Jo Schumann

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

Struggling to keep your community motivated?

#REDJanuary is a brilliant way to reignite the spark ⚡

It provides a shared focus that brings people together, encouraging connection and movement to support mental and physical health.

Find out more: https://t.co/VOmiaF1mf8

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

2025: That’s a wrap! 🎁

We’re reflecting on a massive year for our sector and city region and looking ahead to a landmark 2026:

🌍 Championing gender equity.
📍 Tackling local barriers to activity.
🚀 Entering a new chapter as an organisation.

Happy holidays from all at MSP ✨

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

📢 TERM 2 ANNOUNCEMENT

Schools across the Liverpool City Region have now been selected for the Term 2 Active Lives Survey! 📩

Check your inbox (and your junk folder!) to see if you are one of the chosen schools helping to shape the future of youth activity #ActiveLives

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

From the Wirral coast to the St Helens canal network, our region is defined by water 🌊

Research shows that "blue space" lowers stress and boosts mood.

With miles of coastline, rivers, and canals across LCR, find your nearest blue space and let the water do the work.

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

Need fitness staff? 🏋️

Through the Liverpool City Region Employability Pilot, we are looking for LCR employers who are ready to recruit but want to reduce the risk and cost associated with finding the right people.

Here's what you need to know 👇

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

Congrats to our Welfare Officer, Matt Moran! 🌟

He’s stepped up to the plate as the new U18 Head Coach for @BritishBaseball and proving you don’t need to create a high-pressure environment to force results.

It’s a great example of how welfare and performance go hand-in-hand.

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

“Men don’t have to change their running routes.”

But 89% of women do to stay safe ❌

Women are already changing their behaviour. It’s time to shift the focus.

We support the "Man to Man" initiative, calling on men to step up & start #TakingAction.

👉 https://t.co/a0Sbjckke9

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

When children enjoy sport, they’re more likely to stay active for life ⚽🏉🎾

That’s why we’re proud to support the @playtheirway campaign, which offers free resources to help you champion a child-first approach.

👉 Find out more and join the movement: https://t.co/mQDMovYXvb

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

@Sport_England's latest data confirms that active young people are...

🧠 Happier: Reporting higher happiness scores (7.1 vs 6.7).
💪 Resilient: More likely to keep trying when things get tough.
🤝 Trusting: More likely to trust people their own age.

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

🗣️ "We need women's voices in the room."

Without diverse leadership, we cannot shift culture or close the gender activity gap.

Our CEO Justine Blomeley discusses this vital work in a new feature for @cimspa.

Become a member to read more: 👉 https://t.co/stkI8wqsIJ

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

Movement matters – and we all belong.

Today, on #IDPD2025, we're reaffirming our commitment to making sport accessible to everyone in #LCR.

Data from @AllForActivity shows why this is critical:

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

Ready to move from intention to action? 🚀

@LpoolCityRegion has made history by committing to gender equity in sport. But to turn this global pledge into a local reality, we need YOU.

Here's how you can show your support in three simple steps 🧵👇

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

Looking for support to make your club or facility more inclusive this winter?

Buddle (supported by Sport England) has released a new set of free tools, guidance, and real-world examples to help community organisations like yours succeed!

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

Shape the future of sport and physical activity in St Helens! 🗣️

There's still time to sign up for the "Open Conversation: Women in Movement, Physical Activity & Sport Roles" event, hosted by St Helens Council's Sports Development Team.

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

💰 The latest figures from @Sport_England are in, and they prove that health really is wealth.

📍 National Impact: £123bn in social value.
📍 Liverpool City Region Impact: £3.2bn estimated social value.
📍 The Opportunity: An extra £20bn available by tackling inequalities.

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

🕯️ Today marks #WhiteRibbonDay and the start of Liverpool City Region's 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence.

We are proud to stand with our partners across the region to say there is #NoExcuse for violence.

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

Connecting the dots between people, place, and planet ♻️🌍

Last week, we joined our Active Partnerships colleagues in Birmingham for the 'Thriving Communities' event!

A great chance to collaborate on building a sustainable future for the physical activity sector. 🧵

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

We understand Active Lives might be part of an already long to-do list.

But here’s why it matters – for your school, and for the Liverpool City Region 👇

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

Physical activity empowers. Yet 75% of trans & nonbinary people avoid it due to fear of discrimination (@LGBTfdn).

This #TransgenderAwarenessWeek, help your club become actively inclusive 🏳️‍⚧️

👉 Read the guide: https://t.co/6XkbbyND6m

[M S P @MerseysideSport]

The gender activity gap often starts in schools.

❌ According to @YouthSportTrust research, girls are over three times more likely than boys to lack confidence when taking part in physical activity.

Read the full findings here: https://t.co/6Z1lUGgZYf