The holiday month of December has one special day dedicated to people with special needs and it is December 3rd - the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Its objective is to promote understanding of disability issues and to advocate for the inclusion and participation of people with disabilities in...
SportWay project News
Sports for All Ages: From Kids to Seniors
Sport is one of the few things in life that brings people of all ages together. From first kicks on the field to joyful movement in later years, physical activity has the power to connect generations, strengthen bodies, and lift spirits — no matter the number on your birthday cake....
Inclusive Workshops That Move Everyone: How SportWay Brings Integration to Life
SportWay’s international events in Ljubljana, Possagno and Vienna showcased a powerful idea: sport becomes truly transformative when everyone can participate. Throughout the three events, more than 70 workshops were designed to include children, youth and adults with and without disabilities, offering activities that combined movement, creativity, trust-building and fun. The...
Meet the Volunteers Who Make It Happen:
The Human Engine Behind SportWay’s Inclusive Vision In every SportWay event—whether in Slovenia or Italy—there is a dimension that goes far beyond sports, logistics or planning. It is the human dimension, carried forward by volunteers who choose to dedicate time, energy and compassion to support an inclusive vision of sport....
SportWay Vienna 2025 – Workshops That Move Everyone
The SportWay Vienna 2025 event was not only about competition — it was about participation. This year’s edition at Posthalle Wien focused on inclusion through a wide range of workshops that brought movement, learning, and creativity together. Each activity was designed so that every child could take part, regardless of their background or ability. From...
TO BE A VOLUNTEER
The Power of Giving Back Volunteers are the heart of every event our organization creates. Without their energy, kindness, and commitment, inclusive sport events like “Be a Sportsman” and other events within SportWay project would not be possible. This event brings together people with and without special needs through sports,...
SportWay Building the Path for the Future of Inclusive Sport
As the SportWay project approaches its conclusion with the final event in Austria, partners from Italy, Slovenia and Austria look back on a journey that has gone far beyond sport. Over the past two years, SportWay has created bridges between communities, promoted inclusion through physical activity, and offered new perspectives...
To make the world a better place: What is the motivation behind a young person to become a volunteer?
There are certain people that just have that feeling of solidarity, empathy, compassion in them and they relate to other people naturally. Or perhaps life put them in a tough situation and created a lesson to be learned in order to grow, evolve and make something bigger while being on...
Recap of the Sportway Event in Vienna
As part of the European Week of Sport, ACTIVE Austria organized the SportWay event on Friday, 26 September, at Posthalle Wien in Vienna. Starting at 9:00 a.m., the hall welcomed around 300 participants, including approximately 250 children from seven local schools in Vienna and three institutions working with children and people with...
How Sports Help Fight Loneliness: Finding Connection Through Play
In a world that’s more connected than ever, many people still feel alone. Whether it's due to age, disability, language barriers, or life changes, loneliness affects people across all walks of life. But there’s one place where connection often sparks naturally — on the sports field. At SportWay, we believe...
How Sports Help People from Disadvantaged Groups
The Example of SportWay Sports are much more than competition, trophies, and medals. They are a powerful tool for inclusion, empowerment, and personal growth. For people who face social, economic, or physical challenges, sports can become a safe space where they can rebuild confidence, learn teamwork, and discover their strengths....
What Is the European Week of Sport?
Every September, millions of people across Europe lace up their shoes, roll out their mats, or head out to the field to join the European Week of Sport (EWoS) — a major campaign by the European Commission to promote health, movement, and inclusion. A Movement Across Europe - EWOS 2025...
Vienna Awaits: The Final Chapter of SportWay
On 26 September 2025, the SportWay project will come full circle with its final event in Vienna, Austria. This moment carries a special weight for all of us involved—not only because it marks the conclusion of an ambitious journey across three countries, but also because it represents a beginning: the...
Inclusive Martial Arts: Building Strength and Respect
Discipline. Focus. Confidence. These are the pillars of martial arts — and they belong to everyone. In our inclusive martial arts sessions, we make sure that every participant, regardless of ability, can step onto the mat, stand tall, and grow stronger — inside and out. A Practice Rooted in Inclusion...
Sportway Networking Dinner in Vienna: Strengthening Partnerships for Our Final Event
On 26th August, the Sportway team hosted a special networking dinner in Vienna, bringing together our local partners and stakeholders in preparation for the last Sportway event in Austria. The evening was a fantastic opportunity to meet face-to-face, strengthen connections, and exchange ideas on how to make our workshops as inclusive...
How Local Sports Clubs Help Make Events More Inclusive and Welcoming
Case Studies from Italy – SportWay 2025, Possagno In May 2025, the picturesque town of Possagno, nestled in the foothills of the Veneto region and renowned for its cultural heritage, became the epicenter of a transformative, evidence-informed sports initiative: SportWay Italy 2025 – 6InSuperAbile. This two-day inclusive event, rooted in...
The Role of Volunteers at an International Inclusive Sport Event
For the past 18 years that we have been implementing our international sport day “Be a Sportsman - Play with Me”, volunteers of all sorts have played a very important role in them. Our particularity in volunteering has been its inclusive character in a sense that we have involved persons...
Why Fair Play Is Important in Sports
Fair play is more than a rulebook — it’s the spirit of the game. Whether you win, lose, or draw, it’s how you play that defines the experience. At SportWay, we place fair play at the heart of every event because it’s what turns sport into a positive and inclusive...
Play as a bridge between worlds: How sport breaks barriers and brings people together
In a world that often focuses on differences and divisions, play offers something refreshingly simple and profoundly powerful – a way to connect. It takes us back to the basics: cooperation, shared joy, and mutual respect. This is the beating heart of the SportWay project, a collaboration between Slovenia, Austria,...
Wheelchair Sports: Breaking Barriers on the Field
Sport should be a space where everyone belongs. That’s why wheelchair sports are not just a side note in our activities — they’re a central part of our inclusive approach. From wheelchair basketball to racing, these disciplines redefine what it means to move, compete, and connect.Leveling the Playing Field Wheelchair...
Measuring Fair Play in Inclusive Sports: Insights from SportWay Italy 2025
Fair play is more than a code of conduct; it is the cornerstone of any truly inclusive sports experience. Within the framework of SportWay Italy 2025, fair play was not only encouraged—it was actively measured, promoted, and celebrated as an essential value to ensure that all participants, regardless of age,...
Archery for Everyone: Hitting the Mark Together
In a world where fast-paced competition often dominates the playing field, archery offers a refreshing return to calm, focus, and unity. More than just a sport of bows and arrows, archery has proven to be a powerful tool for inclusion, personal growth, and community connection — and that’s exactly why...
What It Takes to Plan an Inclusive Sports Event
Inclusive sports events go far beyond traditional logistics. They are designed not only to entertain but to unite—welcoming individuals of all abilities, backgrounds, and ages in a shared experience of participation and respect. But what does it really take to make that happen? The answer lies in thoughtful planning, cross-sector...
The Future of Inclusive Sports: Imagining a Field for All
What if every sports field, gym, and playground welcomed everyone — not as an exception, but as the norm? At SportWay, we believe that’s not just a dream, but a direction. As inclusion becomes a core value across education, health, and recreation, the future of sports is looking brighter, bolder,...
Where Inclusion Meets Action on the Field of Sport
Sport isn’t just about medals, records, or trophies—it’s about connection, participation, and joy. That’s the heartbeat behind SportWay, an international project bringing people of all abilities together through inclusive sporting events in Slovenia, Italy, and Austria. Launched with the support of the Erasmus+ Sport programme, this not-for-profit initiative is on...
Sport as a Bridge Between Cultures: The Power of Play
Sport is more than a competition or a final score — it is a powerful tool for building relationships, communities, and mutual understanding. At its best, sport creates environments where people feel seen, accepted, and connected. For children and youth from migrant backgrounds, this can be the key to successful...
How Sports Bring People Together: The Power of Play, Teamwork, and Unity
At its heart, SportWay is more than just a project about physical activity — it’s about building connections. In every game played, every team formed, and every cheer shared from the sidelines, there’s a deeper story unfolding: one of community, belonging, and inclusion. A Universal Language Sports speak a language that goes beyond borders,...
Measuring Fair Play in Inclusive Sports: Insights from SportWay Italy 2025
Fair play is more than a code of conduct; it is the cornerstone of any truly inclusive sports experience. Within the framework of SportWay Italy 2025, fair play was not only encouraged—it was actively measured, promoted, and celebrated as an essential value to ensure that all participants, regardless of age,...
Get Ready for the SportWay Vienna Tournament – Where Fair Play Comes First!
As the countdown to SportWay 2025 continues, we’re excited to remind you that our Vienna event will take place on Friday, 26 September 2025, at Posthalle Wien. The event will bring together local schoolchildren, teachers, sports clubs, and volunteers for a morning filled with inclusive activities, teamwork, and movement — and this year, we’re turning up...
SportWay Italy 2025: The Official Kick-Off – A Celebration of Inclusive Sport
In just a few days, the town of Possagno in the Veneto region of Italy will be transformed into a vibrant hub of inclusivity, energy, and sport as the fifth edition of 6InSuperAbile takes center stage on May 16 and 17, 2025. This year’s edition, part of the European SportWay...