Developing Academic Education Tools and Methods of Traditional Sports and Games for Youth

The reason for applying for this project arises from the pressing need to preserve, revive, and sustain traditional sports and games (TSG). The growing influence of globalization and modern sports poses a threat to the existence of TSG, which embody the cultural and historical identities of nations. Without action, these valuable elements face the risk of being forgotten. This project aims to establish mechanisms for safeguarding, promoting, and passing down TSG to younger generations. Integrating TSG into primary and secondary school curricula has been recognized as essential for ensuring their sustainability. The project focuses on developing innovative digital tools to facilitate the teaching and promotion of TSG. Additionally, it seeks to make TSG more inclusive and accessible for disadvantaged groups, including individuals with disabilities. By enhancing the knowledge, skills, and creativity of youth workers, the project intends to enable them to use TSG as a means to strengthen youth participation. Beyond addressing these needs, the project aspires to establish a sustainable model for reviving TSG and preserving cultural diversity.

In today's world, where traditional sports and games (TSG) are on the verge of being forgotten, this project aims to research, revive, and pass them on to younger generations. In doing so, it seeks to preserve cultural heritage and maintain diversity. Innovative and environmentally friendly educational materials have been developed to integrate TSG into primary and secondary school curricula. Through pilot implementations, the effectiveness of these materials has been tested, ensuring their dissemination to wider audiences. A digital game has been created to facilitate the teaching and promotion of TSG. Digital content specifically designed for individuals with hearing impairments has been developed to foster social inclusion. The accessibility of TSG has been enhanced by promoting them through mobile applications. Collaboration among project partners has enabled the exchange of cultural knowledge across different countries, contributing to international awareness. Through this project, traditional sports and games have been redefined not only as cultural heritage elements but also as tools for enhancing young people’s creative potential and social participation.