EP 219: Julian Compton, Move for Change - Turning Every Step into Real Change

About this episode

Julian Compton discusses using physical fitness for social advocacy and youth empowerment through his organization Move for Change.

In this episode of the Athletics Ontario Running Podcast, we sit down with Julian Compton, endurance athlete and founder of Move for Change. Julian explains how he uses physical fitness as a powerful vehicle for social advocacy and youth empowerment. We hear how Julian launched Move for Change in 2020 to support BIPOC youth and dismantle systemic barriers in the GTA. Through his organization, Julian has raised significant funds for youth-focused charities and community infrastructure projects, such as rebuilding a high school track, over the last six years. The conversation also highlights the deep connection between endurance sports and personal growth, emphasizing how running serves as a tool for community building and positive parenting. How can the running community drive real-world progress and create more inclusive spaces for the next generation? Find out in this episode: it's about collective progress. Learn how moving with purpose can change lives, one kilometer at a time. Learn more about Julian at: https://www.instagram.com/juliancompton/ Register to be an Athletics Ontario member: https://athleticsreg.ca/#!/memberships/athletics-canada-road-trail-membership Check out…

People in this episode

Host: John Shep

Guest: Julian Compton

Topics covered

• social advocacy
• youth empowerment
• endurance sports
• community building
• inclusive spaces

Keywords

• endurance athlete
• BIPOC youth
• systemic barriers
• community infrastructure
• personal growth

Sponsors

Hammer Nutrition Canada

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Move for Change

Places: GTA, high school track

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