The Society of Sports Therapists and the BBC Children in Need Thousand Mile Challenge

Volunteering is central to service focused healthcare professions, offering opportunities to support communities through meaningful action. In 2025, BBC Children in Need’s Challenge Yourself appeal called for collective effort to help “make life lighter” for children and young people facing significant challenges, emphasising unity, inclusivity, and the power of movement to bring people together [1]. Recognising the alignment between this mission and its commitment to safe physical activity, The Society of Sports Therapists (SST) engaged its members, universities, and students to support the Thousand Mile Challenge and enhance the participant experience.