“More than the sport itself – having fun and being together" (Richard, Pride Out)

• Rather than viewing the junior section as a discrete part of the club, consider how a club-wide celebration of the junior section can be fostered.
• Hold inclusive social events that will enable young people to feel part of the club and support older young people who are transitioning to the adult section.
• Consider how former members of the junior section can stay in touch after they leave.
• Research and learn about your audience, and the people you are attracting, and trying to attract; think about the diversity of needs and issues that may arise to ensure you are aware of these. This will help you to understand and address any needs or concerns and feel more confident and able to address these.
• Seek additional training for any issues or concerns you feel less confident.

“Inclusion for the club more generally: conversations happen between folk who may not otherwise meet" (Richard, Pride Out)

Links to best practice and other sources of support:

National Children and Young People’s Participation Standards for Wales has a resource with suggestions on how to reward young people for their involvement:

Young Minds

Participation People has created a lovely guidance with inspiration on how you might recognise and reward young people:

Participation People

British Wheelchair Basketball have a good range of annual awards on their website that includes rising star, young volunteer of the year and services to sport:

British Wheelchair Basketball