From November 25 to 27, the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), in partnership with the Portuguese Government, will be organizing the 10th UNAOC Global Forum. The event will take place in Cascais, at the Estoril Conference Center, bringing together leaders, experts, and representatives from various communities.
The Forum will address a wide range of important topics, including gender equality, social inclusion, the right to education, and the promotion of peace. During the sessions, participants will have the opportunity to discuss strategies and share initiatives aimed at building fairer and more equitable societies.
Furthermore, there will be an enriching lecture on the role of sports as a powerful tool for social inclusion in the Thematic Panel 2, “Harnessing the Unifying Power of Sports to Promote Peace and Inclusivity: Sports Diplomacy as a Bridge-builder” at 9 A.M on the 27th. The event will address how sports practice can serve as an effective means to integrate people with disabilities and those in vulnerable situations. Successful strategies and initiatives that demonstrate the potential of sports to promote self-esteem, health, and harmonious coexistence among different social groups will be discussed, highlighting the importance of accessibility and respect for diversity in the sports environment.
As part of the event’s activities, on the final day, with the collaboration of the Portuguese Football Federation, an exciting futsal game will be held to promote inclusion and peace. This game will take place at the famous City of Football in Cruz Quebrada and will bring together athletes from different backgrounds, symbolizing the unity and harmony among diverse cultures.
More details on the programme are available here.
