{Reference Type}: Journal Article
{Title}: International consensus statement on the design, delivery and evaluation of sport-based interventions aimed at promoting social, psychological and physical well-being in prison.
{Author}: Murray C;Coyle B;Morgan H;Marder I;Woods D;Haughey T;Maycock M;Genovesi F;Meek R;Parker A;Smith A;Kay C;Brink G;Rovers H;Haudenhuyse R;Roe D;Contreras-Osorio F;Donohue B;Bohall G;Martinez N;Martos-Garcia D;Whitley M;Norman M;Demalija R;Sherry E;Chitsawang N;Adebayo Aderonmu K;Breslin G;
{Journal}: BMJ Open
{Volume}: 14
{Issue}: 1
{Year}: 2024 Jan 30
{Factor}: 3.006
{DOI}: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-075792
{Abstract}: <B>OBJECTIVE: </B>To develop an international consensus statement to advise on designing, delivering and evaluating sport-based interventions (SBIs) aimed at promoting social, psychological and physical well-being in prison.<BR><B>METHODS: </B>Modified Delphi using two rounds of survey questionnaires and two consensus workshops.<BR><B>METHODS: </B>A multidisciplinary panel of more than 40 experts from 15 international jurisdictions was formed, including representation from the following groups and stakeholders: professionals working in the justice system; officials from sport federations and organisations; academics with research experience of prisons, secure forensic mental health settings and SBIs; and policy-makers in criminal justice and sport.<BR><B>RESULTS: </B>A core research team and advisory board developed the initial rationale, statement and survey. This survey produced qualitative data which was analysed thematically. The findings were presented at an in-person workshop. Panellists discussed the findings, and, using a modified nominal group technique, reached a consensus on objectives to be included in a revised statement. The core research team and advisory board revised the statement and recirculated it with a second survey. Findings from the second survey were discussed at a second, virtual, workshop. The core research team and advisory board further revised the consensus statement and recirculated it asking panellists for further comments. This iterative process resulted in seven final statement items; all participants have confirmed that they agreed with the content, objectives and recommendations of the final statement.<BR><B>CONCLUSIONS: </B>The statement can be used to assist those that design, deliver and evaluate SBIs by providing guidance on: (1) minimum levels of competence for those designing and delivering SBIs; (2) the design and delivery of inclusive programmes prioritising disadvantaged groups; and (3) evaluation measures which are carefully calibrated both to capture proposed programme outcomes and to advance an understanding of the systems, processes and experiences of sport engagement in prison.