Sports Forums 25/26

What are Sports Forums?

Sports Forums were introduced in 25/26 as part of the mandatory training cycle for Sports Club Committee Leaders and members. The aim of the forums is to upskill and increase knowledge around specific important topics such as Trans Inclusion in Sport and Active Bystander training along with knowledge for the day to day running of your club.

Who needs to attend?

We ask that one representative from your club attends each forum to ensure that the information can then be relayed to the rest of your club. We understand there may be times when someone cannot attend and we ask that you email sportsadmin@yorksu.org if this is the case.

What if no one comes from our Club?

As stated at the beginning of the year, it is very important that some attends and attendance is monitored at each session. If you miss more than one forum then this will impact club grant release in January and possibly into the next academic year.

Sanctions will be communicated with clubs directly if they are impacted and the sanctions are at the discretion of the Sports Committee.

2025/2026 Timeline

Semester 1

• Wednesday 17th September Incoming Committee Session

• Wednesday 17th September Skills Development Workshops

• Wednesday 24th September Concussion Toolkit Session

• Monday 6th October Forum 1: An Introduction to EDI 

• Tuesday 21st October Forum 2: Empowering Active Bystanders

• Tuesday 4th November Forum 3: Neurodivergent and Inclusive Culture (Led by North Yorkshire Sport)

• Thursday 4th December Forum 4: Trans and Non Binary Inclusion in Sport (Led by North Yorkshire Sport)

Semster 2 (Please note the topic and room may be subject to change)

• Monday 16th February Forum 5: Engaging Diverse Communities

• Monday 2nd March Ratification Training

• Thursday 19th March Forum 6: Accelerating Club Development Planning

• Wednesday 6th May Incoming Committee Training

For any questions then please email sportsadmin@yorksu.org