Championing Inclusion: A Leadership Roadmap for Expert Organisations
INTRO ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT
Reaching the expert level reflects a deep, sustained commitment across all six intervention areas of the ChangeMakers framework. At this stage, your organisation is not only implementing good practice you are positioned to lead, innovate, and influence the wider sector.
Important note: Although this resource is openly available on our website, it is designed to be used after completing the ChangeMakers self assessment. If you haven’t taken it yet, we strongly encourage you to do so to ensure your next steps are targeted and effective.
ACTIONS OVERVIEW
Your priorities now shift toward innovation, leadership, and continuous improvement. The six intervention areas continue to operate as an interconnected system: strong prevention reduces the need for countering. Good monitoring improves reporting. Effective networking strengthens all areas. Focus on your gaps but remember that progress in one area supports progress in others.
For detailed guidance on implementing each intervention area, access the full ChangeMakers Policy and Practice Guidelines at changemakers.isca.org
CHANGEMAKERS DETAILED ACTION PLAN FOR EXPERT ORGANISATIONS
Your detailed suggested list of actions follows here. We suggest you now focus on innovation, leadership, and continuous improvement across all areas (to be adapted to your own reality):
NETWORKING - Immediate Priority (0-6 months)
1. Lead by Example
For example:
● Share your practices with other organisations through workshops or case studies
● Mentor smaller clubs in your network
● Publish your policies and resources openly
PREVENTION - Immediate Priority (0-6 months)
2. Advanced Training
For example:
● Bring in external experts for specialised training (intersectionality, trauma-informed practice)
● Develop peer education programmes where members train each other
● Create a training resource library
MONITORING - Immediate Priority (0-6 months)
3. Deepen Engagement
For example:
● Establish an Inclusion Advisory Group with diverse voices
● Conduct in-depth qualitative research (focus groups, interviews) with members
● Create feedback loops, ensuring continuous learning
PREVENTION (CONTINUED) - Medium-Term Action (6-18 months)
4. Innovation and Excellence
For example:
● Pilot innovative inclusion initiatives (scholarship programmes, transport support, technology access)
● Apply for national or international recognition/certification
● Seek research partnerships with academic institutions
COUNTERING - Medium-Term Action (6-18 months)
5. Systemic Change
For example:
● Influence your sport's governing body to adopt better inclusion practices
● Advocate for policy changes at the regional or national level
● Build coalitions with other organisations for collective impact
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AFEGUARDING - Medium-Term Action (6-18 months)
6. Continuous Improvement
For example:
● Conduct annual comprehensive reviews of all policies and practices
● Benchmark against international best practices
● Stay updated on emerging inclusion issues (e.g., transgender inclusion, neurodiversity)
MONITORING (CONTINUED) - Medium-Term Action (6-18 months)
7. Measure Impact
For example:
● Develop sophisticated metrics for inclusion outcomes (not just participation numbers)
● Track member satisfaction and belonging across different groups
● Publish annual inclusion reports with transparency about challenges
NETWORKING (CONTINUED) - Medium-Term Action (6-18 months)
8. Deepen External Impact
For example:
● Strengthen partnerships requiring shared anti-discrimination values
● Create sector-wide initiatives
● Contribute to policy development at national/European level
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