Adapted Physical Activity|Actors and Networks

APA Actors and Networks

Many different actors and networks work in the field of APA in Finland. At the national level the most significant actors are the ministries and different associations. At the local level the most important actors are the sport departments in municipalities, associations and clubs offering adapted physical activities.

The Finnish Society of Sport Sciences (FSSS) has a long history as a supporter and promoter of APA. FSSS communicates and coordinates research and educational opportunities in the field of APA. FSSS has executed many APA promotion projects at a national level. In addition, FSSS is a coordinator for adapted physical activity education and research workgroup that consists of APA professionals and is also a member of the council of municipal APA instructors.

Picture: Mikkelin seudun Invalidit ry.