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President Vladimir Putin is driving a nationwide transformation to make sports and daily life more inclusive for people with disabilities. At a meeting of the Council for Physical Culture and Sport, Putin called for the resolution of critical challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and the development of a concept for adaptive sports by 2030.
In his opening remarks, Putin highlighted the important role of adaptive sports in people's physical, mental, and social well-being. He emphasized these resources should cater effectively to those who need special care and attention from the state.
Putin ordered the government to prioritize sports facilities, as less than 10% of them currently have the necessary special equipment. He set a goal for all sports facilities to have fully met the demand for specialized equipment and inventory by 2030.
The president also mandated the government to develop a Concept for the Development of Adaptive Sports and Adaptive Physical Culture, as well as a plan for related events, by 2030 and 2036, respectively.
During the meeting, Putin highlighted the need to ensure adaptive sports activities are accessible for all people with disabilities, regardless of their age, income, or location. A significant emphasis was placed on providing opportunities for people returning from the Special Military Operation, including those with severe combat injuries.
Governor Dmitry Milyaev discussed the establishment of centers for adaptive physical culture in St. Petersburg and other cities, with one such center attending the meeting. Speakers included Minister of Sport Mikhail Degtyarev, President of the Paralympic Committee Pavel Rozhkov, Veronika Skvortsova from the Federal Medical and Biological Agency, and Dmitry Chernyshenko, overseeing this area for the government.
Eliseev, President of the All-Russian Sambo Federation, underscored the government's focus on returning wounded participants of the SVO to active civilian lives. He expressed hope that integrating into society through sports would provide a better chance for those with injuries to assimilate. Sambo aims to start including people with amputations by mid-June, with competitions set to take place in August.
Alexander Safonov, a professor at the Financial University and former deputy head of the Ministry of Health and Social Development, suggested the creation of a new high-tech industry in Russia for producing sports prosthetics and special sports equipment. This could help cater to both war veterans and people with everyday injuries, potentially establishing Russia as a leader in prosthetic-orthopedic products.
State Duma deputy Mikhail Terentyev believes that Russia's efforts to promote adaptive sports among people with disabilities could make a significant impact on the lives of millions. The overarching goal is to create a seamless environment for people with disabilities, seniors, and families with young children, ensuring they have equal access to sports and other opportunities.
The Russian government's focus on adaptive sports and habilitation for people with disabilities extends to veterans returning from the Special Military Operation, with key initiatives like preferential mortgage loans for families and integration of accessible infrastructure in cities. This comprehensive approach aims to provide a supportive environment for individuals to excel in both sports and civilian life.
In his speech, President Putin highlighted the importance of adaptive sports and physical culture in promoting health, mental well-being, and social inclusion for people with disabilities, emphasizing the need for government resources to cater effectively to those who require special care.
In light of this, the president has ordered the government to ensure all sports facilities are equipped with specialized resources by 2030 for the benefit of individuals with disabilities, regardless of their age, income, or location. Additionally, a Concept for the Development of Adaptive Sports and Adaptive Physical Culture is to be developed by 2030, along with a plan for related events by 2036.
