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𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨 𝐂𝐮𝐩 As we celebrate the thrilling matches and remarkable talents showcased in the Euro Cup, it’s essential to remember the stories beyond the pitch. One such story is that of Lamine Yamal, a young talent whose journey to the Euro Cup reminds us of the pressing issue of child labor. Child labor remains a significant challenge globally, with millions of children deprived of their childhood, education, and opportunities. Yamal’s rise to fame is inspirational, but it also highlights the importance of safeguarding children’s rights and ensuring they have a future free from exploitation. Recently, the rumors about Germany trying to fine Spain for allowing just 16 years old Yamal to play has sparked a lot of discussion in the sports community. This underscores the importance of international accountability and collaboration in eradicating child labor. Let's celebrate Yamal's passion for football, recognizing that not all children have the same opportunities to pursue what they love. Every child deserves the chance to discover and nurture their interests, ensuring their happiness and growth. #ChildLabor #EuroCup #Yamal #CorporateResponsibility #EthicalBusiness #HumanRights #Euro2024

The energy of the youth is unmatched and has the potential to bring the change. Happy International Youth Day. #InternationalYouthDay #YouthDay #youth #SwamiVivekananda #insperation #YouthPower #teaching #YoungStar #youngstars #HomeCare #homecareproducts #agpl #digitalmarketing2023 #marketing

- Paris 2024 successfully advocated for a daily 30-minute exercise period in French primary schools, an initiative which has been rolled out nationally in all 36,800 schools, aiming to reach 4.2 million pupils nationwide." - More than 8,700 schools and higher education establishments have been awarded the “Génération 2024” label, a seal recognising their collaboration with local sports clubs and local governments to support the development of sports practice -The “Bouger Plus” programme has benefitted over 600,000 people. It aims to get everyone in France moving and prioritises schoolchildren, women, people with disabilities, senior citizens and groups who tend to be less active or socially excluded. - Through the 2024 Endowment Fund created in 2019, Paris 2024 and its co-financers have also supported more than 1,100 social projects to the tune of EUR 47.8 million for 4.5 million beneficiaries to encourage the practice of sport by women and people with disabilities, but also to promote the role of sport in education, equality, inclusion and professional integration. - Paris 2024 also launched Impact 2024 International, a collaboration with the French Development Agency (AFD) aiming to provide funding and technical support to projects that use sport to address issues such as health, well-being, education, inclusion and equality in Africa. Outstanding work Paris 2024!

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Africa’s booming creative scene reflects its vibrant youth culture and urban energy. From Afrobeat rhythms ruling the airwaves to Nollywood churning out over 2,000 films annually, the cultural influence of this region is undeniable. Yet, Africa’s share of the global creative economy remains disproportionately low, accounting for only around 2.9% of global "creative goods" exports and less than 1% of the African GDP. Amidst this creative renaissance, Eyeball.club is making remarkable strides in connecting talented youth footballers on the continent with global opportunities. Africa boasts a rich football legacy, filled with globally celebrated players who have left a big mark on the sport. Even more promising is the abundance of fresh talent currently emerging across various African countries, ready to captivate the world with their skills. But it has not been easy to map and tap into this talent pool outside the few European clubs that have built a strong presence on the continent - at least until now 😎 However Eyeball is not only a big win for the pro clubs - several transformative things occur when Eyeball partners with a youth academy in Africa. The academy and its players gain access to the broader professional football network, but they also receive full match videos and performance analysis free of charge. This technology can be used for training and player development, enhancing the academy's offerings. With this additional exposure, Eyeball partner academies become magnets for the best players in their regions, further elevating the local talent pool and continuing Africa's impactful contribution to global football. It’s an exciting journey, and we are just getting started. 🚀

It is a real eye opener to see some of the barriers to participation that groups meet in everyday life, in particular with sports and exercise. Meeting stakeholders over the past couple of weeks has shown me that people do the best they can with the tools they are given. It is our responsibility as ESF Social Innovation in Sport Officers to access better tools for the most vulnerable in our society, or co-design appropriate tools where they don't exist. The mission of the Sport Ireland "Sport 4 Empowerment" programme through the LSP network of ESF Social Innovation in Sport Officers is to develop and implement people-first programmes to improve lives, create meaningful opportunities and a sense of belonging through sport and physical activity. #sport4empowerment #esfeurope #sportireland #inclusionmatters #innovation #EUinmyregion

💫 Peace and Sport 💫 Whenever I hear sport, one thing that comes to my mind is Ethiopian athletics and how proud we are. In the heart of Ethiopia, where we boast marvelous runners, my name is Yabtsega Getachew. I stand as a firm believer in the transformative power of sports to unite communities worldwide. Sports serve as a universal language, bridging divides and fostering unity among diverse peoples. Empowering the next generation through sports is paramount. By investing in youth development programs, we equip young people with essential life skills and instill values of teamwork and sportsmanship. Join me in championing the spirit of sportsmanship and solidarity. Together, let's strive towards a world where every goal scored contributes to building peaceful, inclusive societies. PS: What does sports mean to you, and how do you think it can contribute to fostering unity in our communities? #IDSDP2024 #SportforChange #UnityThroughSport #GlobalYouthEmpowerment #Pecae #Inclusion #Youthpower #SDGS #Agenda2063

#BeActive From September 23 to 30, The European Week of Sport 2023 of which Sport and Citizenship is a partner, will focus on 3 topics 👇 - #inclusion - engagement - Inovation This week is promoted by the European Commission and various European #sports stakeholders. 📽 Take a look at the teaser ! Link to the site in the top comment below ⬇

I play my role. As a father, husband, brother, son and most importantly as a person I play my role to creat a peaceful and inclusive world. Happy International Sport for Development and Peace Day 2024 with the theme of " sport for promotion of Peaceful and Inclusive Societies" #Sport4Change #Peace #Inclusion #SDGs #Agenda2063