Tools and Research
Literature Review (pdf)
This document provides a literature review on citizen engagement in public processes and a summary of interviews with recreation providers across Canada and into Washington State.
Leisure Access: Enhancing Opportunities for Those Living in Poverty (website)
Leisure Access is a workbook developed by researchers from the University of British Columbia who worked with community members, recreation staff and service providers in Kamloops, BC on a collaborative project aimed at increasing access to recreation.
Mothers in Motion Program Checklists (website)
Mothers in Motion developed the A4 Approach, four assessment tools to help practitioners remove barriers to participation through programs, services and partnerships. Mothers in Motion is an initiative of CAAWS, the Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women in Sport and Physical Activity.
Woman Alive! Femme Active! ™ Instructor Manual (pdf)
Sections 1-8: Program design and implementation
Section 9-10: Additional resources and sample forms
This instructor manual developed by the City of Ottawa provides a wealth of practical tips to understand and work with barriers faced by women on low income. Much of the information is transferrable to other people facing multiple barriers.
Community-led Libraries Toolkit (website)
This toolkit is a summary of lessons learned in engaging low income community members in library programs through community development. These learning points are very transferrable to health promotion initiatives aimed at low income groups.
