Hope ⁢and Dreams Sports ⁤Festival Brings Joy to Refugee Youth in Jordan

‍ AMMAN, ⁣Jordan (April 29, 2025) – The annual Hope and Dreams Sports Festival, designed to inspire and uplift refugee ‍youth worldwide,⁣ kicked off in Amman, Jordan, on Tuesday. The four-day event, running through May 3, offers a variety of athletic competitions ⁣and activities.
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Expanding the Sporting Opportunities

⁣ ‍ According to the World Taekwondo Federation, this year’s festival, the third of its kind, introduces handball to the program. Returning sports include taekwondo, basketball, baseball 5, and ⁤badminton. A modified 3-on-3 basketball format will also be featured.
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⁤‍ ⁤ Organizers will also donate weightlifting equipment ⁢to a local refugee camp and host a weightlifting demonstration.

Humanitarian Efforts

The festival underscores collaborative⁢ humanitarian efforts between the World Taekwondo Federation and the Taekwondo Gambling ⁤Foundation (THF). The THF, established‍ in 2016 by the World Taekwondo Federation, promotes social obligation‍ through sports-related initiatives.
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Competition Details

⁢ The competitions take place in Amman and at ⁣the Azraq and Zaatari refugee ⁢camps, home to many Syrian refugees.
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Notable Attendees

‍ The event has drawn significant attention from international sports bodies. Attendees include ‍World Taekwondo Federation President Jo Jung-won, Prince faisal Al Hussein of the⁣ International Olympic Commitee (IOC) and chairman of the Jordan Olympic Committee (JOC), and representatives from⁢ the International University⁢ Sports Federation (FISU) and ⁢the World Baseball Softball⁣ Confederation (WBSC).
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Schedule ⁤of ⁤Events

The festival began ⁤with taekwondo demonstrations and classes at the Azraq and Zaatari refugee camps.‍ On May 1,the Taekwondo Gambling Foundation board ⁤of directors‍ will meet,and⁢ a visit to the Jordan Olympic Committee⁣ is planned. The main competitions⁣ are scheduled for May 2-3 at Amman Sports City, were the opening⁤ and closing ⁤ceremonies will also‍ occur.

‍ ⁣ With special permission from the UNHCR and the Jordanian government, refugee athletes will ⁤be allowed to leave ⁤the camps to participate.
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Taekwondo Focus

⁢ ⁣ Hundreds of taekwondo students from the⁣ Azraq and⁢ Zaatari camps are expected to participate in the⁢ taekwondo events. High-achieving athletes may qualify for⁢ future international competitions.
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Statements from ‍Leadership

⁢ “Through⁣ this competition, more refugees and young people have been able to regain their hope of‍ life through sports,”⁢ said Cho Jung-won, president of the World Taekwondo⁤ Federation.

‍ ⁤ Cho added that plans are underway to expand the festival to include 10 events ⁤in 2026, marking the 10th anniversary ⁤of the Taekwondo ⁤Gambling Foundation.

Hope & Dreams Sports Festival: Bringing Hope to⁣ Refugee Youth in ‍Jordan

‍ ⁤ The ⁣Hope & Dreams Sports Festival is an uplifting annual event designed to empower and inspire refugee youth worldwide. Held in Amman, Jordan, the festival provides athletic competitions and activities, offering a much-needed source of joy and chance.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Hope & Dreams Sports Festival

What is the Hope & Dreams⁣ Sports‍ Festival?

‍ The‍ Hope and Dreams Sports Festival⁤ is an⁤ annual event dedicated to providing ⁤refugee youth with opportunities to participate in sports ⁢and⁣ activities. It’s a platform for them to experience the ⁢positive impact ⁢of sports, fostering hope and promoting well-being.This ⁢year’s festival, the third of its kind, took place‍ in Amman, Jordan.

When and Where ‍is the Festival Held?

⁣ ‍ ⁢ ‍ ⁢ The festival ⁢took place in Amman, Jordan, from April 29th to May 3rd, 2025. Competitions were⁣ held ⁤in Amman as well as⁣ in ‍the Azraq and Zaatari refugee camps.

What Sports Are Included in‍ the Festival?

⁤ ⁢ The festival features a diverse ⁢range ⁤of sports. The 2025 festival included:

• Taekwondo
• basketball (including a modified 3-on-3 format)
• Baseball 5
• Badminton
• handball (new in 2025)

‍ ⁢ ⁢ Weightlifting⁢ equipment will also be donated, alongside a weightlifting demonstration.

What is the purpose of the Hope & Dreams Sports Festival?

The primary intent of the Hope & Dreams Sports Festival ⁣is to uplift and empower refugee youth by providing them with opportunities⁢ to engage in sports and other activities.‍ The festival seeks to instill⁢ hope, and provide them with a sense of normalcy, and belonging.

Who‍ Organizes the Hope & ⁤Dreams Sports Festival?

The festival is a collaborative⁢ effort. ⁣It’s primarily⁣ supported by the⁣ World Taekwondo Federation and the Taekwondo Gambling Foundation (THF). The THF, established in 2016 by the World Taekwondo federation, promotes social obligation through sports-related initiatives.

What is the Taekwondo Gambling foundation (THF)?

⁢ ‍ The Taekwondo Gambling Foundation (THF) is an organization established by the ⁣World Taekwondo Federation in 2016. It ⁤focuses on promoting social obligation and positive change through sports-related initiatives. The THF is committed ⁢to using sports as a ⁤means to build hope and improve the lives of refugee youth.

Who Attends the Festival?

‍ The festival draws critically important attention from international sports organizations and dignitaries. ⁤Notable attendees in 2025 included:

• Jo Jung-won, President ‍of the World Taekwondo Federation
• Prince Faisal al Hussein of the international‍ Olympic Committee (IOC) and‍ Chairman of ‍the⁤ Jordan Olympic Committee (JOC)
• Representatives from⁢ the International University Sports Federation (FISU)
• Representatives from the⁤ World baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC)

What is the Significance of Taekwondo in the Festival?

‍ ⁣ Taekwondo holds a central⁣ place in the festival, with hundreds of students from the Azraq and Zaatari refugee camps actively ‍participating. High-achieving athletes ⁤have the chance to qualify for global competitions.

Where ⁣are the Competitions Held?

⁢‍ ‍ The competitions take place⁤ in two primary locations:

• Amman, Jordan
• The Azraq and Zaatari refugee camps, home to many Syrian refugees.

what is the schedule of events?

‍ The Festival began with taekwondo⁢ demonstrations and classes at the Azraq and Zaatari refugee camps. On May ⁢1,the Taekwondo ⁣Gambling Foundation board of directors met,and a visit to the Jordan Olympic Committee was scheduled. The⁣ main‍ competitions were scheduled for May 2-3 at Amman Sports City, where⁣ the⁣ opening and closing ceremonies also occurred.

What future plans are there for the festival?

⁤ Plans are⁣ underway to expand the festival to ‍include 10 ⁤events in 2026, marking the 10th anniversary ⁤of the Taekwondo Gambling Foundation. This expansion demonstrates the long-term ⁣commitment to supporting‍ refugee youth.