Vera Avramidou explores various research and real-life programs on how chess can help educate the youth and tackle violence among minors. Youth matters and we educators have to be at the forefront to create a kinder and more respectful future through education. Vera Avramidou (Educator I Secretary of the School Chess Committee of the Greekā¦ Read More »
šFeedback and Reflection: What do participants say about the training course? āļøPlamen Borislavov Chakov (Bulgaria)The course is brilliant! It covers all the aspects of teaching chess in schools and delivers many useful practical guidelines and ideas. I love it also because its mission totally reflects my core belief about teaching chess! And that is toā¦ Read More »
So, what exactly constitutes a project? A project, in essence, is a defined endeavor set within a specific timeframe, aimed at achieving clear, predefined goals with allocated resources. It’s not merely a continuation of routine tasks but rather an additional layer designed to address specific needs or opportunities. Read more:
The connection betweenĀ Chess in EducationĀ andĀ Chess in CommunitiesĀ lies in the game’s ability to promote social interaction. By leveraging the educational and community-building potential of chess, communities can create positive environments that support learning, growth, and inclusivity for all.Ā Through chess, communities can empower individuals to develop their skills, talents, and potential by providing access to resources, training,ā¦ Read More »
Chess, Education and Health: A New Look into the Future Menorca is preparing to welcome leading international experts in the field of chess, education and health, in the framework of the II International Congress of Chess, Education and Health, which will be held on 22, 23 and 24 March this year. This innovative congress, ofā¦ Read More »
š We would like to congratulate Pep Suarez and the Olimpia Chess Academy for being selected for the Call for Social Projects in the Balearic Islands. Their work in pensioners’ clubs provides an example that a society that cares for its elderly fosters a sense of social cohesion and compassion. It sends a message thatā¦ Read More »
šThe European Chess Union Education Commission is celebrating its 10th-year anniversary in 2024. A decade of dedicated efforts to promote Chess in Education. Established in 2014, the Commission has tirelessly worked towards its mission of supporting and inspiring chess educators globally. Over the years, the Commission has achieved significant milestones, including the creation of trainingā¦ Read More »
ECU Education has been involved in three major fundraising events for Chess in Schools: Stockholm (2019), Oslo (2019) and Pretoria (2022). The Pretoria fundraising event was held at the Swedish Embassy in cooperation with the South African Chess Charity Entrust Foundation, The Uppsala Chess+ Academy, Star for Life, SASUF, ECU and FIDE. Fundraising is anā¦ Read More »
Whether you are organising a chess club, a chess themed event, a competitive tournament or a school programme, it takes considerable effort to ensure that a chess project is successful. We have considerable experience in organisingĀ chess projectsĀ and wish to share this with you. It is essential that you follow a professional approach to project management.ā¦ Read More »