Army and Tuscan CIP together for a day of sport

09/05/14

The defense minister Senator Roberta Pinotti and the chief of staff of the general army Claudio Graziano attended, this morning, the day of sport in favor of differently-abled people organized, at the "Lustrissimi" barracks of Livorno by the brigade paratroopers Folgore collaboration with the Italian Paralympic Committee (CIP) in Tuscany.

The minister stressed that “it is very important that today the emphasis is placed on the possibility of a disabled person to put his own physicality into play. This tells us something very important. Limits are an integral part of human nature. But trying to win them already represents a form of success and victory. And this is easier when we share our efforts with others. The company, it is easy to understand, helps and gives courage.

I think this is a metaphor of our country - concluded Pinotti - Very rich, especially in human capital, but of which today we recognize many limits. Italy too can and must overcome its limits. There is no shortage of energy and resources. We can do it. Together, with everyone's contribution, it will be easier ”. General Graziano, meeting journalists, stated that "this initiative demonstrates that there is no separate civilian and military reality but people who live their service to the institutions with altruism. The link between the Italian Army, the military wounded and their families is very close and it is a bond that enriches both. Seeing them return to service, even in the role of honor, is a source of pride, the way in which they serve the country is an example for all and a fundamental message for young talents ".

The event, which also involved 45 among voluntary associations, institutions and research centers, was attended by 1000 people including 300 students, some of whom are 60 disabled in the province of Livorno. Guests were able to use the 15 sports stations created by the CIP to bring people with disabilities closer to sports activities as a method of entering society and a useful tool for psychophysical recovery.

Source: General Office of the Army Chief of Staff - Public Information and Communication Office - Sz. PI