Out for Sport

Out For Sport is a non-profit, representative organisation based in London.

History

Founded in 1999 and incorporated in 2013, it is a federation of gay sports clubs in the UK which aims to increase participation of the gay community in sports.[1][2] It also sits as London's representative organisation within the Federation of Gay Games as a full member,[3] giving it two votes on matters such as elections to its board, where the Gay Games is held and other initiatives the Federation is involved in around the world. Part of Out For Sport's role as a member of the Federation of Gay Games is to raise awareness of the Gay Games and encourage participation in the Games. One of the founding members of Out For Sport was Ivan Bussens, a member of the Out To Swim aquatics club.

Organisation

Out For Sport is the UK's only gay sports organisation run by and for sports clubs. It has affiliated clubs in swimming,[4] running, rowing,[5][6] squash, hockey, tennis, rugby, Association football, sailing, martial arts, golf, basketball and roller derby.

Membership

The group's members are appointed by its affiliated clubs. Affiliated clubs can appoint up to two members to the General Assembly, which is responsible for the election of Out For Sport's Committee and which meets throughout the year to steer the Committee and hold it to account.

Management Committee

The Committee of Out For Sport consists of a Chair, Treasurer, Club Liaison and Secretary along with two delegates to the Federation of Gay Games. The Committee is responsible for the day-to-day running of the organisation and is usually in the process of organising the next big social event or sports events throughout the year.[7] The Committee usually meets every month.

See also

References

  1. ↑ Roberts, Scott. "London: LGBT sports clubs offer free taster sessions for budding athletes". PinkNews.co.uk. Retrieved 2013-02-24.
  2. ↑ Matthew Jenkin (2012-07-20). "Gay Londoners come out for sport during Olympics". Gay Star News. Retrieved 2013-02-24.
  3. ↑ "Member organizations - Federation of Gay Games". Gaygames.org. 2013-02-19. Retrieved 2013-02-24.
  4. ↑ http://www.outtoswim.org
  5. ↑ http://www.sohorowingclub.com
  6. ↑ "The Guide: Soho Rowing Club". Gmfa.org.uk. 2012-05-02. Retrieved 2013-02-24.
  7. ↑ Demitri Levantis (2012-06-29). "London’s gay sports teams want you to come out and play during Olympics". Gay Star News. Retrieved 2013-02-24.

External links

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