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Bebe Vio: “Sport makes us believe we can do anything”

“Whether you are with or without disabilities, sport makes us believe we can do anything”. He has no doubts Baby saw on the inclusive and discriminatory power of the sports world. Even when serious episodes undermine its essence, the idea of ​​community and participation for her it is getting stronger.

These are the premises that led the champion, together with Nike, to realize their dream, that is to see them come down on the same “field” athletes with and without disabilities. aidea of ​​inclusive sport, baptized as Bebe Vio – New Belonging, where physical and psychological barriers are broken down to the sound of integration, participation, team. «I don’t think there are two worlds, two events, two races. I only see all that we can achieve if we all share the bigger stage together. Because when we play, we are all part of the same team ».

The first big piece of Bebe and Nike’s new project is the creation of the Bebe Vio Academy, the first Italian academy in favor of inclusive sport that involves children aged 6 to 18 with and without physical disabilities to break down all forms of barriers. Here, young people can try their hand together, having fun, in some sports such as fencing, athletics, wheelchair basketball, sitting volleyball and football amputees. The sessions will take place in Milan, every two weeks, at the Iseo Sports Center and the Bicocca Stadium.

The BVA will officially open its doors on 26 October with the first Game Time Session. A unique opportunity for young people who will be able to try various sports, also participating in dedicated workshops and meetings with great sports champions. The organization of the Bebe Vio Academy is entrusted to art4sport ONLUS, with the contribution of the Municipality of Milan and Milanosport and provides for a 3-year course with the aim of increasingly promoting knowledge, acceptance and integration of diversity. starting from the new generations.

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