Research
We lead the way in gathering insight on disabled people in sport and activity. This page contains relevant research, including all studies commissioned, published and released by us or in partnership. For more on our work, contact our research team.
Found 42 research articles.
The reality of sporting dreams for young disabled people (April 2025)
A research report that explores young people’s perceptions of the Paralympics and if they feel inspired, included, and supported in sport.
The role of healthcare professionals (April 2025)
A research report that explores the role of healthcare professionals in supporting disabled people into physical activity.
Research into the workforce gap (Jan 2025)
In-depth research by Better Decisions Together sheds light on barriers and enablers for disabled people in the workforce.
Social value of disabled people’s physical activity (Dec 2024)
State of Life assessed disabled people’s physical activity using HM Treasury endorsed methodology.
Activity Alliance Annual Survey Impairment Report (Sept 2024)
Report outlining findings from people with different impairments who took part in our Annual Disability and Activity Survey 2023-24.
Activity Alliance Research Charter
Our charter, co-created with disabled people, highlights best practice for conducting research.
Activity Alliance Annual Disability and Activity Survey (June 2024)
Our latest national survey results show that disabled people still face significant barriers when trying to be active in their communities.
Activity Alliance Annual Survey Impairment Report (Sept 2023)
Report outlining findings from people with different impairments who took part in our Annual Disability and Activity Survey 2022-23.
Annual Disability and Activity Survey Demographic Report (Sept 2023)
This report outlines findings from people from different demographic groups from our Annual Disability and Activity Survey 2022-23.
Activity Alliance Annual Disability and Activity Survey (June 2023)
Our latest national survey results reveals a need to reduce disabled people’s cost of living and loneliness to improve activity levels.
Developing inclusive leaders in Haringey (Feb 2023)
Research report from the Get Out Get Active programme examining the key qualities and skills of physical activity deliverers and leaders.
Census 2021 - Disability in England and Wales
Our research and insight team analyses information on disabled people's population in England and Wales taken from the Census 2021 data.
