SPORT AS AN OPPORTUNITY TO INCREASE EMPLOYMENT IN THE REGIONS

Abstract

In recent years, sport has gained a significant profile in a number of European strategies and programs. The aim of this study is to open up potential opportunities for increasing employment in the regions through sport and its accompanying sporting activities. Compared to most industries, in times of economic turmoil, sports are proving to be resistant to recession. Methodology a theoretical and regulatory review was made, measuring employment in sport using the central statistical definition of the 'Vilnius definition' for sport, covering the main sport activities coded by class 93.1 - Sporting activities. The results analysed a number of regulatory documents, including recommendations and reports of various committees related to employment in sport in a broad and narrow aspect, identified stakeholders and described leading sports successfully supporting local employment. The conclusion provides guidelines for work related to additional information and intelligence programs on employment for non-profit organizations, municipalities and others. Discussion through state regulations in the field of sport should ensure that non-profit organizations and municipalities are more involved in the development of sport.

Keywords

• human resources
• sports law
• management
• sociology of sport