Dear partners,
We’re looking for a group of young people to work with us to help influence and shape sport in Scotland.
Do you know someone who has got what it takes to speak up for sport? Please encourage them to apply online at https://sportscotland.org.uk/sport-panel we would love to hear from them!
Who can apply?
We are looking for young people who are:
- Living in Scotland
- Aged between 14 - 23
- Passionate about sport
- Wanting to make a difference
- Able to commit 3 hours a week on a voluntary basis
We welcome applications from young people from a wide range of backgrounds and those with protected characteristics.
Applications will close at 10:00pm on Monday 24 February 2020
About the Young People’s Sport Panel
The Young People’s Sport Panel (YPSP) is led by sportscotland and supported by Young Scot and is a is a fantastic opportunity for aspiring young leaders. Over the years the experience has made a positive difference to the lives of past and present panel members and they have made an important contribution to Scottish sport.
Panel members have been involved in a range of activities and work in project groups on topics they feel passionate about. They also represent sportscotland at various conferences, workshops and events to influence decision making. They also create content for the web and social media to raise the profile of sport.
You can follow the work of the Young People's Sport Panel on social media using #sportpanel. More information is available at: https://sportscotland.org.uk/sportpanel
What do current panel members have to say about it?
“Being in the YPSP has without a doubt developed me as a person, I have gained so much from it. I have networked and made so many connections with people that I would have never got in touch with before. I have had the amazing support of sportscotland which has helped me gain confidence and they have shown to me that if you put the hard work in, you really can make a difference” – Eilidh
“My time on the panel has been a once in a lifetime opportunity. The wonderful people I've met and worked with have shown me truly incredible power of sport. The events I've attended and taken part in have allowed me to enhance so many different skills and qualities within myself. It is two years that I will not forget any time soon.” - Declan
Resources and further info
Our website is packed full of information about the sport panel, including a toolkit of promotional materials.
· Recruitment toolkit including posters, digital banners for Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and draft social media posts. Please use these tools to raise awareness of the opportunity and encourage young people in your network to apply.
· Frequently asked questions and details on the process of application, interviews and what applicants can expect if they progress to the interview stage.
· Current and former panel members discussing the work they have done and why they think young people should apply.
· Application form and guidance note to help people when completing their form.
· Accessibility information copies of the guidance note can be found in various formats including video and British Sign Language.
Click here to access the toolkit
Get in touch
If you wish to speak to someone about the Young People’s Sport Panel, please contact: steven.coulter@sportscotland.org.uk
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