Last Monday (9th March), Bradford (Park Avenue) was proud to host a special Ramadan community gathering at Horsfall, delivered in partnership with the BPA Sports Foundation, ISSE Ltd and Sported.
Titled “Connect, Collaborate and Inspire,” the evening brought together community leaders, grassroots sports organisations, faith representatives and local partners from across Bradford. The event created a welcoming space for people to connect, reflect and strengthen relationships with others who share a passion for creating positive opportunities across the city.
Ramadan is a time centred around community, generosity and reflection, making it a fitting moment to bring together organisations working towards the same goal — helping to build a stronger, more inclusive Bradford.
Throughout the evening, guests heard from a number of speakers who highlighted the role sport can play in strengthening communities and breaking down barriers. Contributions included Matt Everett, Community Director at the BPA Sports Foundation, and Dr Ikram Butt from Sported.
A panel discussion also explored the role of sport in promoting inclusion and community cohesion. Panellists included Reverend Nathan A Javed, Matt Everett, Nalette Tucker from Sunnah Sports and Verity from Sported, who shared their experiences of using sport as a platform for positive social change and bringing communities together.
The evening concluded with the opening of the fast, led by an Imam, before guests came together to share an Iftar meal. The gathering provided a valuable opportunity for attendees to continue conversations, exchange ideas and build partnerships that can help deliver lasting impact within communities across Bradford.
At Bradford (Park Avenue), belonging sits at the heart of everything we do. Hosting events like this demonstrates the power of sport and community spaces to bring people together, celebrate different cultures and backgrounds, and create opportunities for meaningful collaboration.
This sponsored sporting community event was the first of its kind held at Horsfall during Ramadan, and we hope it will be the beginning of many more opportunities to connect communities through sport and shared experiences.
Bradford (Park Avenue) would like to thank the BPA Sports Foundation, ISSE Ltd and Sported for their partnership, and everyone who attended for helping make the evening such a positive and inspiring occasion.
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