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BSDA Joins SHARE 2.0 Initiative Kick-off
20.02.2024
The Bulgarian Sports Development Association (BSDA) is proud to announce its participation in the kick-off meeting of the SHARE 2.0 Community of Practice (CoP), which took place online on February 20, 2024. This event marks the commencement of an exciting phase for the SHARE initiative, which has been at the forefront of promoting sports and physical activity's role in regional and local development across Europe since its inception in 2018.
The SHARE 2.0 CoP aims to build upon the successes of the SHARE initiative, fostering enhanced cooperation and knowledge sharing among stakeholders in the sports sector. The kick-off meeting will convene over 150 participants from various corners of Europe, including representatives from ministries, regional and local administrations, sports federations and clubs, as well as scholars and professionals in the field of sport. This diverse assembly underscores the widespread enthusiasm and commitment to advancing the mission of SHARE 2.0.

During the event, attendees gained insights into the objectives and work program of SHARE 2.0, along with the structure of the Community of Practice. Distinguished speakers, including representatives from the Directorate-General for Education, Youth, Sport and Culture (DG EAC) and experts in sports, lead discussions on the role of Communities of Practice in facilitating cooperation and knowledge exchange.

BSDA, a longstanding member of the SHARE initiative, remains dedicated to leveraging the platform to highlight the significant impact of sports on regional and local development. Through active participation in SHARE 2.0, BSDA continues to contribute to the dialogue and actions that aim to elevate the profile of sports within European, national, regional, and local policy agendas. BSDA is committed to the development of sports in Bulgaria, advocating for the integration of sports within all aspects of society and promoting the values and benefits of physical activity for community development.

The SHARE initiative has been instrumental in bringing together public authorities, sports organizations, universities, SMEs, and business support organizations to champion the cause of sports for regional development. BSDA looks forward to continuing this collaborative journey through SHARE 2.0, fostering greater awareness and unlocking new funding opportunities for sport-related activities.

For more information on the SHARE 2.0 kick-off meeting and the broader SHARE initiative, please visit the European Commission's dedicated webpage: https://ec.europa.eu/sport/share-initiative_en.