On the occasion of the 2017 AER MYFER Award, the region of Antalya, in Turkey presented its project of School League.
The initiative aims at creating social inclusion among young people through sport. It targets school-aged youngster, especially children with fewer opportunities within municipalities of Antalya: Muratpasa, Konyalti and Dosemealti. Sport competitions create equal opportunities and raise awareness on the relevance of physical education in the process of inclusion.
During the competitions, all youngsters will participate and play together regardless of their gender or social background.
The project plays a great part in the integration of different social groups together, gender equality and the implementation of key skills development for young people. Plus, around 4000 from 230 schools participated!
For more information visit the School League website.
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