Sports Events As A Tool for Social Integration
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17605/cajssh.v6i3.1195Keywords:
sports events, social integration, community engagement, inclusivity, diversity, social cohesion, marginalized groups, participation barriers, community development, teamwork, cultural exchange, empowerment, social networks, policy recommendations, case studies.Abstract
The article “Sport Events as a Tool for Social Inclusion” explores the important role that sport events play in strengthening social cohesion and inclusion in diverse communities. The main objective of this study is to explore how organised sport events can serve as effective platforms to bridge social divides and promote interactions between people from different backgrounds. The study aims to identify key factors that facilitate sport participation, particularly among underrepresented groups, and analyse the impact of these events on community engagement and social networks. Specific objectives include assessing barriers to sport participation, evaluating successful case studies of social inclusion through sport and proposing actionable strategies to enhance inclusivity in sport events. The expected outcomes of this study include a set of recommendations for policy makers and community organisers aimed at using sport as a tool for social inclusion. Ultimately, the findings are expected to contribute to the development of more cohesive societies in which people feel connected and valued through shared sport experiences.
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