Agenda Profile: Margit Sutrop
Discussion of the nationally important issue "Plan for the Future of Sport: How to Bring Medals and Get Children Moving"
2025-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session.
Political Position
The political position is moderately supportive of the concerns raised regarding the future of sport, but redirects the focus toward the underutilization of academic resources. The speaker stresses the need for improved policy implementation, particularly concerning the role of universities in supporting youth sports and utilizing evidence-based data. This is primarily a framework oriented toward performance and policy execution.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates specific knowledge in the field of sports science and educational programs, highlighting the achievements of the University of Tartu's Movement Lab and the "Movement-Inviting School" program. The specialized focus is on coach preparation, sports ethics, and the necessity of using science-based data in youth sports. Authority is shown in the evaluation of cooperation between academic and sports organizations.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and respectful, addressing the presiding officer and the President of the Estonian Olympic Committee directly. The speaker employs an analytical and inquisitive approach, presenting several detailed questions concerning cooperation and data usage. The emphasis is placed on logical arguments and highlighting existing programs.
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Activity Patterns
The data indicates participation in a discussion of an important national issue concerning the future of sport and children's physical activity. This involves a public appearance within the framework of a parliamentary or similar high-level discussion. There is no data concerning the frequency or regularity of other appearances.
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Opposition Stance
Direct opposition to the EOC president is not expressed; instead, there is agreement on the general areas of concern. The criticism is aimed at the deficiencies of the report, particularly regarding the assertion that scientific data is lacking, while ignoring award-winning programs. The critique is primarily procedural and focuses on the underestimation of existing resources.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasizes the need for closer cooperation between sports organizations and academic institutions in the field of sports science and coach training. The collaborative approach is focused on evaluating and improving existing partnerships, actively seeking information about the work being done with universities.
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Regional Focus
The specific regional focus is on the University of Tartu and its Movement Lab, which is highlighted as a positive example. This emphasizes the role academic centers play in shaping national sports policy. The overall theme, however, remains the national sports strategy.
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Economic Views
Not enough data
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Social Issues
Among the social issues, strong emphasis is placed on the need to improve children's physical activity habits ("get children moving") and raise awareness of sports ethics. Teaching ethics during the training of coaches has been highlighted as a significant social and educational priority. The focus is on educational and ethical aspects.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on issues of policy implementation and strategic planning, particularly in the area of coach preparation and the teaching of sports ethics. The speaker acts more as a policy director and a raiser of issues, rather than an initiator of specific legislative bills.
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