Advancing Sports Diplomacy Through Adaptive Sports
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The U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Embassy Kyiv is seeking to award a grant under the solicitation number PDS-UKRAINE-FY26-02 to implement a program that enhances Ukraine’s ability to support wounded veterans through adaptive sports, drawing on American expertise and leadership in sports. Anchored in the framework of President Trump’s Decade of Sports (2024–2034) and the United States’ upcoming hosting of major international events such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Olympic Games, the initiative aims to use the unifying potential of sports to foster rehabilitation, deepen bilateral ties, and project American influence. The program will focus on building sustainable institutional capacity within Ukraine to deliver adaptive sports services nationwide, enabling veterans to regain function, confidence, and social integration through structured athletic activities. Key activities under the program will include specialized athletic clinics, adaptive sports tournaments, and sports-focused English language programming designed to combine physical rehabilitation with cultural and linguistic engagement. By showcasing the effectiveness of American sports models, the project seeks to expand the adoption of adaptive sports as a long-term rehabilitation tool in Ukraine while reinforcing the United States’ role as a trusted partner in Ukraine’s recovery and resilience. Applications are due by August 31, 2026, and all proposals must be submitted through the official grants portal. The point of contact for inquiries is Karyna Fomenko, reachable via email at kyivpdgrants@state.gov.
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The U.S. Department of State's U.S. Embassy Kyiv announces an open competition to implement a program to build Ukraine’s capacity to support wounded veterans through adaptive sports by leveraging American leadership, innovation, and expertise in sport. Capitalizing on President Trump's announcement of the Decade of Sports (2024–2034) and the United States' role as host of global sporting events – including the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Olympic Games – this award harnesses the unifying power of American sport to advance rehabilitation, strengthen partnerships, and project American leadership. By strengthening institutional capacity to deliver long-term sports programs nationwide, the program will ultimately rehabilitate and reintegrate veterans living across Ukraine. Veterans will emerge with tools and networks needed to drive Ukraine's recovery solidifying the United States’ role as a leader in Ukraine. The successful program will deliver results through activities such as specialized athletic clinics, sports-focused English language programming, and/or adaptive sports tournaments. By demonstrating the benefits of American athletic models, the project will expand the reach of adaptive sports as a tool for rehabilitation and strengthen U.S.-Ukraine cooperation.
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