The WKF is taking part in the Inclusive Martial Arts Webinar Series organised by UNESCO.

The WKF is taking part in the Inclusive Martial Arts Webinar Series organised by UNESCO.

The Inclusive Martial Arts Platform, developed by the UNESCO ICM in collaboration with the UNESCO Chair IT Tralee, provides educational resources for martial arts educators.

The innovative online educational course has been designed for increasing self-efficacy among martial arts instructors, preparing them to effectively work with women and girls, people with disabilities, and other marginalized groups.

There is an unprecedented movement towards inclusion within martial arts, as part of the wider human rights agenda in and through sport.

UNESCO ICM's MARIE program offers a series of webinars and Q&A sessions, featuring panellists from around the world.

WKF will be represented by WKF Para Karate Commission chairwoman Dusana Augustovicova and experienced Para Karate Coach Matthew Handley.

In this webinar, various coaches of different martial arts will share their perspectives and expertise in terms of inclusive practice.

This series is open to all martial artists and coaches from all of the arts.

Webinar Schedule (All in English)

1. Adapted and Universal Design

This webinar explores the principles of Adapted Physical Activity and Universal Design for Learning for inclusive practice.

2. The Athlete's Perspective

This webinar will explore the perspectives and journeys of various martial artists, elite and recreational, and the impact on their lives.

3. Inclusion & Tradition

This webinar will explore tradition as a core component of martial arts alongside inclusion and the associated flexibility that is required.

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4. Q&A 1

In this Question & Answer session, participants will have a chance to ask martial artists & experts about their knowledge in terms of inclusion.

Tues. July 27th

2-3pm UTC Registration link: https://bit.ly/UNESCO_ICM_Web4 

5. The Coaches' Perspectives

In this webinar various coaches of different martial arts will share their perspectives and expertise in terms of inclusive practice.

Thurs. July 29th

4-5:30pm UTC Registration link: https://bit.ly/UNESCO_ICM_Web5 

6. Tips for Inclusive Martial Arts

This webinar will explore tips and strategies on how to facilitate an inclusive approach.

Tues. August 3rd

5-6pm UTC Registration link: https://bit.ly/UNESCO_ICM_Web6

7. The Rights Approach

This webinar will explore the global agenda towards inclusion and sustainable development and the underpinning human rights approach.

Thurs. August 5th

2-2:45pm UTC Registration link: https://bit.ly/UNESCO_ICM_Web7

8. Q&A 2

In this Question & Answer session participants will have a chance to ask any the experts in inclusive practices. Tues. August 10th

4-5pm UTC

Registration link: https://bit.ly/UNESCO_ICM_Web8

9. Including Women & Girls

This webinar will explore how to recruit, retain and include women and girls in martial arts, while identifying pathways to leadership.

Tues. August 17th

2-3pm UTC Registration link: https://bit.ly/UNESCO_ICM_Web9