Creating the conditions for a more active Central South Wales
The Central South Active Partnership (CSAP) provides strategic leadership for sport and physical activity across the region (Bridgend, Rhondda Cynon Taff, Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan).
We believe movement can bring far reaching benefits for people and communities. For our region it's a powerful driver of wellbeing, connection and opportunity.
Yet too many people across the region are not experiencing these benefits and some groups are far less likely to experience the benefits of movement than others.
That's why we're doing things differently. We're not just changing programmes or projects, we're reshaping how systems work, how partners collaborate and how the story of movement is told. We're building on success and exploring new ideas. By working in new ways and challenging old models we're making movement part of everyday life, for more people, in more places, everyday.
Our ambition is simple but bold
To make movement part of the everyday and create a happier, healthier region
What makes us different
A systems approach
We look beyond delivery to create the conditions for change, social norms and attitudes, spaces and places, programmes and opportunities, governance and policy.
Collaboration as a capability, not a slogan
We co-create with health, local government, education and communities, sharing ownership, insight, and impact.
Leadership as a core asset
We nurture shared leadership, supporting people to lead from their place in the system.
Inclusion at the heart of everything we do
We listen to diverse voices, prioritise equity and design for everyone to create a more inclusive system.
A broader definition of movement
From playing in school, cycling to work, enjoying the outdoors or joining a sports club we champion movement that fits real lives.
A modern, human story
We talk about movement in ways people recognise themselves in. Grounded in lived experience, possibility and progress, not performance or pressure.
The impact we're here to create
- More people moving more often
- More inclusive, connected communities
- A region where movement supports wellbeing
Where we are now
We're in a build phase—building the foundations for change. This means investing in the conditions that help movement thrive, exploring ways of working, building our insight base, supporting leadership and learning, strengthening partnerships and making new connections.
We're just getting started, so watch this space
For further information get in touch with our team
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