The city of Napoli is about to launch an ambitious project entitled “Sport is support”, aimed at providing sporting and cultural activities to young people aged between 14 and 34. The initiative, financed by Sports and Health and promoted by Ministry for Sport and Youthfocuses on young people who live in conditions of social hardship, offering them a space to welcome and enhance their resources.
The proposed activities
The project includes a wide range of free courses, including rugby, judo, gymnastics e pilatestogether with laboratories of ancient Neapolitan games and seminars ondiet. These activities will take place at the Partenope sports centrelocated near the Albricci stadium and of business center of Naples. The leader of the project is the Partenope Rugby Club Juniorwhich was awarded the financing through a specific tender. The main objective of “Sport is support” is to free young people from situations of isolation and discomfort, promoting their well-being and the acquisition of new skills.
In addition to sports courses, the project offers the possibility of obtaining a “license” to become federal technicianand also includes courses sports journalism. These opportunities represent an important opportunity for growth and training, which could become a springboard for many young people.
Support for young people and the community
Paola Gelorminipresident of Partenope Rugby Club Junioremphasized how the project represents an important opportunity for children in difficulty. “The idea is to use rugby, a sport that embodies fundamental values, as a tool to attract young people,” he explained gelormini. Furthermore, also other disciplines such as pilates, judo e gymnastics they have a significant role in offering a varied proposal.
Francesca Merendaregional coordinator of Sports and Healthunderlined that the project, lasting 24 monthsaims to facilitate access to various extra-sporting, cultural and laboratory activities. This integrated approach aims to discover the talents of participants, encouraging their active participation in civic spaces. The goal is not only to help young people build a healthier lifestyle, but also to promote a culture of inclusion and mutual support.
Celebration of the start of the project
The start of the initiative saw the participation of several prominent figures in the world of sport, with the presence of former athletes of the Partenope. Among the guests were Alessandro Gelorminipresident of the association Partenope sports cluband the samples Raffaele D’Orazio e Vincenzo Trapanesewho wrote the history of Italian rugby in the 60s.
The celebration was not only a time of celebration, but also highlighted the importance of community in supporting young people. Alessandro Gelormini highlighted how the project aims to bring young people closer to amateur sport, conceived not only as a commitment, but as an opportunity for fun and self-discovery.
With concrete proposals and strong support from institutions, “Sport is support” is part of a broader debate on the need to create spaces and opportunities for young people, reflecting a collective desire to generate positive change in the city.
Last updated on November 8, 2024 by Sofia Greco
