On May 29, 2024, the WVU College of Applied Human Sciences and Center for ActiveWV hosted the “2024 WV Physical Activity Symposium” at Stonewall Resort, Roanoke, West Virginia. The event focused on fostering collaboration and featured the unveiling of the updated ActiveWV 2030 plan, a roadmap to boost physical activity and promote healthier lifestyles in the state.
Purpose of Symposium:
The Symposium was attended by close to 100 leaders and advocates from 45 organizations representing 21 counties throughout WV and all 10 societal sectors in the Plan.
See more information in the Symposium’s Executive Summary
On May 29, the Center for ActiveWV hosted the “2024 WV Physical Activity Symposium – United Leaders for an ActiveWV” at Stonewall Resort in Roanoke, WV.
State Superintendent of Schools, WV Department of Education
Speaker of the House of Delegates, WV Legislature
Federal Co-Chair, Appalachian Regional Commission
Chancellor and Executive Dean, WVU Health Sciences
Secretary of the WV Department of Health
WVU Assistant Vice President of Economic, Community and Asset Development for the Brad and Alys Smith Outdoor Collaborative
How can we support active living for all to improve the health of West Virginians through systems and policy changes?
How can effective partnerships expand opportunities for our school-age children and youth to be more physically active?
How can we mobilize a healthy workforce in WV?
How can communities establish policy and environment changes for physical activity through collaborative efforts?
How can we enhance physical activity participation and economic development though outdoor recreation?
How can we convince West Virginians to be physically active regularly and how can we make physical activity accessible and affordable for all?
Welcome and Introductions
Panel Discussion: How can we mobilize a healthy workforce in West Virginia?
Panelists:
Moderator: Emily Murphy
Panel Discussion: How can we support active living for all to improve the health of West Virginians through systems and policy changes?
Panelists:
Moderator: Sean Bulger
Panel Discussion: How can we convince West Virginians to be physically active regularly and how can we make physical activity accessible and affordable for all?
Panelists:
Moderator: Dina Jones
Panel Discussion: How can effective partnerships expand opportunities for our school-age children and youth to be more physically active?
Panelists:
Moderator: Jessica Riffee
Panel Discussion: How can communities establish policy and environment changes for physical activity through collaborative efforts?
Panelists:
Moderator: Eloise Elliott
Panel Discussion: How can we enhance physical activity participation and economic development through outdoor recreation?
Panelists:
Moderator: Christiaan Abildso
The 2024 WV Physical Activity Symposium resulted in several key outcomes, particularly in promoting cross-sector collaboration. Attendees highlighted the need to share knowledge and resources across sectors to enhance physical activity efforts statewide, with a focus on accessibility, inclusivity, and youth engagement. The symposium also provided recommendations for disseminating, implementing, and evaluating the revised ActiveWV 2030 plan.
Summarized from attendees’ responses on the physical response sheets and virtual post-survey.
For any questions or comments related to the West Virginia Physical Activity Plan, reach out to us at [email protected]
Improving the culture of physical activity in our state by providing awareness, education, guidance, and opportunities.
Center for ActiveWV: [email protected]
WV Physical Activity Plan: [email protected]
WV CARDIAC Project: [email protected]
Be Healthy Project: [email protected]
WV Healthy Schools in Action: [email protected]
We want everyone interested in promoting physical activity in West Virginia involved in the Center!
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