Position
Regional Equity Officer (Women & Girls Sport Physical Activity) North West
Role & Responsibility of Post
To work on a strategic level to support the development of Women and Girls access to, participation, employment and leadership in sport and physical activity across the North West of England within the context of the Regional plan for sport and physical activity, "North West on the Move, 2004-2008".
Occupation
As above
How I Became Involved in Sport & Physical Activity
Played cricket from about the age of seven, which became a big part of my life. Played other sports including hockey and football but cricket took over. Stopped playing cricket following a slight crisis of confidence but now back involved in the game and working in a voluntary capacity with the Yorkshire County Squads.
Career Path
- Teacher - Physical Education
- School Sport Co-ordinator
- Leisure Consultant
- Regional Equity Officer
Qualifications
- GCSEs
- A Levels
- BA (Hons) Physical Education with Business & Management Studies
- PGCE Secondary (Physical Education)
- ECB Level I and Level II Coaching Awards
Participation/Volunteering in Sport
- Played Cricket for Yorkshire and Junior England
- Played Leeds Schools Hockey
- Enjoy recreational swimming
- Currently the Vice-Chair of the Yorkshire Women's Cricket Association (YWCA)
Reasons for Getting Involved with WSF NW
Personally I have had so many positive experiences and made so many friends through my involvement in sport that it would be great if I were able to enable others to have the same positive experience. I also believe that women have a lot to offer in terms of skills and should be given every opportunity to develop and use these either in a professional or voluntary capacity.
Interesting Fact
I was once on Saturday morning TV with David English playing cricket in a jumper knitted for me by a relative, which was far too small. I was also once the 'cover girl' on the BNF Educational catalogue!!