FROM URGENCY TO IMPACT
Our work is based on the Theory of Change: a strategic framework that maps out the change we want to achieve in the long term. The Theory of Change is a strategic methodology of Utrecht University, which is measured and implemented together with the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. With the Theory of Change, we map out how our activities contribute to broader societal changes, such as improved health, increased empowerment and inclusion. This allows us to make targeted adjustments, where necessary, to increase our impact.
Find our Theory of Change below and here.
In our explainer you find all definitions of the Theory of Change explained.
* We base our findings on current figures from the World Health Organization, the Health Council of the Netherlands, the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM), Statistics Netherlands (CBS), and the Knowledge Centre for Sport & Physical Activity. International data on loneliness and performance pressure are sourced from, among others, the National Council on Disability, the National Disability Rights Network, UNICEF, the American Journal of Public Health, and the Journal of the American Medical Association. In addition, online publications, analyses, and in-depth reports have been used.
RESEARCH AND EVALUATION OF THE THEORY OF CHANGE
The impact shown in this report is based on evaluations by professionals who use a (Special) Cruyff Court. This included a specific focus on the impact of sports and games projects on children with special needs. The respondents include neighbourhood sports coaches, youth workers, (physical education) teachers, physiotherapists in special education and employees from (youth) care.