly/teOu50ZNauw
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 10/09/2026
We're delighted to announce the speaker line-up for Growing the Movement: Celebrating 5 Years of #GreaterManchester Moving in Action, taking place online on 24 September. 📅 24/9, online 👉 Full line-up and registration: ow.ly/AHhY50ZLRGG Please share with colleagues who may be interested.
Banner for 'Growing the Movement' event celebrating 5 years of Greater Manchester Moving, featuring Bev Craig, and speakers Hayley Lever, Tom Stannard, Charlotte Bailey, and Adam Rigarlsford.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 15/09/2026
Do people in your sports club feel heard, valued and understood? Join us for an interactive workshop exploring how active listening can build trust, strengthen relationships and create more inclusive environments in #Sport and physical activity. 📅 10 Nov, online Sign up: ow.ly/JRha50ZIRiF
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Developing a Listening Culture for Sport
Build clubs where people feel heard, valued and understood.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 15/09/2026
Do you know a brilliant #Research partner with experience in community #Sport, place-based working or systems change? Many of you work with or know exceptional researchers, learning partners and organisations. 👉 Please share this with them: ow.ly/Ka5w50ZLtii Deadline: 16/10/26
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 14/09/2026
We're proud of the progress we've made, and we know there's more to learn and do. Next, we're continuing work on race equality and improving #Diversity data for staff and Board members to better understand #Representation and take action. 🧵(6/6) #NationalInclusionWeek #NIW2026 #Inclusion
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 14/09/2026
Alongside this, we've used our channels to celebrate different experiences, amplify diverse voices and promote inclusion throughout the year. Inclusion is about listening, learning and creating a #Culture where people feel valued and respected. 🤸 🧵(5/6)
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 14/09/2026
Equality, equity, diversity and inclusion are part of #Board discussions and decision-making too. Embedding these conversations throughout the organisation helps us stay accountable and keep learning. 🧵(4/6)
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 14/09/2026
We've also improved our #Recruitment processes to help build a more diverse workforce and worked towards #Menopause accreditation to better support colleagues at work. 🧵(3/6)
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 14/09/2026
Over the past few years, we've introduced pronoun awareness training and encouraged colleagues to add pronouns to their email signatures and Teams profiles. Small changes can help create a more welcoming and respectful #Workplace. 🧵(2/6)
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 14/09/2026
National #Inclusion Week feels like a good opportunity to share something we don't often talk about. 👋 Many of our posts focus on our work across #GreaterManchester. Behind the posts, we're also working to learn, improve and become a more #Inclusive organisation. 🧵(1/6)
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 11/09/2026
Great to see the first Leadership Skills Foundation awards underway in Bury, Oldham and Rochdale. Our collaboration is supporting young people who are NEET, care experienced, or referred through social care to build confidence and qualifications. Want to know more? Email jesseastoe@gmmoving.co.uk
Young girl wearing a hijab holding a soccer ball on a green artificial turf field with other players in the background.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 10/09/2026
We're delighted to announce the speaker line-up for Growing the Movement: Celebrating 5 Years of #GreaterManchester Moving in Action, taking place online on 24 September. 📅 24/9, online 👉 Full line-up and registration: ow.ly/AHhY50ZLRGG Please share with colleagues who may be interested.
Banner for 'Growing the Movement' event celebrating 5 years of Greater Manchester Moving, featuring Bev Craig, and speakers Hayley Lever, Tom Stannard, Charlotte Bailey, and Adam Rigarlsford.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 10/09/2026
TW: Mention of suicide. Suicide prevention is everyone's business. This #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, learn how you can help #ChangeTheNarrative on suicide. Read the GM Suicide Prevention Strategy: ow.ly/GbWi50ZIg6C Then do free Learn to Save a Life training: ow.ly/P1a250ZIg6E
Two people smiling and holding hands while walking along a riverside path at sunset with metal railings beside them.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 09/09/2026
#PlaceBased work is often talked about. But what does it look like in practice? We've compiled some examples from our partners in Tameside, where local clubs are finding new ways to reach people and grow opportunities for physical activity. Read: ow.ly/Ocm650ZKlBo
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 08/09/2026
Coaches, volunteers, club committee members and parents: Join the Neurodiversity in Sport training on 22/10. This upcoming session covers ADHD, autism and dyspraxia, alongside practical approaches that make sport and physical activity more inclusive for everyone. Free: ow.ly/GNm850ZIQiy
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Neurodiversity in Sport Training
Join this practical session on neurodiversity in sport, exploring ADHD, autism, dyspraxia and how to create more inclusive experiences.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 08/09/2026
Girls want to be active. Research with Our Goal CIC found that belonging plays a big part in whether teenage girls stay connected to physical activity. ⛹️‍♀️ Discover the changes that could help more girls feel confident, included and motivated to stay active: ow.ly/P2kx50ZFEtv
Three young women in purple shirts performing modified push-ups on purple mats in a gym with wooden floor and wall bars.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 03/09/2026
Who else should join our conversation? On 24/9, we'll reflect on five years of GM Moving in Action and explore what's next for #ActiveLivesForAll across #GreaterManchester. Share with colleagues, partners and networks working to create healthier, happier communities. 🔗 ow.ly/tYeR50ZIa4N
Purple banner promoting the GM Moving in Action 5 year anniversary, Growing the Movement Online Event on 24 September. Underneath is the Greater Manchester logo, and on the left is a photo of colleagues talking during a workshop.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 02/09/2026
Thanks for mentioning us, Joe! We're very happy to help. @jamesdaustin.bsky.social you can email info@gmmoving.co.uk with any questions you have.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 31/08/2026
Our #Communities thrive when people shape the spaces around them. This great story from #Buddle shows how Wigan St Judes ARLFC worked with local people to maximise its facilities and create a more welcoming, #Inclusive environment. www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4vqLLhXe2Y #ActiveLivesForAll
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Wigan St Judes ARLFC | Buddle
Wigan St Judes ARLFC tell Buddle the different ways they found to maximise their facility and to create an engaging and inclusive environment for their community.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 26/08/2026
We love this reminder from Life Leisure of the role that local leisure facilities can play in helping people discover what they’re capable of, whether that leads to sporting success or simply learning a skill for life. ow.ly/HPsN50ZFCOg #Stockport #Swimming
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The Stockport pool that helped shape a Paralympic legend
Before the 19 Paralympic gold medals, Dame Sarah Storey was a young swimmer training in Stockport at Grand Central swimming pool with Stockport Metro.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 20/08/2026
Five years ago, #GreaterManchester launched a bold shared ambition: Active Lives for All. You're part of the progress we have made since. So please join us online on 24/9 as we hear stories of change from across GM, and shape what comes next. events.teams.microsoft.com/event/cef83a...
A purple graphic shows details for the upcoming GM Moving in Action 5 year anniversary event online, on 24 September from 1pm until 3pm. On the left is a photo of a group discussion in a bright room.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 20/08/2026
To mark the #NHS's birthday we went to #parkrun to capture the benefits of connecting health services with local activities. We're working to further strengthen these relationships across GM empowering health staff, improving connections and supporting #prevention. ow.ly/nTCS50ZBA1U
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 19/08/2026
Passionate about tackling inequalities and reducing the barriers to sport and physical activity? #LeadingTheMovement from Sport England is here to help you. Find out more: www.leadingthemovement.org
The image contains 6 graphics showing the Leading the Movement initiatives. These are:

Leaders tackling inequalities 
Your stories
Learning and resources
Leadership Community
Place-based support
Coaching and mentoring

The image contains the Leading the Movement logo on the top left and Sports England logo on the top right.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 17/08/2026
Nominations for the Community Sport and Recreation Alliance Awards are open for 2026, to celebrate the very best of grassroots sport and recreation from across the country. Each winner will receive a £500 prize as extra recognition for their incredible work. Nominate: ow.ly/ki6E50ZAq5v
Gold and white text announcing the Community Sport and Recreation Awards 2026 with hexagonal icons of various sports on a black background.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 17/08/2026
Thinking about applying to the Movement Fund? To make things easier, we've pulled together a new 3-page guide containing the key information applicants need in one place. 👉 If you work with local groups, clubs or organisations that are helping people move more, please do share this #Funding post.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 12/08/2026
When people feel safe, they are more likely to take part, stay involved and benefit from movement. Read how GM Moving is helping to change the culture around #Safeguarding: ow.ly/bYzr50ZxFrU #PhysicalActivity #Inclusion #GreaterManchester
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 11/08/2026
Can we add a recommendation to your reading list?🌞 Hayley Lever's self-published first book, Leading from the Balcony, is now available in Waterstones and @blackwells.bsky.social Get your copy via: Waterstones: ow.ly/1gEH50Zy2Tz Blackwell's: ow.ly/e2XK50Zy2TA
Leading from the Balcony book cover showing author Hayley Lever on a rocky cliff. The text either side of the image says "available now" and "all sales support the charity Greater Manchester Moving"
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 11/08/2026
How can we strengthen collaboration to tackle inequalities through physical activity in #GreaterManchester ? Join us at the next Tackling Inequalities #Network on 2 September to connect, share learning and build momentum together. Register: ow.ly/kvIX50ZxpoJ
Two men holding microphones engaged in a discussion at the Tackling Inequalities Network.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 10/08/2026
GM Moving is supporting the 10th Healthy City Design International Congress as a Community Partner. We'll be exploring how designing active, inclusive, and connected places supports healthier lives, strengthens communities, and reduces health inequalities. Register: www.healthycitydesign.global
Graphic for the Healthy City Design event on October 20-22 at Lowry in, Salford. The GM Moving logo is underneath the Community Partner heading.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 06/08/2026
Our GM Walking and Wheeling Fund, supported by @nhsgm.bsky.social, distributed nearly £85,000 to community organisations in 2025/26. This week, we've published our Impact Report to show how this investment has benefited organisations and individuals. Find out more: ow.ly/n6jO50Zx5mC
The front cover of the GM Walking and Wheeling Fund Impact Report for 2025/26 featuring a photo of Angels of Hope for Women.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 06/08/2026
When girls feel they belong, they're more likely to stay active. We've proudly funded and supported She Belongs Here, research with teenage girls in #GreaterManchester exploring what helps them engage with physical activity. The insights are practical and worth a read: ow.ly/faLQ50ZvJ9q
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She Belongs Here: Our Research with GM Moving to understand why teenage girls drop out of physical activity in school.
Earlier this year, Our Goal CIC partnered with Greater Manchester Moving to carry out original research into why teenage girls drop out of physical activity. We ran focus groups with girls aged 13 to 16 in Greater Manchester, using creative methods to draw out their honest responses. What we found is that girls aren't dropping out of sport because they don't want to move. They're dropping out because of how it feels to be there.What girls told us - the key pointsAcross schools and community sett
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 05/08/2026
Who's the best #Leadership development, #Coaching or facilitation partner you've worked with? We're looking for delivery partners for 'Leading and Moving in GM' and would love your help to reach them. Please share, recommend or tag someone: ow.ly/QX1G50Zws5p
Logo for Greater Manchester Moving featuring colourful arrow symbols in orange, green, blue, and pink beneath the text.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 05/08/2026
New guidance from the Movement Fund explores the link between #Sustainability, participation and inequalities in grassroots #Sport. Explore the practical, low-cost steps to help cut costs, strengthen resilience and keep opportunities open for local communities: ow.ly/5ZuQ50ZvIQO
A group of people playing soccer on a grassy field with one player in a blue sleeveless top running towards the ball.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 04/08/2026
What could your community do with an extra £3,000 to help people living with #Parkinsons move more? If you've got an idea that could help more people move, connect and improve their #Wellbeing, apply now: ow.ly/HmZH50ZvJuS
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 31/07/2026
This #SouthAsianHeritageMonth, we're celebrating the community leaders showing how movement, faith and belonging can go hand in hand. Imam Abid explains how trusted community spaces can help create welcoming and inclusive opportunities for movement: www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_Br...
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Faith and fitness come together at Cheadle Masjid
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 30/07/2026
Everyone deserves to feel like sport is a place where they belong.🎾 This South Asian Heritage Month, we're inspired by Hijabi Serves, which is creating new opportunities for Muslim women and girls to enjoy #Tennis, build confidence and be part of a supportive community. 🔗 ow.ly/oXaO50ZuAK3
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How Hijabi Serves is creating new opportunities for Muslim women in tennis
Meet Hijabi Serves, a grassroots initiative founded by Bakhtaver Mohammad that is opening up opportunities for Muslim and South Asian women to play the sport.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 30/07/2026
Here's a great example of how #Place-based approaches are creating valuable local spaces to live, play and be active in #GreaterManchester. The Football Foundation, #Rochdale Council, YourTrust Rochdale + Rochdale AFC Community Trust and local partners collaborated to design this valuable asset.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 22/07/2026
If you’re in #GreaterManchester, we want to hear about your experience of using our roads — whether you walk, cycle, drive or use public transport. Complete the survey: www.qualtrics.manchester.ac.uk/jfe/… #VisionZeroGM #InclusiveTransport #PublicEngagement
Woman cycling on a street with a message inviting women in Greater Manchester to share their travel experiences.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 20/07/2026
Men’s #MentalHealth is a conversation we all need to keep showing up for. Join Andy’s Man Club on 19 August in #Manchester for a free session on raising awareness and sharing practical ways we can better support men in our communities, workplaces and through #Sport. 🔗https://ow.ly/Cq1550ZlqOY
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 16/07/2026
We're #Hiring! This is a flexible finance role that contributes to something bigger across #GreaterManchester. Role: #Finance Officer Hours: 22.2 per week Contract: 12 months maternity cover Salary: £30,518 – £33,143 pro rata Info: www.gmmoving.co.uk/jobs/finance-off…
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 16/07/2026
We're delighted that our Health Impact Report for 2025/26 has been published. The report captures our progress, impact, and future ways to build on and spread approaches, after the second of a three-year funding agreement with NHS GM. Read: www.gmmoving.co.uk/wp-content/u... #ActiveLivesForAll
Blue GM Moving graphic with text: "Accelerating momentum: Integrating movement in GM's health systems, 2025/26"
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 14/07/2026
Running a #Sports club can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to figure it out alone. Whether you’re a coach, #Volunteer or committee member, join us for a day built around the reality of running a club and learn how to make it more manageable. Register: ow.ly/R1RP50ZmOY2
Greater Manchester Moving Sports Club Conference 2026 promotional graphic with diverse speakers and athletes in hexagonal frames on purple background.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 13/07/2026
Just a few days left to apply! We are looking for someone who enjoys working with people, is organised and creative, and wants to make a difference. This is a varied role with scope to build skills across projects, events and comms. Apply: ow.ly/4KVl50ZmqgM #Hiring #Project #Jobs
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 09/07/2026
Sport should be for everyone. This fantastic story from our partner shows how #YoungPeople can overcome barriers and step into leadership roles - as long as we provide appropriate and powerful support. buff.ly/OdbhWCU That's a wrap on our thread for #NSSW2026 !🧵
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A journey through sport: from physical barriers to leadership - Greater Manchester Moving
A story of one young person's resilience, leadership and joy through physical activity and sport in Stockport
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 09/07/2026
How can we transform passion into life skills for young people who love sport? See how powerful partnerships with colleges in Greater Manchester are helping young leaders to build long-term skills, confidence and experience. buff.ly/MntfiDd #NSSW2026 🧵
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How the Greater Manchester School Games develops emerging leaders through links with the FE College  - Greater Manchester Moving
Katie and Nicole, students at Hopwood Hall College, share how the Rochdale Borough School Games Partnership helped them develop as leaders.
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Greater Manchester Moving @gmmoving.co.uk · 09/07/2026
#Sport has transformed one shy student into a confident leader in Greater Manchester. Read Liz’s journey to see how School Games can help young people to grow in confidence and step into long-term leadership roles. buff.ly/0evmIkL #NSSW2026 🧵
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From shy student to confident leader: Liz's School Games journey - Greater Manchester Moving
Thanks to School Games, Liz is a far cry from the shy Year 7 student she once was. Now a confident leader and mentor, she has become a pillar of the community in Tameside.
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