Sport and the third sector

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Sport brings great benefits to communities. It plays an important role in tackling health inequality, social exclusion and community cohesion.

Most community sport is delivered by voluntary and community organisations, though sport clubs are often seen as outside the third sector meaning that many don't benefit from the wide range of support and advice NAVCA and its members can offer.

Together, third sector organisations and those involved in sport can generate synergy, share knowledge, skills, expertise and resources to improve effectiveness and reach - vital if we are to provide more opportunities for people who face disadvantage and social exclusion.