Championing Inclusivity: Global Initiatives and Insights

Health

  • Congratulations to Alexander Smirnov on his well-deserved award!

    We are pleased to announce that the President of the International Inclusive Committee Alexander Smirnov has won the Russian Government Prize! This high award was presented to him by Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Alexander Novak at a ceremony.

    This recognition is the result of Alexander’s many years of work in the field of inclusion and support for people with disabilities. His efforts to develop inclusive sports and create an accessible environment for all people inspire and motivate. Thanks to his leadership and initiatives, many athletes with disabilities have had the opportunity to demonstrate their talents and achieve high results on the world stage.
    Prize for the contribution of business and NGOs to achieving national goals and implementing national projects.

    National projects of Russia are a presidential platform for sustainable development of the country and improving the standard of living of people. National projects are the work of the entire nation: the state, business, and NGOs.

    The National Prize “Our Contribution” is a mechanism for publicly recognizing the contribution of business and NGOs to the implementation of national project objectives.
    We are proud that Alexander continues to inspire us with his example and encourage everyone to join his mission to create a world where everyone can reach their potential regardless of limitations.

    We congratulate Alexander Smirnov on this wonderful award and wish him further success and new achievements on the path to inclusion and support for people with disabilities!

Events

  • ATTENTION, WORLD OF SPORTS, STRENGTH, AND SPIRIT!

    Dear friends, athletes, dreamers, and fighters for limitless possibilities!

    The International Inclusive Committee reminds you: the deadline for MAIN applications for the III International Adaptive Sports Festival “IMPULSE” 2026 – International Inclusive Games is now CLOSED!

    The festival will be held in Sochi from March 26, 2026, to March 29, 2026.

    This is not just an event – ​​it is a symphony of power, where every heartbeat echoes in the skies, on the ice, and in the waves, uniting the hearts of athletes from more than 20 countries in a grand dance of triumph.

    Imagine: over 2,000 inspiring athletes, whose bodies and wills transcend all barriers, will meet in Sochi to ignite the flame of over 20 adaptive and inclusive sports—creating miracles where every step, flight, and splash becomes an anthem of human resilience and unity.

    IMPULSE is not a competition, but a sacred celebration where limitations melt away in the rays of hope, and each participant becomes a legend, illuminating the path for millions.

    IMPULSE is a festival of adaptive and inclusive sports. Athletes of all levels participate, from beginners to amateurs and semi-professionals.

    If you are an athlete with special needs or a disability, a team ready for a breakthrough, or simply a soul yearning to contribute to this epic, it’s time to act!

    Only 7 days left until the application deadline—applications will be accepted until March 1, 2026!

    Details and the application form are available on the festival’s official website, festimpulse.com.

    The 3rd International Adaptive Sports Festival “Impulse” – International Inclusive Games, is supported by the Presidential Grants Fund.

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