8 Investments

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ISPAH’s Eight Investments That Work for Physical Activity | #8Investments

A call to action for everyone, everywhere, including professionals, academics, civil society and decision makers, to embed physical activity in national and subnational policies.

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Amplify reach and engagement with the document by sharing it! As outlined on page 18 and 19 of the full document, sharing is only one step in advocacy. The next advocacy step is using the Eight Investments within your networks and circle of influence. The suggestions and resources are to assist you to advocate within your networks.
1. Write to your colleagues and other professionals by adding in your details to this Modifiable Template Letter.
2. Write a blog or embed within your newsletter using the Newsletter Draft Text.
3. Present ISPAH’s Eight Investments to your colleagues, influencers and decision makers using this Presentation.
4. Like, comment, share and tag! On social media, please use #8Investments and content from the Social Media Toolkit.

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Post 1: I/We endorse the #8Investments that work for physical activity! Everyone has a role to play to get our nations more active – what will you do? #timetoact #BeActive @ISPAH @WHO

Post 2: Together, we can beat #NCDs by supporting and TAKING ACTION on the @ISPAH #8Investments that work for physical activity! Read, SHARE, ENDORSE & FEEDBACK

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