About the YouCampDis Project

The International Youth Sport Camp for People With Disabilities (YouCampDis) is a collaborative effort between sports organizations in Italy, Portugal, Croatia, and Greece. Over the next 12 months (December 2024 to November 2025), the project will:

• Organize inclusive youth sports camps.
• Train peer trainers (young leaders aged 18-30) in adaptive sports.
• Foster intercultural dialogue through grassroots sports events.

Key partners include:

• A.S.D. Sport Club Basilicata (Italy) – Project Coordinator
• Istarska Sportska Akademija (Croatia)
• Novas Olimpíadas Especiais (Portugal)
• Aetoi Thessalonikis (Greece)

Kickoff Meeting Highlights

The meeting agenda covered:

1. Project Overview: Goals, work packages, tasks, and timelines.
2. Events and Deliverables: Inclusive sporting events and summer camps across the four countries.
3. Dissemination Strategy: Plans for social media, publications, and events to share results.
4. Environmental and Digital Innovation: Incorporation of green practices and e-learning tools.
5. Monitoring & Financial Planning: Ensuring accountability and transparency.

The meeting also established a Management Committee, representing all partner organizations, to oversee project progress and ensure seamless collaboration.

What’s Next?

In the coming months, partners will:

• Conduct surveys to design targeted training.
• Create a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) for trainers.
• Plan summer camps and inclusive sports events for 120 participants with intellectual disabilities.

Stay tuned for updates on upcoming events and resources that will be made available on our official channels.