Finland wins the Unity Euro Cup but solidarity and inclusion take over
June 29 – Finland have beaten the Republic of Ireland to win the second edition of the Unity Euro Cup 2023, the UEFA-backed tournament that offers refugee men and women the opportunity to represent their country in welcome.
Designed to strengthen the bonds between refugees and their new home, the tournament aims to break down barriers and create a spirit of inclusion.
"Football can also help change negative perceptions and attitudes towards displaced people, helping them feel included and integrate into their adopted communities. The UNITY EURO CUP also highlights the power of football when it comes to building a better future for refugees around the world,” said UEFA.
As part of its UEFA Football Sustainability Strategy 2030, the European governing body promotes the integration of refugees, asylum seekers and displaced people into host communities through football.
UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin said: "Football is a unifying force in a world plagued by barriers. This tournament beautifully illustrates the profound impact our sport has on people's lives and promotes the values championed by UNHCR and UEFA. Starting out in an unfamiliar environment is often difficult, but football can act as a powerful catalyst for integration and connection. It fosters understanding and opens up opportunities for structured engagements and experiences. that can truly affect our communities."
There were 16 nations represented at the tournament with former international referee Felix Brych, who took charge of the 2017 UEFA Champions League final, officiating the final of the tournament at the DFB campus in Frankfurt.
“This tournament is a great example of how sport can unite individuals and communities, break down cultural barriers and empower people. discrimination or persecution the opportunity to play sport can help them heal, build their skills – or develop new ones – and feel included,” said Filippo Grandi, UN High Commissioner for Women. refugees.
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June 29 – Finland have beaten the Republic of Ireland to win the second edition of the Unity Euro Cup 2023, the UEFA-backed tournament that offers refugee men and women the opportunity to represent their country in welcome.
Designed to strengthen the bonds between refugees and their new home, the tournament aims to break down barriers and create a spirit of inclusion.
"Football can also help change negative perceptions and attitudes towards displaced people, helping them feel included and integrate into their adopted communities. The UNITY EURO CUP also highlights the power of football when it comes to building a better future for refugees around the world,” said UEFA.
As part of its UEFA Football Sustainability Strategy 2030, the European governing body promotes the integration of refugees, asylum seekers and displaced people into host communities through football.
UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin said: "Football is a unifying force in a world plagued by barriers. This tournament beautifully illustrates the profound impact our sport has on people's lives and promotes the values championed by UNHCR and UEFA. Starting out in an unfamiliar environment is often difficult, but football can act as a powerful catalyst for integration and connection. It fosters understanding and opens up opportunities for structured engagements and experiences. that can truly affect our communities."
There were 16 nations represented at the tournament with former international referee Felix Brych, who took charge of the 2017 UEFA Champions League final, officiating the final of the tournament at the DFB campus in Frankfurt.
“This tournament is a great example of how sport can unite individuals and communities, break down cultural barriers and empower people. discrimination or persecution the opportunity to play sport can help them heal, build their skills – or develop new ones – and feel included,” said Filippo Grandi, UN High Commissioner for Women. refugees.
Contact the author of this story at moc.l1688059929labto1688059929ofdlr1688059929owedi1688059929sni@n1688059929osloh1688059929cin.l1688059929uap1688059929
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