On 30th November, the last stakeholders meeting convened with 14 participants to discuss ongoing initiatives led by BIDEV. The session provided a comprehensive overview of the latest updates and insights.

BasketForAll Project Updates:

- The meeting commenced with a review of the recent organization on September 23 at Spor Istanbul during the European Week of Sport.

- A successful mixed-gender event included a 3x3 tournament and knowledge-sharing sessions, culminating in the awarding of medals to all participants, recognizing everyone as winners.

- The efforts lead to the scheduling of the Final Conference on January 13 at the Turkish National Olympic Committee.

Key Discussions:

- Noteworthy discussions addressed challenges faced by other countries, such as the Czech Republic and Bulgaria.

- Emphasis was placed on the necessity for improved communication among sports stakeholders, advocating for collaborative efforts involving local governments, municipalities, federations, clubs, and institutions.

- Attendees highlighted the importance of addressing political views affecting project support and aligning educational institutions with sports clubs for a more holistic approach.

- Insights were shared regarding the need for increased collaboration between schools and clubs, drawing inspiration from successful models in other countries.

- Representatives from the Olympic Committee provided valuable insights into the challenges of youth participation in sports compared to other countries, emphasizing the importance of coordinated management between education and sports sectors.

- Discussions focused on the increasing participation rates in sports over the last decade, with particular attention to the need for enhanced efforts in elite athlete development and sports culture promotion.

The meeting concluded with a call to action, urging all stakeholders to contribute to fostering a healthier and more active youth population, emphasizing the significance of collaboration in achieving this goal. With the collection of the meeting results from 3 countries, we will create a MoU and will be translated into 3 languages to spread awareness.