61 countries around the world followed the International Inclusive Games 2026

The International Inclusive Games 2026 has become a truly significant event, bringing together the attention of dozens of countries and thousands of people who are not indifferent to the ideas of inclusion, fortitude and unlimited human possibilities.

In 2026, the festival was watched by 61 countries around the world. This large-scale international interest has become a clear confirmation that the International Inclusive Games goes far beyond a sporting event. It becomes a space of mutual understanding, respect and inspiration, where the main value is a person, his courage, desire for victory and the right to be heard.

The geography of attention to the festival is impressive.
Among the countries that followed International Inclusive Games, — Russia, Belarus, Netherlands, USA, Singapore, Germany, Uzbekistan, Armenia, China, Kazakhstan, India, Belgium, Ireland, Great Britain, Austria, Tajikistan, Greece, Brazil, United Arab Emirates, Finland, France, Sweden, Norway, Canada, Moldova, Serbia, Turkey, Italy, Australia, Kyrgyzstan, Poland, Bulgaria, Lithuania, Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Georgia, Paraguay, Switzerland, Bahrain, British Virgin Islands, Vietnam, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Spain, Qatar, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Argentina, Bangladesh, Denmark, Malaysia, Mali, New Zealand, Pakistan, Romania, Seychelles, Togo, South Africa, South Korea and Japan.

Such wide international attention testifies to the high importance of the festival and how in demand today are projects that can unite people of different cultures, languages and traditions around common humanistic values. The International Inclusive Games has become a symbol of openness, support, and the belief that sports can not only unleash talent, but also change public perception, forming a more empathetic, fair, and humane view of the world.

This project demonstrates every day that sport is for everyone. We host a festival for people with unlimited abilities, breaking down barriers, promoting inclusion, and proving that strength of spirit is stronger than any limitations.

The National Inclusive Committee won the “Our Contribution” national award in the “NGO” category, confirming its high status as one of the country’s leading public organizations in the field of social initiatives, adaptive sports, and inclusive development.
With this award, the Committee officially confirmed its status as a “Partner of National Projects” for its initiatives related to the “Youth and Children,” “Family,” “Environmental Well-Being,” and the “Sport of Russia” state program.

The awards ceremony was a landmark event for representatives of business, the nonprofit sector, and development institutions whose projects make a tangible contribution to improving people’s quality of life. Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Alexander Novak presented the first-place award to Alexander Smirnov, President of the National Inclusive Committee.

This victory recognizes the extensive and systematic work of the Committee, which provides significant support to Russian regions in the development of adaptive and inclusive sports. By 2025, the organization’s charitable programs had reached over 1,000,000 beneficiaries, and its initiatives had become an important part of creating an accessible, modern, and truly inclusive environment for children, youth, families, and people with disabilities.

The IMPULSE International Adaptive Sports Festival, which has been held for three years with the support of the DobroFON Charity Program, has attracted particular attention from the expert community.

Today, it is the largest festival in the world in terms of the number of adaptive and inclusive sports, as well as the number of participants. The project has become a shining example of how sport can be not only a platform for achievement, but also a powerful tool for socialization, rehabilitation, unity, and the development of human potential. The festival is part of Russia’s national projects and the state program “Sport of Russia,” reaffirming its high level of social significance.

🌏 The III International Inclusive Sports Festival “IMPULSE” — the International Inclusive Games 2026 — concluded in picturesque Sochi. This large-scale event brought together athletes with disabilities from around the world, demonstrating incredible willpower, competitive spirit, and a desire to win.

Over the course of the festival, more than 900 medal events were awarded in 20 sports and over 90 different disciplines.

🇷🇺Russia’s Triumph and International Rivalry
Competition Results:

• Russia confidently took first place overall, confirming its status as a leader in adaptive sports. Russian athletes won the most medals, demonstrating the highest level of preparation and team spirit.
• Tajikistan, which traditionally demonstrates strong results in its disciplines, took second place, taking silver. Belarus took 3rd place, beating out more experienced rivals thanks to the impressive performances of its athletes.
  Next in the medal table were:
  4th place – Uzbekistan;
  5th place – Armenia;
  6th place – Abkhazia.

Delegations from more than 20 countries applied to participate in the festival, making IMPULSE 2026 a truly international sporting celebration.

🎥The IMPULSE festival was inclusive. Spectators attended, and international and national media broadcast and reported. Millions of people saw and heard about the event. The festival is not only about medals, but also about overcoming challenges.

Looking to the Future:
The success of the festival confirms the growing popularity of adaptive sports worldwide.

Congratulations to all the winners and participants! May the IMPULSE to victory live in every heart! 💪🏅

🙏Thank you for your support as Title Sponsor of the III International Inclusive Games 2026 “IMPULSE” International Adaptive Sports Festival, DobroFON/

👉The III International Inclusive Games “IMPULSE” International Adaptive Sports Festival is supported by the Presidential Grants Fund.

🌏The 3rd International Adaptive Sports Festival “IMPULSE” — the International Inclusive Games 2026 — was a resounding success in sunny Sochi. Already on the first day of competition, it became a shining example of indomitable will and boundless human potential. Athletes with disabilities from around the world gathered not just to compete, but also to inspire, motivate, and challenge perceptions of the limits of what is achievable.

👉The first day of competition turned into a true triumph of spirit. Athletes, overcoming personal challenges, demonstrated remarkable records on specially equipped venues. For each participant, the festival was not only an arena for personal achievement but also an opportunity to inspire spectators, competitors, and the entire world. Emotions filled the atmosphere: tears of joy, applause, and genuine delight at every finish.

👉The second day of competition was a true celebration of will and fortitude. On specially prepared venues and in the water, athletes set incredible records, breaking their own personal barriers. For each participant, the festival was not only a platform to showcase their personal achievements but also an opportunity to inspire spectators, competitors, and the entire world.

✅However, “IMPULSE” goes far beyond athletic competitions. The organizers emphasized the development of a professional community, including master classes in the program. Key topics included innovative rehabilitation methods through physical activity, creating a barrier-free environment, and developing inclusive infrastructure.

👍An extensive excursion program was organized; all participants and their families were able to visit the dolphinarium, arboretum, and various excursions free of charge.

The scale of the event is impressive: 3,480 applications from 22 countries were submitted. Unfortunately, not everyone was able to arrive on time, but those who are here are already making history. IMPULSE continues to inspire, unite, and prove that true victories are born not on pedestals, but in the hearts of those who never give up. We look forward to new triumphs and memorable moments!

🙏Thank you for your support as Title Sponsor of the III International Inclusive Games 2026 “IMPULSE” (International Inclusive Games) Charity Project, DobroFON.

👉The III International Inclusive Games “IMPULSE” is supported by the Presidential Grants Fund.

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.

Friends, we have amazing news! The 3rd International Adaptive Sports Festival “IMPULSE” is turning into a global event!
-The 3rd International Adaptive Sports Festival “IMPULSE” – the International Inclusive Games 2026 erases borders and unites countries and peoples into one friendly family.
-There are no divisions here – only strength of spirit, mutual respect, and a common goal. Athletes from all over the world prove: when we are together, we are stronger!

57 countries have already expressed interest in participating in the International Inclusive Games 2026, and this is just the beginning!
The geography of the participants is impressive – from the snowy expanses of Scandinavia to the sunny shores of Africa, from technologically advanced Asia to the vibrant Americas.

Inspiring numbers:
More than 10 countries have already officially submitted applications for their national teams!
The number of participants ranges from 6 to 110 people per country—and each one brings incredible spirit and a desire to win.

Interested countries span all continents:
Russia, the USA, China, Hungary, Germany, France, Vietnam, the UK, Italy, Canada, Indonesia, Australia, Japan, Ecuador, Brazil, Argentina, South Africa, India, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Belarus, Armenia, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkey, the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan, Israel, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Greece, Iran, Iraq, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Serbia, Ireland, Cyprus, Singapore, the Philippines, Moldova, Madagascar, Bangladesh, the Republic of the Congo, Mali, Togo, Georgia, Mexico, Paraguay, and the British Virgin Islands!

This is more than just a sport—it’s a global movement proving that there are no insurmountable barriers for those who believe in themselves. It’s a celebration of the human spirit, where every participant is already a champion.
This is where not only records are born, but also true friendship between peoples. We speak different languages, but we understand each other without words—through fortitude, respect, and the desire to win.

Sochi 2026 will be a magnet for athletes, coaches, fans, and everyone who shares the values ​​of inclusion, equality, and limitless opportunity.

Are you and your country not on the list yet? It’s time to act!
-Submit your MAIN application now!
-Be part of the opening ceremony, which will be attended by over 10,000 people and broadcast worldwide, seen by over 100,000,000 people.

From March 26 to 28, 2026, the Bolshoi Sports Palace (atrium) in the Sirius Federal Territory in Sochi, Russia, will host the unique International Exhibition of Goods and Services “IMPULSE” (sports and inclusion).

This exciting event will be held as part of the largest international adaptive and inclusive sports event, the III International Adaptive Sports Festival “IMPULSE” – International Inclusive Games 2026.

The exhibition will bring together manufacturers of sporting goods and services, including solutions for people with disabilities. From modern prosthetics and rehabilitation equipment to digital apps, inclusive gadgets, and environmental adaptation services, the exhibition will serve as a platform for showcasing new products that help overcome barriers and develop sports for all.

We invite brands, companies, and manufacturers to exhibit! If you create products or services for sports, rehabilitation, or everyday life, book your place now. This is your chance to present your developments on a global stage, attract thousands of visitors—athletes, experts, and enthusiasts from more than 20 countries—test your products on-site, discuss partnerships, and contribute to creating a more accessible world.

Don’t miss out! Stay tuned for updates on participation and the program.
Let’s work together to make sports inclusive and accessible for everyone!

The Inclusive Darts 4 All sports event was successfully held on 28 December 2025 in Athens, Greece, celebrating inclusion, cooperation, and the joy of participation through sport.
The event was organized by the Panhellenic Association SOS KIDS LAMPSI, in collaboration with Darts Club Sports Café, the Hellenic Powerlifting Association, the Sports Club “SOS KIDS of Shine”, Darts Sports Club Lamias, and the Darts Club Ellinikou.
The event was conducted under the International Patronage and Recognition of:
 International Inclusive Committee
 World Society for Peace Sports
 Sports Against Drugs Foundation and Movement
 International Refugee Sports Federation
 General Association of World Sports Federations
 World Council of Indigenous Games
The action brought together athletes, families, clubs, and organizations from across Greece, creating a vibrant environment of equality, cooperation, and social inclusion.
A Sport That Brings People Together
With the central message“Darts — the Sport at the Heart of the Game. With skill, teamwork, and a smile.”,Inclusive Darts 4 All highlighted the true identity of Darts as a precision sport that promotes participation, focus, and collaboration.
People with and without disabilities — physical, sensory, or intellectual — competed side by side, collaborated, and shared meaningful moments, demonstrating that sport is one of the most powerful tools for social connection, empathy, and mutual respect.
Inclusive Darts 4 All left a strong social impact, reaffirming that sport can serve as a bridge for equality, unity, and meaningful inclusion for all.

Dear friends, athletes, dreamers, and champions of limitless possibilities! With great joy and awe, the International Inclusive Committee has announced the start of accepting MAIN applications for the III International Adaptive Sports Festival “IMPULSE” 2026 – International Inclusive Games, which 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: more than 3,000 inspiring athletes, whose bodies and wills overcome all barriers, will meet in Sochi to light the flame of more than 30 adaptive and inclusive sports. For the first time in history, the festival will feature aerial, ice, and water disciplines—creating miracles where every step, flight, and splash becomes a hymn to 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!

Applications are open: become part of this eternal impulse of life, where inclusion gives birth to new horizons.
Details and the application form are available on the festival’s official website.

Let this festival become your personal triumph!
Who is ready to ignite their impulse?
Share in the comments and join the celebration of the spirit!

Individual applications for participation in the Festival must be submitted to the Organizing Committee at blago@inclusivecommittee.com. The application form is in the Documents section at festimpulse.com/ or the online application form is forms.yandex.ru/u/692b1768… by March 1, 2026.

Group applications for participation in the Festival must be submitted to the Organizing Committee by email at blago@inclusivecommittee.com by March 1, 2026. The application form is in the Documents section at festimpulse.com.

PLEASE NOTE: Space is limited, and applications may be closed early.

You can send your questions by email to: blago@inclusivecommittee.com