Podcasts Health In Good Health Challenge accepted: sport as a tool for social change

Challenge accepted: sport as a tool for social change

Published: Oct. 26, 2021, 5 a.m.

We know sport and physical activity are good for our bodies and our health, but they\u2019re also good for our mind. In this episode, we talk to Sarah Loh (the first female CEO of an AFL league) and discuss how sport can be used as a tool to create meaningful social connections, the importance of strong role models, as well as generating social change through the world of sport.\n\nShow notes:\nThis interview was recorded during the current Victorian Coronavirus outbreak, in line with the Victorian Government\u2019s COVID public health advice.\n\nTo find out more information on the topics discussed in today\u2019s episode, check out our blogs on the VicHealth website:\n\nPhysical Activity Strategy 2019 \u2013 2023: https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/physical-activity-strategy\n\n\nBoost to grassroots organisations as Victorians reconnect: https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/search/boost-to-grassroots-orgs-as-victorians-reconnect\n\n\nThis Girl Can week: supporting Victorian women to be active again after COVID: https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/search/this-girl-can-week-2021\n\n\nHow to select mental health program providers for sports clubs: https://www.vichealth.vic.gov.au/search/how-to-select-mental-health-program-providers-for-sports-clubs