As part of the Erasmus Days, the Louis Nucéra College organized an afternoon dedicated to the discovery of parasports and the Erasmus+ program. About sixty middle school students participated in this inclusive and educational initiative.
Last week, Louis Nucéra College in Nice welcomed about sixty middle school students for an afternoon of awareness about parasports and the Erasmus+ program. This event, supported by Magali Altounian, the deputy in charge of European Affairs, highlighted values of inclusion and tolerance.
Torball, a Fun Sport to Discover Visual Impairment
The choice of torball, a sport for the visually impaired, allows young people to put themselves in the shoes of people with disabilities. According to Magali Altounian, this sport is both fun and participatory, enhancing tolerance and respect. Students thus discovered the daily life of visually impaired people in a concrete and inclusive way.
The primary goal of this afternoon was to raise awareness among middle school students about the reality of disabilities. “It is important for young people to learn to know and respect differences,” emphasizes Magali Altounian. This event aims to remind that disabilities should not be a barrier to personal fulfillment.
Erasmus+: An Opportunity for Openness for Young People
In parallel with sports activities, students were able to discover the Erasmus+ program. Thanks to information stands, they were encouraged to consider European mobility. The Erasmus+ program allows the development of linguistic and cultural skills while boosting self-confidence.
The inclusion of people with disabilities is a priority for the city of Nice. This event is part of a global awareness and support approach. The Sport and Disability Unit of the city supports these initiatives, in partnership with associations like ANICES and Handicap International.
Magali Altounian emphasizes the role of Erasmus+ in the evolution of societal themes, especially the inclusion of people with disabilities. The program, increasingly open to these issues, offers mobility perspectives for young people while raising awareness of European values.