SHAPE
SHAPE is a non-governmental organization, free from political, clans, religion and ethnic divisions.
We provide information, advice, and support services by using a holistic approach and considering the emotional, physical, social, and spiritual wellbeing of everyone. Our work is dedicated to building confidence and skills at the same time promoting diversity and inclusion, social cohesion and integration within the community.
SHAPE is committed to creating a safe, nurturing, positive and competitive environment, where opportunities are presented to individuals of all abilities and ages to compete in the sport of athletics to the best of their ability. We strive to ensure that each Shape member will be enabled
to have fun, to make new friends, to experience the unique culture of athletics, to learn about participating positively in a team sport, and to reach their maximum potential through excellence in coaching and support.
We aim to support you in an effective manner.
- Cultural Integrity:We have integrated a cultural approach in everything we do.
- Respect & Equality:Treat everyone with dignity regardless of race, gender, sexuality, religion, disability and social status.
- Confidentiality:We handle every case with a lot of care and due diligence.
SHAPE Guiding Principles
- Accessible – We aim to make sport accessible for all, and to build an inclusive environment where all members of our community are welcomed and enabled to access a high quality sporting environment.
- Ambition – We aim to develop a culture of ambition and to develop coaching structures that enable members to develop as competitive athletes.
- Dedication – We encourage and expect all members to make a commitment to the effective running of our club and to contribute where possible to team competitions and events.
- Enjoyable – We aim to ensure that being a member of shape should enhance members’ enjoyment of our sport.
- Equality – We are committed to confronting and eliminating all form of discrimination and to taking positive action where inequalities exist. We are committed to the organisation of events and activities that promote the eradication of discrimination and promote equality in sport.
- Excellence – We aim to set, work towards, and achieve the highest standards in our sport.