11-07-2025
Sport Caerphilly recognised for autism inclusivity
The recognition was given by Neurodivergent Wales and highlights its focus on making sport and physical activities more accessible for people with autism and their families.
The new accreditation supports the objectives laid out in the Sport and Active Recreation Strategy 2019-2029.
This strategy outlines a long-term vision to make sport within Caerphilly accessible and inclusive.
To earn the qualification and improve their ability to provide for people with autism, development officers and coaches completed specialist e-learning in understanding autism and effective communication.
This means that the staff are well equipped to provide a genuine understanding and respect when supporting participants.
Moving forward, staff and coaches from Sport Caerphilly will take part in hands-on autism training using the Autism Reality Experience Simulator.
This training aims to provide insights into the sensory challenges faced by autistic individuals, thereby enhancing understanding and inclusive measures within the service.
Sport Caerphilly continues to embed inclusivity into community sports through these efforts, advocating for their vision of more people becoming more active more often.
