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Understanding and addressing inequalities in physical activity: Evidence-based guidance for commissioners

Status of Publication: Published/Completed
Date produced: 2021
Authoring organisation/Author affiliation: Public Health England
Type of Resource: Technical documentation
Impairment area(s): Pan-impairment
Transport mode(s): Cycling, Walking & Wheeling
Journey stage: Unspecified
Region: United Kingdom (not specified)

Document summary

This guidance can be used by local level practitioners and commissioners to begin tackling inequalities in physical activity across and within protected characteristic groups. It presents the findings of a review, analysis and research aimed at understanding the enablers, barriers and opportunities for increasing physical activity across inequality groups.

Three major themes are identified as considerations for action by practitioners and commissioners:

– enablers, barriers, and identifying opportunity
– community consultation, engagement, and partnership
– adopting a holistic approach for protected characteristics and intersectionality

The document concludes with a full set of recommendations for commissioners and practitioners to consider when designing services and interventions locally.

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