Sport for Development and Peace: Foundations and Applications

Sport for Development and Peace (SDP) has experienced significant growth, with the ability to positively influence the world through social ties, human rights, economic development, inclusion, and more. This book provides insights into the foundations and applications of SDP, including its history, sociological aspects, goals, political and economic implications, and examples of government, not-for-profit, corporate, and for-profit enterprises. It concludes with a discussion of current trends and future implications of SDP, making it a valuable resource for current and future SDP managers, developers, and administrators.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 276 pages
Publication date: 12 January 2022
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Sport has the incredible power to positively influence the world, and it is with this in mind that the field of Sport for Development and Peace (SDP) has seen tremendous growth over the years. Sport can strengthen social ties, advance human rights, aid economic development, promote inclusion, and more. In Sport for Development and Peace: Foundations and Applications, internationally-recognized SDP experts offer their insights, perspectives, and experiences on a range of topics within the field. The first part of the text focuses on the foundations of SDP, addressing its history, sociological aspects, specific goals—such as development, inclusion, sport participation, and conflict resolution—and political and economic implications. It closes with an evaluation and assessment of SDP programs. The second part examines the application of SDP by providing examples and insights into government involvement in SDP, not-for-profit organizations, and corporate and for-profit enterprises. Finally, the book concludes with a discussion of current trends and future implications of SDP. Written for current and future SDP managers, developers, and administrators, from the student to the professional, Sport for Development and Peace offers a comprehensive look at the many substantive and interconnected SDP topics in order to positively impact this fast-growing field.

Weight: 417g
Dimension: 231 x 154 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538124864