ParaQuad Association of Tasmania Inc

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ParaQuad Association of Tasmania Inc.

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New research reveals strategies for global disability inclusion
The study, called ‘Towards a Disability-Smart World: Developing a global disability inclusion strategy’, was conducted by Business Disability Forum in partnership with energy company Royal Dutch Shell. It draws on evidence and case studies from the experience of organisations including Shell, Unilever, HSBC, Accenture and Microsoft. ... See MoreSee Less

New research reveals strategies for global disability inclusion

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A new study of 120 global brands shows how over 90 per cent of businesses are recognising the importance of disabled employees and customers. The study is the first to consider how businesses are serving the needs of disabled people at a global and local level and how to share best practice.
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Rising Phoenix Story - Official TrailerRising Phoenix tells the extraordinary story of the Paralympic Games. From the rubble of World War II to the third biggest sporting event on the planet, the ... ... See MoreSee Less

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ParaQuad Association of Tasmania Inc.

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Opportunities for BOCCIA coach
Boccia Australia would like you to consider the following opportunities offered by either Boccia Australia or our international federation BISFed.

We are excited to have our Level 1 coach accreditation course available next month. It is a combination of on-line and face-to-face work (which could be adapted into zoom sessions).
BISFed has developed two virtual workshops open to all boccia coaches. The BISFed workshops are aimed at all coaches throughout member nations and the time has been set to meet the time zones of most nations. These workshops are free of costs.

Pre-requirements to undertake courses:
• Active member of Boccia Australia (membership is currently free)
• Involved in coaching boccia

1. Become Level 1 coach accredited by Boccia Australia:
Level 1 coach will be ready next month. Apply now to be part of the first promotion!!

2. Self-reflection for coaches - delivered by BisFed.
23 October 2020 1300 -1400 (UK time) or 10pm – 11pm EST time. This virtual workshop aims to help coaches reflect on their coaching and look at tools to continue to reflect into the future. Questions can be asked and will be addressed at the end of the session.

3. Stretching and pre competition warm up workshop - delivered by BisFed.
16 November 2020 1300 -1400 (UK time) or 10pm – 11pm EST. This virtual workshop aims to provide some basic stretching routines for boccia players and then suggest a pre-competition warm up routine. Questions can be asked and will be addressed at the end of the session.

4. Coach Educator Course – virtual course delivered by BisFed. Please send an expression of interest and your CV. The CV must contain evidence of knowledge and experience in boccia, demonstrable experience of tutoring/teaching/training and a commitment to learning.
You must be available for an induction of one hour on 7th October 2020 and Workshop 30 and 31 October 2020.

A two day virtual coach educator course is to be held on 30 and 31 October 2020. The aim of the Coach Educators training is to build a quality network of Coach Educators globally who can deliver standardised MBA-IA (Making Boccia Accessible Instructors Award) and Level 1 coaches’ courses.
The train the Coach Educators’ course will be delivered virtually in the light of Covid 19.
Candidates will be expected to undertake work before, during and after the 2 day course.
Criteria essential for the coach educator course:
• Approved by National Boccia organization
• Actively coaching with a minimum of two years demonstrable active coaching background.
• A willingness to engage with and further the aims of the Boccia Coach Education program.
• Fulfil any national coach educator certificates
• Evidenced background in promoting learning

There are great opportunities here for coaches.
Due date for expressions of interest:
• Friday 04th of September 2020

Please send your expressions of interest, indicating your experience as a coach, and any questions to me at: [email protected], or 0434 565 353.

Regards,
Glen
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