In Zhytomyr region, they conducted the first cycle of inclusive football sections

In Zhytomyr region, the first cycle of 20 inclusive football sections under the project of the Ukrainian Football Association has been completed.

In Zhytomyr region, they conducted the first cycle of inclusive football sections

Photo by the press service of the UAFA

The training was held in Romaniv, at the base of Lyceum № 1 (trainer — Galyna Krotkevych). We remind you that before starting the project, the trainers underwent special training at a seminar by the Ukrainian Football Federation (UAF).

Photos courtesy of UAF

The regional coordinator for the project from the Zhytomyr Oblast Football Association was Ruslan Mayevsky.

Through this project within the UEFA Mass 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 and mental development characteristics.

Photos courtesy of UAF

Inclusive football sections, to which children with special educational needs can enroll, are being opened in 21 communities across Ukraine. Thanks to the UAF, these sections are equipped with children's football uniforms, balls, and necessary sports equipment.