The UAFF project "Inclusive Football Sections" has been launched at the Chernivtsi Oblast Educational-Rehabilitation Center (coaches — Maria Sas-Batranko and Oxana Plakhova). The second location for the project will be Chernivtsi Lyceum No. 7.

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As a reminder, before the start of the project, coaches underwent special training at a seminar organized by UAFF.

The regional coordinator for the project from the Chernivtsi Football Association is Oleksandr Plakhov.

Within the framework of UEFA's Mass Participation Football Charter, the Ukrainian Football Association aims to:

— improve the psycho-emotional and physical state of children through their involvement in physical activities and socialization;

— change society's attitude towards people with disabilities;

— provide access to inclusive sports activities;

— unlock children's potential;

— unite children and adults, regardless of physical or mental development.

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Inclusive football sections, which are open to children with special educational needs, have been established in 21 communities across Ukraine. Thanks to the efforts of UAFF, these sections are equipped with children's football uniforms, balls, and necessary sports equipment.