A Young Woman Breaking Down Cultural Barriers, Writes Richard Winton Reports
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JAZ SANDHU has allowed her thoughts to wander ahead to 2014. "We need to try and make sure minority ethic communities are involved in the Commonwealth Games. Having someone compete would be amazing . . . " She takes a moment to indulge the reverie, envisaging the effect such a role model would have on her constituents.
Yet, when the event finally begins in Glasgow, the 31-year-old will not measure accomplishment on the podium, in personal bests or even in earning the right to represent Scotland; instead, the achievement will be in just being part of an international event. It might be stewarding spectators, serving snacks or even emptying bins, but the sense of belonging and worth that can be reaped will be invaluable.See the full content of this document
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A Young Woman Breaking Down Cultural Barriers, Writes Richard Winton Reports
Sandhu's sentiments are rooted in experience. During the past two years, she has conceived and led Scottish Women's Active Pathways (SWAP), a project funded by the Big Lottery Active Futures programme that sou...
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