On the field, we play together.
Beyond it, we learn to live together.
As
@lilianthuramofficiel reminds us, the racism we see in sport reflects the inequalities that persist in our societies. Yet sport also offers something powerful: the possibility to come together, to confront our prejudices, and to question them.
Because when we act together, whether on a pitch or in everyday life, barriers begin to fall. And this is where sport can lead to something greater: development and peace.
On the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, we are reminded that sport is far more than competition. It is a shared space where values take shape: fair play, respect, solidarity. The very foundations of more inclusive and peaceful societies.
At UNESCO, we believe that sport is a fundamental right and a powerful driver for social development, gender equality and youth empowerment. From classrooms to communities, these values extend far beyond the game.
Changing our societies starts wit...