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Published on: March 7, 2019
Coalitions and networks: facilitating global physical activity promotion
Sandra Mahecha Matsudo1, Victor Rodrigues Matsudo
1Centro de Estudios del Laboratório de Aptitud Física de São Caetano do Sul, CELAFISCS & Agita São Paulo,Caixa Postal 168, São Caetano do Sul, SP, Brazil. celafiscs@celafiscs.org.br
Abstract:
This article aims to synthesise the experience of coalitions and networks working for physical activity promotion. By introducing the concept of partnerships, especially within the Brazilian context, the authors outline the factors that comprise a successful partnership, describing key elements, such as, financing, membership and methods of empowerment. Agita São Paulo, the Physical Activity Network of the Americas-RAFA-PANA and Agita Mundo are used as examples. The article shows that local, national and global programmes, partnerships and networks at all levels are essential to guarantee the success of physical activity promotion as a public health strategy.
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