activeharlow
activeharlow
The aim of activharlow is to raise the profile of sport and be
the voice of sport in Harlow.
Be the local advocate for sport and physical activity. Bring
together key partners to deliver a partnership approach to funding,
activity co-ordination and delivery for all in the community.
Identify local needs and develop Action Plans for delivery and
aligning to Sportessex Strategy for Sport. Work closely with
sportessex and their dedicated member of staff to maximise
opportunities.
Facilitate effective communication in the development and provision
of sport, physical and creative activities.
Secure resources from a broad range of organisations and seek
funding from external sources to deliver its objectives. Identify
issues and barriers to target groups accessing and participating in
new opportunities and activities and work towards achieving
possible solutions. Respond to the needs of the voluntary sector by
promoting and delivering education, training and coaching
initiatives. Monitor progress of the action plan
Consult on people's needs and wants and look to fill gaps. Act
in an advisory role to local community and voluntary groups.
Promote inclusion and provide equality of access to opportunities
and activities. Take action to achieve its aims through strategic
co-ordination, planning and delivery.
Harlow is part of a national movement to create a single system
for sport. It is envisaged that every Local Authority Area
will have a Community Sports
Network. activeharlow is leading the way in
Essex and is the first Community Health, Sport, Physical Activity
Network to officially launch.
activeharlow map
A new activeharlow map guide to healthy living
.... where to walk, cycle and have fun outdoors in Harlow. Map
edition 2008 was launched 24th August with Harlow Chairman Tony
Hall raising the town's official Olympiad flag to mark the end of
the Beiging Games and the beginning of the countdown to London
2012. The activeharlow map acts as a guide to all the sports and
leisure activities available in Harlow. For more information on a
link to this map see activeharlow map link below and discover how
easy it is to make physical activity part of your day.
Follow the links below for general information on
activeharlow and it's aims
activeharlow organises a range of
activities to encourage people to lead an active
lifestyle. These activities change throught the year.
Current activities include: