Êkhô Sport, a new way of experiencing sport with deaf and hard-of-hearing children

Our approach combines teaching and technology on a sports field, during various school activitiesor atsporting and socio-cultural eventsto encourage clear communication and effective.

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Football without barriers (i.e. sport without barriers)

Ekhosport is designed to enable all children, whether deaf, hard of hearing or hearing, to play football without being limited by their hearing.

Le message is clear : it there a not obstacles for play or appreciate the sport (football). It is a call à inclusion and à the diversity in the sport, where each can participate on a foot equality.

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Our objectives

Making a difference in a child's life, creating momentum and promoting social inclusion

Our approach to sport is designed to be holistic and caring, and to encourage reflection on the issues surrounding deafness.

Our objectives for children :

Having fun
Create a healthy lifestyle (through sport)
Passing on values (respect, fair play, etc.)
Learning to work as part of a team
Building self-confidence and self-esteem
Develop motor skills related to football
Promoting the social inclusion of deaf and hard-of-hearing children
That they feel as well looked after and privileged as those who play in clubs

Please note that this activity has no competitive objective and does not push participants to perform. It's all about fun and learning.

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What our school partners say about us

Would you recommend ÊKHÔ Sport's activities to another specialised or mainstream school? Would you?
Why?

Without hesitation, because the human and pedagogical qualities of Georges and the others involved make for an excellent collaboration. ÊKHÔ Sport's approach is original and very enriching for the children.

Barbosa Rodrigue

Director
International French School of Brussels

Would you recommend ÊKHÔ Sport's activities to another specialised or mainstream school? Would you?
Why?

Of course! ÊKHÔ Sport should be promoted for its benefits and adaptations to deafness, but also to raise awareness of the deaf world and culture. Deaf children often keep to themselves, and developing sporting skills while combining them with social development is not something to be overlooked.

Van De Gaer Sylvie

Primary teacher T7 (and former school principal)
Alexandre Herlin Institute

Would you recommend ÊKHÔ Sport's activities to another special or mainstream school? If Yes, why ?

Yes, it was a positive experience this year, motivating and strengthening the bonds within the group.

Lambert Pierre

Professor of ED. Physics

Le Tremplin specialised school

Would you recommend ÊKHÔ Sport's activities to another special or mainstream school? If Yes, why ?

Yes, I would strongly recommend ÊKHÔ Sport's activities to others. They enable young people from IRSA to integrate into society and meet new people. "excluding IRSA. Spreading the word about the project would enable inter-school collaboration and, at a later date I hope, the creation of an inter-school and/or boarding school competition/tournament on Wednesday afternoons.

Saint-Ghislain Eric

Educator

IRSA

Would you recommend ÊKHÔ Sport's activities to another special or mainstream school? If Yes, why ?

ÊKHÔ Sport activities could be highly recommended to both special and regular schools alike. These activities promote inclusivity, diversity, and participation among all students, regardless of their abilities. By providing adaptive sports programs, techniques, and resources for creating an inclusive sports culture, ÊKHÔ Sport can support schools in fostering a positive and inclusive sports environment that benefits all students, making it a valuable resource for both special and regular schools.