Promoting Values and Social Inclusion through Soccer: The Guimarães Socio-Sports School’s Tournament

In Guimarães, Portugal, the Alma Branca socio-sports school of the Real Madrid Foundation recently held a socio-educational tournament for its beneficiaries. The event brought together children for a day of social interaction and fun as they played football while focusing on important values.

The tournament involved children from the Guimarães socio-sports school who train at various schools in the area. The main goal of the tournament was to promote good attitudes and the transmission of values, rather than just achieving sporting results. A final tournament is set to take place in June, providing an opportunity for children and their families to come together, share experiences, and learn from one another.

The Guimarães socio-sports school caters to children ages 5 to 12 from families facing socio-economic challenges. These families may be at risk of social exclusion or have parents with incompatible work schedules, leading to difficulties in caring for their children. This can result in children experiencing problems with learning, emotions, and behavior. Established in 2015, the school provides a range of activities and support, including snacks, medical exams, IT classes, English tutoring classes