The non-profit organization United Sports Cyprus (USC), with the support of the French Embassy in Cyprus, is pleased to announce a press conference for the launch of a groundbreaking initiative aimed at empowering young girls through sports. Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 10:30 AM Outdoor basketball court of the Ledra Palace Hotel, Nicosia.
The event will be honored by the presence of the French Ambassador to Cyprus, H.E. Clélia Chevrier Kolacko, who will make statements regarding the project supported by the French Embassy. Representatives of USC and participants from various communities will also attend.
This initiative offers weekly basketball training sessions for girls aged 5-8 from various communities in Cyprus. Its goals include:
- Bridging social divides: Promoting intercommunal understanding and cooperation.
- Leadership training: Developing teamwork and leadership skills.
- Fostering love for sports: Encouraging a lasting passion for basketball and sports in general.
This initiative goes beyond the basketball court, serving as a strategic investment in the future of Cypriot basketball and community harmony.
Program Representatives
The organizers will outline the program’s objectives, expected social impact, and expansion plans. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the first young participants of the program.
About United Sports Cyprus (USC)
The non-profit organization United Sports Cyprus (USC) was founded to promote education and constructive dialogue among various communities and social groups through sports.
The USC aims to:
- Provide opportunities for all communities in Cyprus to overcome physical and social barriers.
- Create equal and inclusive opportunities in sports for individuals of all ages and ethnicities.
- Educate youth in leadership and communication skills to support an inclusive society.
USC promotes teamwork in sports through activities based on modern teaching methods and sporting experiences. Its goal is to break down social and cultural stereotypes, strengthen mutual trust, and foster friendships that endure. USC champions social change by leveraging the universal nature of sports to bridge differences and promote a participatory and inclusive society.
For more information, contact United Sports Cyprus:
- Address: Home for Cooperation, 28 Markou Drakou Street, 1102 Nicosia, Cyprus
- Phone: +357 22 660 061
- Website: www.unitedsportscy.com
