Candidates for IFS Friday Five




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How to Get More Boys in the Game?

Too many boys and men are struggling at school, at work, and in their families and communities. Sport can help prepare youth to thrive in life. Upon seeing declines in boys’ participation rates, we partnered with the American Institute of Boys and Men to understand boys’ experiences today and offer ideas on how to deliver on the promise of sports for their development.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

How to Get More Boys in the Game?

Too many boys and men are struggling at school, at work, and in their families and communities. Sport can help prepare youth to thrive in life. Upon seeing declines in boys’ participation rates, we partnered with the American Institute of Boys and Men to understand boys’ experiences today and offer ideas on how to deliver on the promise of sports for their development.






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Bill
Biking sections of GAP trail north of Meyersdale, PA