The voluntary position of Treasurer has become available and therefore we are offering our members the opportunity to take on this role and join the IPLA Operations Team. The post Treasurer Role: Invitation to apply to join a global team of consultants, practitioners and researchers. appeared first on IPLA ..read more

The voluntary position of Research Lead has become available and therefore we are offering our members the opportunity to take on this role and join the IPLA Operations Team. The post Research Lead Role: Invitation to apply to join a global team of consultants, practitioners and researchers. appeared first on IPLA ..read more

IPLA was honored to open the Change The Game (Sweden) annual conference in Umeå last month (September 2024), focused on promoting “Quality Movement Experiences” as a tool for improving health, enhancing public spaces, boosting social capital, and increasing overall wellbeing. The post IPLA addresses Change The Game annual conference in Umea, Sweden appeared first on IPLA ..read more

The International Physical Literacy Association (IPLA) is a registered charity in England, formed in 2014 to promote and encourage the adoption of physical literacy across the life course. The voluntary position of Treasurer has become available and therefore we are offering our members the opportunity to take on this role and join the IPLA Operations Team. The post Invitation to apply to join a global team of consultants, practitioners and researchers. appeared first on IPLA ..read more

We are excited to announce the publication of a groundbreaking new paper by Johannes Carl, Johannes Jaunig, Leonie Schnith, Jochen Mayer, Justen O’Connor, and Lisa Young titled "Mapping the ‘Lifelong Journey’ of Physical Literacy: A Biographical Assessment Method for the Physical Activity and Health Context." This paper introduces the Biographical PL Mapping (BMAP-PL) method, a flexible tool that explores individuals' unique journeys of physical literacy through life. By capturing personal experiences and transitions, BMAP-PL offers both qualitative and quantitative insights, opening new pathw ..read more

Introduction of Biographical Physical Literacy Mapping: Online Webinar We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our incredible guest speakers, Johannes Jaunig, Johannes Carl, and Lisa Young, for delivering an insightful session on “The Introduction of Biographical Physical Literacy Mapping” during the latest IPLA webinar. Your expertise and engaging presentations have undoubtedly left a lasting impact on all attendees. The session explored the innovative approach of Biographical Physical Literacy Mapping (BMAP-PL) and highlighted its significance in capturing the dynamic journey of indi ..read more

https://www.youthsporttrust.org/news-listings/news/general-election-2024 Commenting on the announcement of the General Election, Chair of the IPLA, Nigel Green, said that the IPLA is fully supportive of the statement provided by Chief Executive Officer of the Youth Sport Trust, Ali Oliver MBE, about the need to put children and young people front and centre of the policy debate. Nigel also went on to suggest that ‘physical activity for all should be a clear priority for any government’. There is a national wellbeing crisis and physical activity, play and sport are vital to improve the health ..read more

Could you help the IPLA? Invitation to support the IPLA as a Trustee www.physical-literacy.org.uk The International Physical Literacy Association (IPLA) is a registered charity in England, formed in 2014 to promote and encourage the adoption of physical literacy across the life course in accordance with the philosophy and approach advocated by its founder, and President – Dr Margaret Whitehead. The concept of physical literacy has been adopted and adapted in many countries and settings, and it is being increasingly referenced and applied in policy and practice worldwide. The IPLA was establish ..read more

Invitation to Tender for Management of the International Physical Literacy Association’s Digital Offer www.physical-literacy.org.uk The International Physical Literacy Association (IPLA) is a registered charity in England, formed in 2014 to promote and encourage the adoption of physical literacy across the life course in accordance with the philosophy and approach advocated by its founder, and President – Dr Margaret Whitehead. The concept of physical literacy has been adopted and adapted in many countries and settings, and it is being increasingly referenced and applied in policy and practice ..read more

Members of the IPLA were invited to the International Conference on Physical Education and Sports, hosted by Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE) in Gwalior, India. The Conference was a remarkable gathering, uniting over 270 delegates from more than 15 countries. Among the attendees were diverse stakeholders from various sectors of the sports and physical education landscape, including academics, researchers, sports skill development professionals, sports nutritionists, advocates for physical literacy, and champions of sports for para-athletes. Additionally, the event we ..read more