On 1 November, President Edgars Rinkēvičs took part in the launch of the international educational programme “I’m Possible” (“I can!”) at Riga Secondary School No. 15. During the event, he discussed the importance of inclusive education and sports in schools with teachers, coaches, young people and Latvian para-athletes.
“The programme “I’m Possible” is not only about sport, but about people – about giving everyone the opportunity to participate and to feel included. Teachers and coaches help young people understand that, in sport as in life, there is room for everyone. Para sport demonstrates just how exciting and diverse sport can be. Having tried a few of the disciplines myself, I experienced how different this feels. It is important that this should not remain a one-off initiative, but become a regular part of our everyday work, so that exercise and sport reach every child,” emphasized the President.
