Blogs - Active Essex

The Daily Mile

Alderton Junior School Celebrates The Daily Mile Relaunch

The Daily Mile is a simple, inclusive initiative that encourages children to run, jog, or walk for 15 minutes every day, aiming to improve...

Move Maker

Harry – November Move Maker

We’re pleased to announce that our #MoveWithUs ‘Move Maker’, for the penultimate month of the year is Harry Jeffery! At the beginning of November,...

WGLU

How Make Space for Girls Is Redefining Inclusivity in Parks

Inclusivity starts with the spaces we share. Parks and public spaces should be welcoming environments for everyone, yet for many teenage girls it can...

Active Essex Team's Reflections

Active Essex Team Reflects: Beyond the Numbers

As an Analyst, I believe that data is truly one of the most fascinating lenses to view the world. The truth is, it’s not...

A group of young black men hanging out at the park with their bikes

Jason's Reflections

Turning commitment into change

Leadership for Racial Equity At the beginning of the month, the Active Partnership Network hosted a powerful trilogy of webinars on anti-racism and race...

WGLU

Inclusivity in Sport, a Paralympians’ Perspective

Ellie Challis, from Tendring in Essex, is a swimmer currently at the top of her game with 12 World Championship medals in the past...

Essex Local Delivery Pilot

How an Essex school has transformed its green space to support students.

The garden space of a school in Clacton-on-Sea has recently been repurposed to help teach useful life skills. Lift Clacton, formerly known as Clacton...