Sport for Peace and Development

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Sport for Peace and Development

The practice of sport is a recognized instrument for promoting peace, as it disregards both geographical borders and social classes. It also plays a significant role as a promoter of social integration and economic development in different geographical, cultural and political contexts.


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			Movie Premiere: Clint Eastwood’s Invictus 11-01-2010 (UNESCO) - The French Premiere of Invictus was hosted by UNESCO in Paris on 11 January 2010. The objective was to highlight the power of “sport for reconciliation”, and the importance of the fight against racism to the cause of peace and conflict resolution. More...


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