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Author: Ines Jakopanec

Project Kick-Off Meeting: STAY! DECREASING TEENAGE DROPOUT IN SPORT 

On April 23rd, 2023, the project “STAY! DECREASING TEENAGE DROPOUT IN SPORT” held its inaugural online kick-off meeting with all partners in attendance. During the meeting, initial deliverables were presented, and an overview of the project’s objectives and tasks scheduled for completion during the Preparation phase was outlined.

Preparation Phase Accomplishments

Before the kick-off meeting, several key actions were taken to establish a solid foundation for the project’s success:

– Individual Meetings: HAŠK Mladost, the project’s coordinator, conducted individual meetings with each partner to craft initial deliverables that set up the project’s operational framework and communication protocols.

– D1.1 Quality Management System: Outlines internal standards and recommendations for project management, including processes for document checks, content quality assessment, and compliance with project and EU regulations.

– D1.2 Project Roadmap: Offers a practical guide for streamlined project management, fostering efficient communication and collaboration among team members.

– D4.1 Communication and Dissemination Guidelines: Provides a strategy for communicating and disseminating project outcomes, engaging with target audiences, and maximizing impact.

The kick-off meeting marked an important milestone, setting the stage for the successful implementation of the project’s goals and objectives. The project’s launch and preparation phases laid the groundwork for subsequent activities, including fostering collaboration, ensuring smooth project management, and optimizing communication with target audiences.

Project Launch: STAY! DECREASING TEENAGE DROPOUT IN SPORT 

We are pleased to announce the launch of a new initiative aimed at tackling the concerning dropout rate among teenagers in sports. The project, titled “STAY! DECREASING TEENAGE DROPOUT IN SPORT,” launched in December 2022, is designed to address and minimize the dropout rate of teenagers aged 13-20 from sports clubs, encouraging their continued engagement in sports and physical activities.

The Need for Action

Modern society presents significant challenges for teenagers, with obligations in school, society, and personal lives leading to a staggering 70% dropout rate in sports within this age group. In line with the EU Physical Activity Act’s directive to increase participation in sports and physical activities, this project aims to reduce teenage dropout from a different angle. By retaining teenage athletes, we aim to see a rise in sports participation overall.

Project Focus

  • Strengthening the capacity of coaches and sports associations: To address the dropout problem effectively.
  • Developing policies for dropout prevention: Collaborating with local policymakers to recognize and address the issue.
  • Creating an E-learning platform: Gathering all relevant materials for tackling teenage sports dropout.

Project Duration and Partners

The project began on December 1, 2022, and will continue until the end of May 2025, with several partners working together:

  • HAŠK Mladost: Project coordinator / Croatia
  • UNICAS: Project partner / Italy
  • EMCA: Project partner / Belgium
  • Fondazione S.S. Lazio 1900: Project partner / Italy
  • TSV Bayer 04 Leverkusen: Project partner / Germany
  • SC Levski Sport for All: Project partner / Bulgaria
  • SUS: Project partner / Slovenia

This collaborative effort will focus on equipping clubs and coaches with the necessary tools to curb the dropout rate, fostering an environment conducive to teenage athletes remaining engaged in sports.

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