The International Inclusion Committee supports children with disabilities from all over the world

We live in an era when inclusion in sports is becoming an important part of public life. Every child, regardless of physical abilities, has the right to play sports and participate in the active life of society. In this context, the International Inclusion Committee is taking significant steps to support and develop adaptive sports.

Recently, the Committee carried out a charitable transfer of equipment to the State Budgetary Educational Institution of the Republic of Dagestan “Republican Center for Social and Labor Adaptation and Career Guidance named after U.M. Murtuzalieva”. As part of this initiative, specialized soccer balls and equipment for adaptive football were donated. This is not just a sum of equipment, but an opportunity for children with disabilities to discover new horizons, develop physical activity and socialization.

Equipment for adaptive football was also provided in Belarus. These projects are aimed at ensuring that as many children as possible can find their place in the world of sports, develop self-confidence and improve their health. Sport helps not only to develop physical fitness, but also to build team spirit, resolve conflicts, teach respect and interaction.

It is important to remember that sport is not only a competition, it is a way of self-expression, an opportunity to overcome stereotypes and barriers. Every child, regardless of circumstances, deserves the opportunity to do what they love and feel part of something bigger.

The International Inclusion Committee will continue to support such important initiatives, understanding that inclusion in sport is the way to create a society in which every person is valuable and important. Let’s support inclusive initiatives together and help children with disabilities find their place in the world of sport

The report emphasizes the importance of mutual exchange of experience, and coordination of efforts in the field of development of public health and sports culture between countries with different cultural traditions and socio-economic conditions.
Aleksandr Smirnov spoke about the activities, specifics and successes of the International Inclusive Committee, 7 more countries of the world community expressed a desire to join the committee, and hold international competitions at their facilities with the support of the committee, the committee has already united more than 30 countries of the world and more than 60 organizations.
The report also spoke about the support measures that the committee provides to its members, as well as state, public, non-profit and municipal organizations in Russia, so in 2023 the committee provided support in the amount of more than 23,000,000 rubles, in total in 2023 more than 70,000 people with disabilities and their families became beneficiaries, as well as orphanages, boarding schools, NGOs, adaptive sports centers and charitable organizations from all over Russia.

Healthy lifestyle and sports are among the key factors in improving the quality of life of the population. Municipalities play a key role in creating conditions for an active and healthy lifestyle of citizens.

At the forum, Alexander Smirnov touched upon the experience of different countries in the development and popularization of sports and sports projects.

Modern society pays special attention to the popularization of a healthy lifestyle and sports among young people. This process includes the use of modern training methods, support for young athletes, the introduction of new technologies and the creation of specialized training and sports grounds.

BRICS Presentation in Russian

Buenos Aires, Argentina — This year, Argentina will be the proud host of the 2024 Panamerican Inclusive Taekwondo Festival. This iconic event will bring together athletes of all abilities from across the American continent to showcase their incredible skills, tenacity, and indomitable will.

The Panamerican Inclusive Taekwondo Festival aims to promote sport as a tool for social inclusion and equality. The main goal of the event is to show that sport is accessible to everyone, regardless of physical limitations, and that every person has the potential to achieve great results. Inclusion and support for athletes with disabilities becomes a central theme of the festival, making it special and highly relevant for the entire sports community.

BRICS Adaptive Taekwondo Cup: The Path to Inclusion and Sporting Achievements in Minsk.
The BRICS Cup will be held from November 15 to 17, 2024.
Every year, sport becomes more inclusive and accessible to people with different abilities. The International Inclusive Committee, together with the International Adaptive Taekwondo Federation and the Adaptive Taekwondo Federation of Russia, is taking a significant step forward by holding the BRICS Adaptive Taekwondo Cup in the capital of Belarus, Minsk. This event will not only demonstrate a high level of sporting achievements, but will also become a platform for strengthening friendship and mutual understanding between peoples.

This unique tournament is designed to unite athletes with diverse physical and intellectual abilities, giving everyone the opportunity to show their talents and demonstrate the spirit of camaraderie. The Friendship Cup will be an important step towards creating a society without barriers, where everyone can feel like an important part of the team.
We invite all sports fans, as well as those who want to support the ideals of inclusiveness and equality, to join this significant event. You can expect exciting football matches, interesting master classes, inspiring meetings and much more.
Join us in Minsk in October 2024 and become part of a great holiday where sports unites hearts!
This tournament is becoming an important event in which national teams from Russia and Belarus can participate. We strive to create a unique atmosphere where everyone can show their abilities, regardless of physical abilities. The Friendship Cup is not only a sports competition, but also a celebration of unity, mutual understanding and support.

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!

Prezident «Mezhdunarodnogo Inklyuzivnogo Komiteta» Aleksandr Smirnov soveshchaniya na Mezhdunarodnom forume BRICS. Predstaviteli boleye 10 stran, vklyuchaya Yegipet, Kitay, Iran, Braziliyu, Indiyu, Afriku, Argentinu i drugiye strany, vse vyrazili svoyu solidarnost’ i gotovnost’ k sotrudnichestvu. Oni podderzhali napravleniye i vyrazili zhelaniye prisoyedinit’sya k «Mezhdunarodnomu inklyuzivnomu komitetu». Takzhe, vse uchastniki peregovorov zayavili o svoyom zhelanii razvivat’ adaptivnyy i inklyuzivnyy sport, vklyuchaya adaptivnoye tkhekvondo. Oni poprosili o podderzhke i konsul’tatsiyakh v etom napravlenii. Bylo resheno soglasovat’ vizity nashikh spetsialistov i trenerov dlya provedeniya master-klassov i obucheniya nashikh novykh partnorov, osnovnym vidom sporta dlya obucheniya byl oboznachen adaptivnoye tkhekvondo. Byli namecheny ryad sovmestnykh meropriyatiy, sredi kotorykh «Kubok BRICS» po adaptivnomu tkhekvondo, kotoryy skoro proydet v stolitse Belorussii, gorode Minsk. Eto otlichnyye novosti o prodvizhenii inklyuzivnogo sporta i podderzhke adaptivnogo tkhekvondo na mezhdunarodnom urovne! Uchastiye predstaviteley boleye chem 10 stran, vyrazivshikh svoyu gotovnost’ k sotrudnichestvu i razvitiyu inklyuzivnogo sporta, yavlyayetsya vazhnym shagom k sozdaniyu boleye ravnykh vozmozhnostey dlya vsekh lyudey, vne zavisimosti ot ikh vozmozhnostey. Inklyuzivnyy sport obogashchayet obshchestvo, sposobstvuyet vnedreniyu kontseptsii ravnykh prav i vozmozhnostey dlya vsekh grupp naseleniya. Takiye initsiativy, kak provedeniye master-klassov i obucheniya sportsmenov v oblasti adaptivnogo tkhekvondo, pomogut dal’she rasprostranit’ ponimaniye i populyarizatsiyu etoy distsipliny sredi mezhdunarodnoy obshchestvennosti. Nadeyus’, chto eti shagi privedut k usileniyu vzaimodeystviya mezhdu stranami i povysyat uroven’ podderzhki inklyuzivnogo sporta vo vsem mire. Vazhno prodolzhat’ sotrudnichestvo i obmenivat’sya opytom dlya razvitiya inklyuzivnogo sporta vo vsem mire.

The President of the International Inclusive Committee, Alexander Smirnov, gave an interview to the Argentine media.

Levina Blanco – Alexander, please tell us about the importance and development of adaptive sports in the world?
Alexander Smirnov – Of course, the development of adaptive sports is a very important area that helps people with disabilities realize their potential and achieve success in sports. These athletes are an inspiration to all of us with their perseverance, fortitude and desire to overcome any difficulties.

Levina Blanco – Alexander, please tell me what is required for adaptive sports to become accessible?

Alexander Smirnov – In order to help special athletes, it is important to create conditions for their training, competition and development of sports skills. This includes the expansion of sports infrastructure, the availability of specialized sports facilities and equipment, and the provision of financial support for participation in competitions and training.
In addition, it is important to strengthen information support for adaptive sports, promote a healthy lifestyle and sports among people with disabilities. Only through the joint efforts of society and the state can we provide equal opportunities for all athletes, regardless of their physical abilities.

Levina Blanco – Alexander, why is adaptive sports especially important for children with disabilities, your opinion?

Alexander Smirnov – Children with disabilities have the right to fully engage in sports and develop their athletic abilities. Sport helps them not only improve their health and develop physical skills, but also increase self-esteem, self-confidence and social adaptation.
It is important to create conditions so that children with disabilities can play sports without obstacles or discrimination. This includes access to specialist sports schools, coaches and equipment, as well as the provision of psychological and emotional support.

Supporting these children in sport not only helps them develop physically, but also helps them integrate into society, form friendships and reach their potential. Let’s together continue to support and promote the development of sports among children with disabilities!

Levina Blanco – Alexander, what can you say about the situation in the world regarding the creation of equal opportunities for the entire society, especially for special athletes and for access to sports, what else needs to be done in your opinion?

Alexander Smirnov – Ensuring equal opportunities in sports is a key aspect of building a fair and inclusive society. Every person, regardless of his physical, psychological or other characteristics, should have the opportunity to play sports and develop his athletic abilities.

To ensure equal opportunities in sport, it is necessary to create accessible and inclusive sports infrastructure that is adapted to the needs of all people. This includes creating specialized programs and services for people with disabilities, making sports facilities accessible to people with disabilities, and hosting special events and competitions for athletes with disabilities.

It is also important to raise public awareness of the importance of inclusion in sport and combat discrimination and stereotypes that may prevent people with disabilities from fully participating in sporting life. Only through the joint efforts of society, the state and sports organizations can we ensure equal opportunities for everyone in sports.

Levina Blanco – Alexander, the concept of inclusive sport has recently become part of the general principles of understanding sport, but not everyone still understands what inclusive sport is and what adaptive sport is, I am sure that most people around the world think that this is the same thing and also, please tell people from the professional side, what is the difference?

Alexander Smirnov – let me try to tell you in detail, for those who do not yet understand the difference or think that it is something else, such as all sorts of unacceptable principles and tolerances, misinterpretations of “equal opportunities” and “inclusion” that are now being propagated in the world , from some countries and gay politicians, but it’s good that the majority of people around the world are against such admission rules.

Inclusive sport is an approach to sport that aims to provide equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of their ability, age, gender or disability. The goal of inclusive sport is for everyone to be able to participate in sports activities, develop physically and emotionally, and enjoy activities.

Inclusive sport creates conditions that allow both athletes with and without disabilities to participate. This includes various adaptations of sports equipment and facilities, as well as the use of individual approaches to each athlete.

Inclusive sport promotes tolerance, understanding and respect for differences between people. It helps create a favorable environment for social integration, the formation of friendships and increased self-esteem of participants. Through inclusive sport, people with different needs can connect, learn from each other and achieve success together. It is important to continue to develop this approach and create the conditions to increase access to sport for everyone.
Adaptive sports and inclusive sports have similarities, but there are also differences in their approach to organizing sports activities for people with disabilities.

Adaptive sports are different factors:
Individualization: Adaptive sport focuses on the individual needs and abilities of athletes with disabilities. Special adapted technologies, equipment and training methods are used.
Primarily for People with Disabilities: Adaptive sports focuses on the participation and development of athletes with specific physical, intellectual or mental differences.
Specialized programs: For adaptive sports, specialized training programs, competitions, and events are often developed aimed at developing sports skills and achieving results.
Inclusive sports:

Inclusion: Inclusive sport focuses on the shared participation of both disabled and non-disabled athletes in sporting activities. It promotes the unification of different people in sports activities.
Universal Access: Inclusive sport aims to provide access to sport for all participants, regardless of their characteristics. This may include adapting the infrastructure, creating convenient conditions for all participants.
Social integration: Inclusive sport promotes the social integration of different categories of people through joint sports activities, creating a tolerant and friendly environment for everyone.
Thus, adaptive sport focuses on the individual needs and development of athletes with disabilities, while inclusive sport encourages diverse people to come together and ensures access to sport for all.

Thank you very much Alexander, it was interesting to communicate with you, we wish you good luck, I hope to see you soon at the “International Inclusive Games” and we invite you to Argentina, the “National Inclusive Committee” of Argentina asked me to give you a gift and an invitation.

The “National Inclusive Committee” of Russia, as part of a project for charitable support of orphanages and boarding schools, donated gifts to Psychoneurological Boarding School No. 6 of St. Petersburg. The children received juices, fruits, candies, cookies, other sweets and much more.

Attention! “International Inclusive Games” have been postponed.
A meeting was held with the countries participating in the first “International Inclusive Games”; More than 15 countries of the world took part in the meeting; As a result of the meeting, it was decided to postpone the date of the “International Inclusive Games” due to the ban on visiting Russia and Belarus for most participating countries. It was also decided, if possible, to change the country in which the International Inclusive Games will be held to a neutral one, if the bans are not lifted in the very near future. Additional information will appear very soon.