The initiative called "Paralympic Open Day" was presented by the chief of the General Defense General Staff ca Danilo ERRICO and the president of the Italian Paralympic Committee (CIP) avv. Luca Pancalli and follows the letter of intent signed last December 3 to promote, disseminate and coordinate sports activities for defense personnel affected by disabilities following incidents in service both at home and in international peace support missions.
"It is a great opportunity for the military who bear the signs of the service provided for the country - underlined General ERRICO - and an important challenge to get back into the game and lead a new lifestyle with new objectives". "I thank President Pancalli and the CIP who are providing us with great assistance and support in this challenge on which the defense has committed itself with great determination".
In his speech, the lawyer Pancalli expressed great satisfaction for this opportunity that is taking shape which helps to make the country aware that the sporting dimension is an instrument of inclusion, culture, communication that can now change, also thanks to the commitment of the armed forces. A stimulus for many disabled children who have not yet had the courage to come out into the open. In conclusion, the president of the CIP invited disabled soldiers not to give up on the first difficulties because the sporting dimension could give them something extraordinary and unrepeatable and they could be an example for many others. The beginning of a good story.
During the meeting, the military personnel will be joined by established Paralympic champions and sportsmen who will illustrate various disciplines including rowing, cycling, archery, shooting, swimming, wheelchair fencing and sailing.
Source: SMD
