Abstract
![CDATA[This paper will summarise some of the author’s findings from his doctoral research into sport, young males and civic engagement, with particular reference to how sport helps young males form a sense of belonging and a sense of contribution to their community. The paper will also explore barriers to getting young males involved in community development projects and activities, and show how youth development organisations can utilise sport (despite some of its negative associations) as a pathway for young males to be civically and politically engaged.]]
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Are We There Yet? Past Learnings, Current Realities, Future Directions for Youth Affairs in Australia : Conference Proceedings : Peer Reviewed Papers : National Youth Affairs Conference, Melbourne 1–3 May 2007, Melbourne Park Function Centre |
Publisher | Youth Affairs Council of Victoria |
Number of pages | 7 |
Publication status | Published - 2007 |
Event | National Youth Affairs Conference - Duration: 1 Jan 2007 → … |
Conference
Conference | National Youth Affairs Conference |
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Period | 1/01/07 → … |
Keywords
- sports
- men
- engagement (philosophy)
- communities
- social participation