What happens when chess becomes a reason for people of different generations to meet, talk and spend time together? This question was at the heart of our recent ECU Education Discussion Group meeting, where Mădălina-Maria Lejean-Anușca presented Chess without Age, an Erasmus+ project exploring how chess can bring younger and older people together. I’m pleased… Read More »
As educators, we often talk about the application of chess “beyond the board”. It is great to see when Chess Federations help turn that idea into practice and encourage schools to use chess as an educational tool. Vera Avramidou, ECU Chess in Education Ambassador for Greece and School Chess Officer of the Greek Chess Federation,… Read More »
There is a remarkable German volunteering organisation that empowers retired professionals and those taking time off work to share their expertise around the world. Since 1983, the Senior Expert Service (SES) has enabled experts in their field to make a meaningful impact by supporting local communities around the world and passing on valuable knowledge across… Read More »
Life hands us many scripts, and whether we realise it or not, we’re constantly shifting roles. On the job, at home, in our quiet thoughts and in public expressions. Each role shapes how we see the world and how the world responds in turn. In education, we often seek tools that don’t just teach, but… Read More »
If chess can teach young people how to plan their next move in the game, can it also help them plan their next move in life? For mental health professionals, supervisors and coaches working with young people, finding effective tools for engagement and personal growth is always a challenge. But what if using chess as… Read More »
Inclusion is a commitment to making the world a place where everyone, regardless of their abilities, can participate fully and equally. In the world of chess, it is easy to assume that the playing field is inherently equal. After all, chess doesn’t require physical effort like other sports. But, this assumption overlooks the significant challenges… Read More »
After last year’s success, Pep Suárez is once again bringing together experts, researchers and professionals for the Conference on Social and Therapeutic Chess. The event showcases the growing recognition of chess as a tool in therapy and social settings for enhancing mental well-being, promoting social inclusion and improving the quality of life for many individuals.… Read More »
What is the FIDE Infinite Chess Project? The FIDE Infinite Chess Project is an initiative by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) aimed at teaching chess to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Launched in 2019, the project leverages the cognitive and social benefits of chess to support the unique learning needs of children on the… Read More »
Mohamed Abdalslam Alhbeb is the driving force behind the White Nile Chess Academy in Sudan and we are happy to share his story and support the Academy and his coaching journey. Mohamed Abdalslam Alhbeb: My journey with chess began ten years ago when the game was merely a casual hobby. At the time, I had… Read More »
Judit Polgar has been actively promoting the integration of chess into education for more than 10 years. What she has achieved throughout these years is truly exceptional. Her Chess Palace program is taught in more than 750 schools by more than 3000 teachers across Hungary. And why is her program so successful? She surely knows… Read More »