Nordic network of adapted leisure time activities — an overview
Anok, Laura (2018)
Anok, Laura
Satakunnan ammattikorkeakoulu
2018
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2018112718602
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2018112718602
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The aim of this thesis was to collect information regarding the Nordic network by participating in the network conference in September 2017. The design used in this thesis was a qualitative non-experimental research. The objectives of the thesis included defining what is Nordic network and who are the people involved in this network; and finding out how this network contributes to inclusion and develops adapted leisure time activities. Furthermore, the objective was to help develop this network based on the feedback received from the participants.
In the theoretical framework of this thesis the key concepts equality, inclusion, accessibility and adapted physical activity are defined. Moreover, in the theoretical part the World Health Organization’s International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) is presented, and its key concepts are explained.
Method of data collection used in this thesis was a questionnaire. The aim of the questionnaire was to collect qualitative information concerning the network from the participants. The questionnaire included questions regarding the background of participants, as well as their expectations concerning this network. Furthermore, the participants were asked about the situation of adapted leisure time activities in their countries and how they perceive the concept “open access for all”.
As emerged from the answers, the participants found the conference useful. They emphasized the importance of meeting colleagues from other countries working in the field and sharing ideas on how to promote participation of people with disabilities. However, the participants were not completely satisfied with the content of the event. The information received in advance was not sufficient and there could have been more time for discussion and networking in the program.
In the theoretical framework of this thesis the key concepts equality, inclusion, accessibility and adapted physical activity are defined. Moreover, in the theoretical part the World Health Organization’s International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) is presented, and its key concepts are explained.
Method of data collection used in this thesis was a questionnaire. The aim of the questionnaire was to collect qualitative information concerning the network from the participants. The questionnaire included questions regarding the background of participants, as well as their expectations concerning this network. Furthermore, the participants were asked about the situation of adapted leisure time activities in their countries and how they perceive the concept “open access for all”.
As emerged from the answers, the participants found the conference useful. They emphasized the importance of meeting colleagues from other countries working in the field and sharing ideas on how to promote participation of people with disabilities. However, the participants were not completely satisfied with the content of the event. The information received in advance was not sufficient and there could have been more time for discussion and networking in the program.