Episode 17: The Aspen Institute’s “State of Play Kansas City” Report Breakdown

In this special solo episode of Movement is the Medicine, we look at the Aspen Institute's Project Play initiative and the newly released State of Play Kansas City report—an essential analysis of our region's youth sports and physical activity. As their 14th community report, this initiative partnered with Children’s Mercy Kansas City to uncover opportunities and challenges for making sports and physical activity accessible to all children in Kansas City.

Key Topics Covered:

• The Report’s Release: An overview of the report and why its findings are critical for Kansas City.
• Opportunities & Challenges: This analysis focuses on Kansas City's opportunities to improve youth sports access and the barriers that must be overcome.
• Key Findings: A breakdown of the report’s most significant findings, including:
  • The disparities in access to physical activity.
  • The impact of economic and racial divides on youth sports.
  • Success stories and areas where Kansas City excels.
• Action Steps: Practical advice and steps that parents, coaches, policymakers, and communities can take to leverage this report to improve youth sports and overall child wellness.
• Expert Insights: Drawing on expert opinions from the report and local leaders to give context to the data.
• Impact on Kansas City’s Future: What does this report mean for the future of youth sports in Kansas City, and how can we work together to provide equitable access for all kids?

Call to Action:

• Download the full State of Play Kansas City report and explore how you can make a difference in your community.
• Stay tuned for upcoming discussions on how we can collectively work to improve youth sports in Kansas City and beyond.

Why You Should Listen: Whether you’re a parent, coach, educator, or community leader, this episode offers vital insights into the current state of youth sports and physical activity in Kansas City. Learn how you can be part of the movement to make sports accessible, inclusive, and transformative for every child.

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