Partners gathered in Serbia

Partners gathered in Serbia

The transnational meeting for the PLAYFUL AGEING project took place in Belgrade, Serbia, from November 23 to November 25, 2023, hosted by WBC GirlBasket. The focus of the meeting was to review the project’s progress, continue the development of the event manual, and participate in a study visit to an international grassroots basketball tournament.

 

The meeting officially began at 16:00 with a warm welcome from the host. During the first session, partners shared updates on their national activities related to the PLAYFUL AGEING project. Each organization presented their progress, including insights into their challenges and accomplishments. This session ensured that all partners were aligned on the project’s current status. After a brief coffee break, the meeting resumed with a collaborative session focused on developing the event manual. Partners worked together to address missing sections and refine specific content areas. This productive exchange allowed the group to create a more comprehensive and practical guide for future project activities.

 

Day two began with the morning session, during which the development of the event manual continued. Substantial progress had been made, ensuring the manual would be a robust resource for the project’s future. In the afternoon, participants embarked on a study visit to an international grassroots basketball tournament. This visit allowed the partners to observe the organizational structure of the event and assist with the registration process. It provided valuable insights into how the principles of the PLAYFUL AGEING project can be applied in real-life grassroots sports settings. The study visit continued with participants getting hands-on experience in managing various organizational tasks during game day. This practical involvement deepened their understanding of the project’s potential applications in community sports environments.

 

On the final day, partners returned to the grassroots basketball tournament for the continuation of the study visit, assisting with organizational tasks for the final day of the event. After completing their duties at the tournament, the group gathered for a farewell lunch, which marked the official conclusion of the meeting. Participants shared final reflections and farewells before their departures.

 

The transnational meeting in Belgrade successfully achieved its objectives. Partners made significant progress on the event manual, laying a solid foundation for the remaining stages of the PLAYFUL AGEING project. The study visit provided valuable real-world insights into applying the project’s principles, particularly in grassroots sports. The meeting also strengthened the partnership between the organizations involved, fostering a collaborative and positive atmosphere for future project activities.

 

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