The DSAuk renews its 10-year strategy and looks to the future
The Dwarf Sports Association UK (DSAuk) has released a new 10-year strategy. It sets out how it will develop its services to engage, support and ensure quality delivery and opportunity for people with dwarfism in sport and recreation.
The strategy outlines their core mission, vision, values and focus to drive their work forward. They look to building on the last 10-year strategy which has resulted in an impressive growth of the charity.
DSAuk Mission
To offer everyone with dwarfism in the United Kingdom inclusive sporting and recreational activities, regardless of their location, sporting ability or financial circumstances.
DSAuk Vision
- All dwarfs are supported to lead fulfilling, active and healthy lives
- All families of children born with dwarfism are engaged in what DSAuk has to offer
- An evolving regional structure facilitates a range of sport and recreational activities
- DSAuk continues to be recognised as the expert in sport and physical activity for people with dwarfism throughout the world
- All sporting organisations know what DSAuk does and advocate on our behalf
There are around 3500 people with achondroplasia and another 2500 to 3000 people with other types of bone dysplasia’s that can restrict growth. The DSA plan to offer appropriate and inspiring sport and activity for all people of all ages through their comprehensive network of DSAuk regions and external partners.
The new strategy will use a strong network of community organisations in the sport world to tackle inequalities and improve access that lead to an active life.
The DSAuk received an investment from Sport England in April 2022 and can take part in its Uniting the Movement strategy. This will be used to support the sector to recover from the impact of the Covid-19 crisis and ongoing cost of living crisis. It will help them to work together with the sports sector to achieve our vision over the next 10-years.
You can read more on the DSAuk's website by clicking here.
