Sport4Empowerment: Enhancing Social Inclusion and Sustainability through Sport
2024-3-ES02-KA182-SPO-000290086
Duration: January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025
The project aims to promote social inclusion and sustainability through sport by enhancing the skills of sport staff and trainers. This initiative recognises sport as a powerful tool for fostering inclusion, diversity, and community engagement. Through international collaboration, the project seeks to equip professionals with new methodologies and innovative approaches to create more accessible and sustainable sports programs.
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Improve Sport Staff Competencies
Equip trainers and volunteers with the skills to use sports as an inclusive tool, particularly for marginalised communities.
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Promote Social Inclusion
Ensure equal access to sports for all individuals, regardless of background, social status, or physical ability.
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Foster Environmental Sustainability
Integrate eco-friendly practices in sports activities and raise awareness about sustainable event management.
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Enhance Digital Skills
Train participants in the use of digital tools to organize and manage sports events efficiently.
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Strengthen European Cooperation in Sports
Establish a network of professionals and organizations dedicated to inclusive and sustainable sports initiatives.
Partnership
Project Co-Funded by the European Commission
EURO MIRADA
A non-profit organisation dedicated to human rights, youth participation, and inclusion. With experience in Erasmus+ projects, it integrates sports as a tool for social change and cohesion.
GAYCS LGBT
An organisation that promotes sports as a means of empowerment for marginalised communities, particularly within the LGBTQ+ sector. Their expertise in inclusive sports programming ensures an impactful contribution to the project.
Expected Results and Impact
- Enhanced Skills & Competencies – Sport staff will gain valuable knowledge in inclusive methodologies, sustainability, and digital tools
- Integration of Sustainable Practices – Sports activities will incorporate eco-friendly approaches, reducing environmental impact.
- Expanded Professional Networks – Participants will establish new connections with European sports professionals, fostering future collaborations.
- Greater Social Impact – By applying learned strategies, organizations will create more inclusive and accessible sports programs.
Job Shadowing in Rome
A key activity of the project is a job shadowing mobility program in Rome, Italy, where 10 trainers and volunteers from Euro Mirada will observe and learn from inclusive sports initiatives.
“Sport4Empowerment” represents a step forward in using physical activity as a tool for positive social change.
Participants will return with innovative approaches to create lasting impact within their communities.