Each briefing session lasted 30 minutes, giving the speakers an opportunity to share their information and resources and answer any questions. Each delegate had the chance to attend up to three briefing sessions during the conference.
The following speaker presentations are available as PDF downloads. Please note, any videos which have been embedded in the presentations will no longer be visible. With external presentations, we are unable to guarantee that the content is fully accessible to screen reader software so if you require any of the presentations in an alternative format, please email us at activekent@kent.gov.uk
Active Bystander Training
Speakers: Stuart Butler and Jimmy McCormack, Active Kent & Medway
Exploring what it means to be an active bystander, why it matters, and how to take action using the proven 5 D’s Toolkit: Direct, Distract, Delegate, Delay, and Document. Through real-world scenarios and interactive discussion, attendees will gain practical skills to recognise problematic situations and respond effectively, fostering safer and more inclusive environments in both personal and professional settings.
Bystander Training (Download PDF, 1 MB)
Active Parks
Speakers: Andrea Murphy and Rashan McDonald, Active Kent & Medway
Discover how Thanet District Council, Active Kent & Medway, SportsIQ, and other local providers have collaborated with young people to bring local green spaces to life through a diverse range of engaging activities. Explore how you can co-create and deliver innovative approaches to monitoring, evaluation, and learning—designed with and for young people—to ensure their voices shape meaningful, lasting impact.
From Parks to Participation_Co-creating Insights with Young People in Thanet (Download PDF, 798 KB)
Funding for Environmental Projects
Speakers: Kerry Donati and Mike Chen, Funding For All; Sophie Ward, Active Kent & Medway
Discover the support, resources, and funding available to bring your environmental (revenue and capital) projects to life. This session will also showcase inspiring case studies from successful projects.
Environmental Funding (Download PDF, 523 KB)
Live Longer Better: Understand how physical activity can be effective for pain management and chronic conditions.
Speakers: Linda Smith, KCC Public Health Specialist and James McDonald, Medway Council Physical Activity Specialist
Explore how physical activity can help with pain management and long-term health conditions. Understand how exercise can improve joint and muscle function, reduce discomfort and contribute to a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life. And find out more about the introduction of the new Forever Active grant for organisations supporting adults over 50.
Kent’s Older Adults and Physical Activity (Download PDF, 602 KB)
Pain Management (Download PDF, 526 KB)
Using Community Spaces for Improving Health
Speakers: Kanndiss Riley, NBE Fitness and Sian Stevenson, Moving Memory Dance Theatre
Hear from providers who are using a range of community spaces to deliver physical activity sessions and improve the health of their local communities. Gain top tips for thinking more broadly about your offer and the community spaces that you can use.
Moving Memory Dance Theatre (Download PDF, 404 KB)
Engaging Families and Schools in Active Travel Initiatives
Speakers: Katie Ireland, Kent County Council Road Safety & Active Travel Group and Ricky Adams Gravesham & Dartford School Games Organiser
Learn how Active Kent & Medway and local partners have positively engaged parents and schools with key tools to develop an active travel ethos in their local communities. The session will demonstrate the information and resources available to families and schools to support active travel planning.
Engaging Families and Schools in Active Travel Initiatives (Download PDF, 1 MB)