National Development Team for Inclusion - NDTi

Strong communities are built locally, but what does it take to make community-based support work, and how can you get it right? Our online discussion series, Small is Beautiful, explores:
- How to build person-centred support rooted in local communities
- Create opportunities for people to contribute and connect with where they live
- Direct and keep resources within the local area
If you work in health, social care, commissioning or community development, or simply care about what makes places thrive, please join the conversation.
Find out more and register: https://www.ndti.org.uk/resource/small-is-beautiful-event-series/
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We were delighted to coordinate this learning visit for our peers in Malta when they came over to Plymouth and visited a number of Small Support organisations. Funded by the European Social Network.

To mark the start of Black History Month, we’re sharing a new blog from NDTi Ambassador Saba Salman books about black history, disability and the power to be heard.

As our new strategy sets out, we are not neutral. We will challenge racism, discrimination and all forms of hate, amplify people’s voices and work towards fairer, more inclusive systems.

Read Saba’s blog, discover her new book Double Discrimination, and find out about our work: https://www.ndti.org.uk/resource/black-history-disability-and-the-power-to-be-heard/



Image: Saba Salman pictured with Paul Christian from the George Padmore Institute who features in the blog. They are smiling into the camera in a selfie style picture.

Black history, disability and the power to be heard | NDTi NDTi Ambassador Saba Salman explores why accessible black history matters, and how listening to people facing racism and ableism can drive inclusion and change.

Sport can help girls and young women build skills that extend far beyond the pitch.

We are continuing our exploration of the projects featured in our Annual Report for London's Community Sport Team 2025-26.

Our latest Spotlight focuses on EmpowerHER London in Brent, delivered by the Rugby Football Union.

The programme is introducing girls and young women to rugby while supporting them to develop confidence, leadership and life skills that can benefit them both on and off the field.

Read the Spotlight to learn more about the programme's approach and the experiences of participants in Brent.

Read the full report: https://www.ndti.org.uk/resource/annual-report-for-the-mayor-of-londons-community-sport-team-2025-26/

Read the Spotlight:https://www.ndti.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Spotlight-4-EmpowerHER-London-focus-on-Brent-final.pdf



Mayor of London England Rugby

Annual Report for the Mayor of London’s Community Sport Team, 2025-26 | NDTi This third annual report brings together evidence and learning from five spotlight, community sport projects over a two-year period (2024-’25 and 2025-’26).

Community coaches play a vital role in helping young people stay active and connected.

We are continuing our exploration of the projects featured in our Annual Report for London's Community Sport Team 2025-26.

Our latest Spotlight explores progress from the London Coaches Programme, delivered by Basketball England and the NBA.

The programme is building a network of development, training and delivery opportunities for 500 community basketball coaches aged 16-30 across London.

The Spotlight highlights the value of investing in young coaches and strengthening the community sport workforce for the future.

Read the full report: https://www.ndti.org.uk/resource/annual-report-for-the-mayor-of-londons-community-sport-team-2025-26/

Read the Spotlight:https://www.ndti.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Spotlight-3-London-Coaches-Programme-update-final.pdf

Mayor of London NBA

Annual Report for the Mayor of London’s Community Sport Team, 2025-26 | NDTi This third annual report brings together evidence and learning from five spotlight, community sport projects over a two-year period (2024-’25 and 2025-’26).

How can sport become a more inclusive career pathway for young Londoners?

We are continuing our exploration of the projects featured in our Annual Report for London's Community Sport Team 2025-26.

Our latest Spotlight shares reflections and lessons from the Internships Programme, funded by the Violence Reduction Unit.

Across London, 11 sports organisations hosted 12-month paid internships for young people from groups that are often underrepresented in the sports sector.

The Spotlight explores what helped interns develop skills, confidence and professional networks and what organisations learned about creating more inclusive opportunities.

Read the full report: https://www.ndti.org.uk/resource/annual-report-for-the-mayor-of-londons-community-sport-team-2025-26/

Read the Spotlight:https://www.ndti.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Spotlight-2-Internships-Programme-reflections-and-lessons-final.pdf

Mayor of London LTA - Tennis For Britain

Annual Report for the Mayor of London’s Community Sport Team, 2025-26 | NDTi This third annual report brings together evidence and learning from five spotlight, community sport projects over a two-year period (2024-’25 and 2025-’26).

Radical leaders wanted!

Across social care, we're losing talented, values-driven leaders who want to make change happen.

Radical Roots is a new, fully funded leadership programme for leaders who want to challenge the status quo, stay true to their values, and build confidence, influence and leadership practice.

Thanks to The Rayne Foundation for making this possible.

🔗 https://www.ndti.org.uk/learn-with-us/radical-roots-leadership-programme/

Football can be about more than sport. It can create connection, confidence and belonging.

We are continuing our exploration of the projects featured in our Annual Report for London's Community Sport Team 2025-26.

Our latest Spotlight explores the Queens Park Rangers Community Trust Football Project, funded by the Mayor of London and The Football Association, which created safe, female-led football sessions for women and girls from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds.

Participants described increased confidence, improved wellbeing and opportunities to build friendships in a supportive environment.

Read the full report: https://www.ndti.org.uk/resource/annual-report-for-the-mayor-of-londons-community-sport-team-2025-26/

Read the Spotlight:https://www.ndti.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Spotlight-1-QPRCT-Football-Project-final.pdf


QPR FC Mayor of London

Annual Report for the Mayor of London’s Community Sport Team, 2025-26 | NDTi This third annual report brings together evidence and learning from five spotlight, community sport projects over a two-year period (2024-’25 and 2025-’26).

We are pleased to share our latest Annual Report for the Mayor of London’s Community Sport Team 2025-26.

This report explores what works in community sport for young Londoners, drawing together evidence from programmes across London to show how community sport can:
• build confidence and resilience
• improve wellbeing and mental health
• strengthen belonging and relationships
• create pathways into education, training and work

Community sport plays a vital role in supporting young people’s lives beyond physical activity alone. The findings in this report reinforce the importance of investing in approaches that are locally rooted, inclusive and designed around young people’s needs and strengths.

Read the report: https://www.ndti.org.uk/resource/annual-report-for-the-mayor-of-londons-community-sport-team-2025-26/



Mayor of London

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