The Senegalese city of Ziguinchor is set to promote sports as a tool for social inclusion and autonomy for people with disabilities. A two-year project, implemented by the NGO Aïda, aims to provide access to sports activities for people with disabilities and train human resources to sustain this initiative. The project, funded by the Valencian cooperation and supported by the Ministry of Family, Social Action, and Solidarity, will focus on wheelchair basketball and other sports.
The project was launched with a 10-day training session for athletes and coaches, which started on November 12 and will end on November 22. The training will cover wheelchair basketball and other disciplines, including volleyball. The goal is to enable people with disabilities to participate in sports activities and become autonomous. Blanca Orduna, coordinator of the NGO Aïda, explained that the project aims to promote social and economic inclusion for people with disabilities in the Ziguinchor region.
The project will not only provide sports training but also empower people with disabilities to become coaches and trainers. This approach will help to increase the number of beneficiaries and create a sustainable impact. Orduna emphasized that the project wants to ensure that all people with disabilities can benefit from this initiative and master wheelchair basketball and other sports.
The Ziguinchor Handisport League has welcomed the initiative, saying it addresses a long-standing need for people with disabilities. Henry Ndecky, president of the league, expressed satisfaction with the project's launch, saying it will give a new impetus to adapted sports in the region. He stressed that sports should be a right for all, and people with disabilities should have equal opportunities to participate.
The project aims to break down barriers that limit access to sports for people with disabilities. Ndecky emphasized that it is essential to guarantee people with disabilities the same rights and opportunities as other citizens. The project will help to promote a culture of inclusion and equality, enabling people with disabilities to participate fully in community life.
The initiative has been well-received by the local community, with many expressing hope that it will have a positive impact on the lives of people with disabilities. The project's success will depend on the support of local authorities and the community's willingness to embrace inclusion and equality.
The project is a significant step towards promoting inclusion and autonomy for people with disabilities in Ziguinchor. With the support of local authorities and the community, it has the potential to make a lasting impact on the lives of people with disabilities.
Key points
- The project will provide training for athletes and coaches in wheelchair basketball and other sports.
