THEMATIC EDITION: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Physical Activity and Health
The growing demand for valuing equity and diversity in the context of Public Health highlights the need to include diverse population groups and ensure that the benefits of physical activity are accessible to all. Social, cultural, economic, and gender inequalities, as well as issues related to racial identity and disability, significantly affect access to, participation in, and the benefits derived from physical activity and health promotion. This thematic session aims to explore how physical activity and health practices can be transformed to promote equity and diversity, reduce barriers, and enhance inclusion, particularly for socially vulnerable populations.
Objective of the Thematic Edition:
To gather studies that address the intersection of equity, diversity, health, and physical activity, fostering reflections on policies, interventions, and narratives aimed at greater inclusion and social justice in the promotion of physical activity and health.
Topics of Interest:
- Access to physical activity in vulnerable populations: Studies on barriers and facilitators influencing access to physical activity among vulnerable populations (older adults, individuals with disabilities, racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQIA+ communities, among others).
- Social, racial, and gender inequalities in promoting physical activity: Critical analysis of how social dynamics related to income, race, gender, and other intersectionalities affect participation in physical activities, highlighting structural disparities in opportunities and health benefits.
- Public health policies for equity in physical activity and health: Investigations on the formulation, implementation, and evaluation of public health policies aimed at improving equity in access to physical activity and health across different social, economic, and cultural contexts, considering vulnerable populations.
- Community interventions for marginalized populations: Studies on community-based interventions aimed at increasing participation and engagement of marginalized populations in physical activities, identifying successful and replicable strategies that promote inclusion and empowerment.
Article Submission:
Authors should adhere to the editorial guidelines of RBAFS (https://rbafs.org.br/RBAFS/instrucoesmanuscritos). Original articles will be prioritized for review. Upon consultation with the RBAFS chief editors and section editors of the special issue, narrative reviews, theoretical essays, letters to the editor, and special sections may also be accepted. Manuscripts must be submitted through the journal’s online system by March 31, 2025. Manuscripts may have quantitative, qualitative, or mixed approaches and will undergo peer review. The evaluation process will be conducted by reviewers with expertise in equity, diversity, physical activity, and health.
