Project

The “Empowering Grassroots Sport for Inclusion and Development” (EGSID) project, set in Albania, is an initiative aimed at leveraging sports as a catalyst for societal benefits, particularly in promoting social inclusion, health, and well-being. The project specifically targets marginalized communities with the objective of enhancing their access to sports activities, thereby fostering a sense of belonging and community cohesion.
A key focus is on strengthening the organizational capacities of local sports entities to ensure they are more inclusive, effective, and sustainable. This includes providing training and resources to improve governance, management, and the delivery of sports programs that cater to diverse community needs.
Additionally, EGSID is committed to promoting European values, such as equality, non-discrimination, and human rights, within the sports sector. This aligns with broader efforts to encourage social change and tolerance through sports, highlighting the role of sports in bridging cultural and social divides.
The project also emphasizes the importance of EU-Albania collaboration, aiming to establish partnerships and exchanges that can enhance the quality and reach of grassroots sports initiatives. This international cooperation is seen as vital for sharing best practices, resources, and knowledge, further contributing to the project’s goals of inclusion and development.
Overall, EGSID aspires to create a more inclusive and healthy society in Albania by playing sports more accessible to all, especially those who are often marginalized or excluded. By doing so, it seeks to not only improve individual well-being but also contribute to the social and cultural fabric of the community.
The Empowering Grassroots Sport for Inclusion and Development (EGSID) project aims to address several critical issues, challenges, and gaps within the grassroots sports sector in Albania and through collaboration with EU partners.
Including
- Limited Access to Sports for Marginalized Groups
- Capacity Constraints of Sports Organizations
- Underutilization of Sport as a Tool for Social Integration
- Insufficient Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles
- Lack of International Cooperation and Exchange
Objective
- Objective 1: Enhance Access to Sports for Marginalized Groups
- Objective 2: Strengthen Capacity of Grassroots Sports Organizations
- Objective 3: Promote Social Integration Through Sport
- Objective 4: Increase Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles Across All Segments
- Objective 5: Enhance International Cooperation and Exchange
Impact
Short-Term Impact (1-2 Years)
– Increased Participation in Sport
– Enhanced Capacity of Sports Organizations
– Raised Awareness
Medium-Term Impact (3-5 Years)
– Sustainable Partnerships
– Behavioral Change
– Policy Influence
Long-Term Impacts (5+ Years)
– Institutionalized Inclusivity
– Health and Social Cohesion
– Replication and Scaling