The Community Sport Councils Ontario (CSCO), in partnership with the City of Brantford and the Brantford Sports Council, is excited to announce the keynote speaker for the upcoming FOCUS 2024 Conference: Allison Forsyth. This highly anticipated event is set to take place on Friday, August 23, and Saturday, August 24, at the TownePlace Suites by Marriott Brantford.

The FOCUS 2024 Conference promises to be an inspiring and engaging gathering, showcasing the latest innovations and initiatives in community sports. Attendees will have the opportunity to discover cutting-edge programs and strategies aimed at enhancing community sports across Ontario. The event will feature keynote speakers and presenters who are leaders in the field, providing valuable insights and inspiration to help organizations thrive.

Meet Allison Forsyth

Allison Forsyth, a survivor, Olympian, and Safe Sport expert, will be the keynote speaker for the event. She will provide a comprehensive overview of the Safe Sport movement, detailing the progress made thus far and emphasizing the importance of implementing Safe Sport practices at the community level. Forsyth’s session will educate attendees on starting their Safe Sport journey and the key aspects necessary to protect participants and organizations.

Biography

Allison Forsyth, the founder of Generation Safe, is a leader in groundbreaking education and awareness in the Canadian Safe Sports landscape. Her ‘real-talk’ educational approach has resonated with over 50 sports organizations and 5,000 people nationwide. Recently named one of the ‘Top 25 Women of Influence in Canada in 2023,’ Forsyth’s guiding principles have been instrumental in helping organizations turn their Safe Sport policies into practice.

Previously, Forsyth co-founded ITP Sport, Canada’s only full-service Safe Sports programming and consulting agency. As a two-time Olympian and eight-time National Champion in alpine skiing, Forsyth offers a unique and critical perspective as a survivor of sexual abuse in the sport system. She recently took on a role with Canada Soccer as their Safe Sports Officer, where she ensures the trauma-informed systemic implementation of Safe Sports practices and procedures from the national to the grassroots level.

Forsyth currently lives in Oakville, Ontario, with her three active children, who inspire her vision for a future ‘Generation Safe.’

Join Us at FOCUS 2024

The FOCUS 2024 Conference is a must-attend event for anyone involved in community sports. Whether you are a coach, administrator, volunteer, or athlete, this conference will provide valuable knowledge and tools to enhance the safety and success of your sports programs. Don’t miss the chance to hear from Allison Forsyth and other leaders in the field, and to be part of a movement that is shaping the future of community sports in Ontario.

Register now to secure your spot at the FOCUS 2024 Conference and be part of an event that will inspire, educate, and empower you to make a difference in your community.

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