Active Suffolk

10/09/2026

is an important reminder that su***de prevention starts with all of us.

Checking in with the people around us matters every single day. If someone doesn’t seem okay, ask them how they’re feeling, listen without judgment, and show them you care.

You don’t need to have the perfect words. Showing you’re there is what matters most, and sometimes simply saying “I’m here, and you’re not alone” can be the beginning of an important conversation.

If you or a loved one are struggling, the organisations below are here to listen and support you all year round 💛

(Please remember, if you are in a mental health emergency and think you may harm yourself or others, call 999).

Samaritans
📞 116 123 (24/7 helpline)
🔗 www.samaritans.org

Shout
📱 Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258 (24/7 text crisis service)

Campaign Against Living Miserably
📞 0800 58 58 58 (helpline open everyday 5pm - midnight)
🔗 www.thecalmzone.net

Suffolk Mind
🔗 www.suffolkmind.org.uk
📞 0300 1116000

Wellbeing Suffolk
🔗 www.wellbeingnands.co.uk/suffolk/
📞 0300 123 1503

The Mix (support for Under 25’s)
🔗 www.themix.org.uk
📱 Text ‘THEMIX’ to 85258

👉 Support for Children & Young People

YoungMinds
🔗 www.youngminds.org.uk
📞 0808 802 5544 (helpline for parents)

4YP
🔗 www.4yp.org.uk
✉️ [email protected]
📞 01473 252607

09/09/2026

📣 We’re hiring! 📣

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Health & Wellbeing team and support with the delivery of our Active Wellbeing Programme across the South Rural Primary Care Network.

You'll play a key role in helping older adults become more physically active and enjoy the many benefits this can bring to their overall health and wellbeing. From managing data and supporting activity mapping to liaising with clients, attending events and building relationships with key stakeholders, no two days will be the same!

If you're highly organised, an excellent communicator and passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of others, then this could be the perfect role for you 🙌✨

👉 Swipe through the carousel for all the glorious details and visit the link below to find out more and apply:

www.suffolkjobsdirect.org/ /sites/CX_6001/job/24779

Please note this is a part-time position (25 hours per week, actual salary circa £17,500 per annum) and the hours can be worked flexibly across the week to best suit you.

09/09/2026

There’s just over a week to go until nominations for the Active Suffolk Awards 2026 close! ⏰🎉

With that in mind, we thought it was the perfect opportunity to give you a heads up on some of the categories that we'd LOVE to see some more nominations for!

💭✨ As you read them, who comes to mind? Don’t miss your chance to recognise them!
..and remember, you can submit as many nominations across as many categories as you’d like.

Take a look at this year’s category criteria and tips on writing a standout nomination here 👉 www.activesuffolk.org/the-active-suffolk-awards-2025

Ready to nominate? Submit yours here 👉 www.activesuffolk.org/forms/view/7713

08/09/2026

Every young person deserves the chance to enjoy the benefits of sport and physical activity 💙

We’re proud to support StreetGames in their mission to change young people’s lives through sport, breaking down barriers to participation and creating accessible opportunities for young people to thrive.

Their new campaign, , puts the voices of young people front and centre, shining a spotlight on the life-changing impact that community sport can have 📣✨

As the Active Partnership for Suffolk, we’re committed to listening, learning and working alongside children and young people to help create the best possible experiences of sport and physical activity across the county.

Follow StreetGames to keep up to date with the latest campaign videos, and find out more on their website 👉 streetgames.org/campaigns/upmystreet/

08/09/2026

When people feel genuinely heard, sport and physical activity can become safer, more inclusive and more enjoyable for everyone 🙌✨

Join us for the next East Region Sport Welfare Webinar to discover how developing a positive listening culture can strengthen welfare, improve experiences, and create environments where everyone feels valued and able to share their voice.

The session will provide practical insights into why participant voice matters, how to use feedback effectively, and approaches that help people feel confident to speak up and share their experiences 💡🤝

Delivered by Lijana Kaziow from Northampton Sport, this free session is open to anyone working in sport and physical activity!

📆 Thursday 24th September 2026
⏰ 18:00 – 20:00
💻 Online

Secure your free place via the link below 👇

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/developing-a-listening-culture-tickets-1998534356058

07/09/2026

This Girl Can have launched their brand-new challenge – Move for 10!

10 minutes of movement, 10 times over a month. Any time, at any pace that works for you 💜

If being active has slipped down your to-do list lately, you’re definitely not alone. Between work, family, friends and everything else life throws our way, we know that finding the time to move isn’t always easy, and it can be hard to know where to start.

Move for 10 is all about keeping things simple, fun and achievable. Whether it’s a walk and talk with a friend, a stretch between meetings, a bedroom boogie, playing with the kids or giving a new workout a try, every movement counts 🙌👟

These short bursts of movement can unlock wonderful benefits, from boosting your energy and confidence to helping you sleep better (result!).

You can sign up at any time on the This Girl Can website, and will be able to access a free activity tracker and lots of ideas and inspiration to help you get moving 💡✨

There’s no pressure and no perfect routine. You can start when you’re ready, pause when you need to, and come back anytime.

👀 Ready to give it a go?

Find out more and sign up here 👉 www.thisgirlcan.co.uk/movefor10

07/09/2026

Pickleball FREE Taster Session in Ipswich! Come to our taster event, learn how to play pickleball and enjoy this friendly session...

04/09/2026

Recently, our Ipswich Community Connectors Sophie, Dan and Teresa had a fantastic day at the Totally Local event in Chantry Park!

The event was a great opportunity to chat with local residents about all things physical activity and wellbeing, hear their ideas about what could be improved in the local area, and share information about the activities and organisations available across Ipswich to support people to be more active 💡🤝

More than 100 free pedometers were given away during the day, and it was wonderful to see so many people return to share their step totals. This sparked plenty of wonderful conversations about finding simple, enjoyable ways to build movement into day-to-day life!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to chat with Sophie, Dan and Teresa, and to Ipswich Borough Council for organising and welcoming us to such a brilliant community event! 🙌✨

03/09/2026

📣 Nominations are still open for this year’s Active Suffolk Awards!

This year is extra special as we celebrate 20 years of recognising the people, groups, clubs, organisations, projects and education providers that make sport and physical activity so special across Suffolk ✨💙

Whether it’s a coach or volunteer who always goes the extra mile, an inspiring athlete, or an innovative project creating positive change in your community, now’s your chance to shine a well-deserved spotlight on the local champions making a real difference.

💭 And remember, you can submit as many nominations for as many categories as you’d like!

Take a look at this year’s categories, criteria and tips on writing a standout nomination here 👉 www.activesuffolk.org/the-active-suffolk-awards-2025

Ready to nominate? Submit yours here 👉 www.activesuffolk.org/forms/view/7713

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02/09/2026

Looking for a fun opportunity to get moving and connect with others? 🪩✨

As part of our commitment to This Girl Can in Suffolk, we’re delighted to be supporting our fabulous ambassador Hellen through our bursary as she launches a brand-new Afro.energy.flow event: Move • Connect • Play.

Dedicated to bringing women and girls together through the joy of movement and music, the pilot event will combine dance styles from around the world and interactive activities, all designed to help participants build confidence, enjoy moving in ways that work for them and have FUN! 🎶🙌

The event is open to women and girls (aged 13+) and welcomes all abilities – no dance experience required!

Check out the details below 👇

🗓️ Saturday 19th September 2026
⏰ 10:00 – 12:00
📍 Belstead Village Hall, Grove Hill, Ipswich, IP8 3LU

Be sure to follow Afro.energy.flow to find out more, secure your place and reach out to Hellen with any questions.

Tag and share with someone you’d love to get moving and grooving with! 💜