CISM welcomes delegation from Kazakhstan's Academy of Physical Education and Mass Sports

BRUSSELS (BEL) – On Monday, October 14, 2024, the CISM Headquarters in Brussels had the honor of hosting a delegation from the Academy of Physical Education and Mass Sports of Kazakhstan. The delegation included:

• Mr. Zhanat Kozhakhmetov, Secretary General of the Astana Triathlon Federation

• Mrs. Gulmira Gazizkyzy, Manager of the Astana Triathlon Federation

• Mr. Mukhtar Seinassinov, Head of Finance, Department of Physical Education and Sport of the Almaty region

• Mrs. Assel Orynbassarova, Vice President, Almaty Federation of Artistic Swimming

• Mr. Galymbek Zhexylykov, Director for the Almaty region, Halyk Charity Foundation

• Mr. Amirkhan Kalmaganbetov, Sports specialist for the Almaty region, Halyk Charity Foundation

• Mrs. Assem Aitkaliyeva, Head of the International Department, Academy of Physical Education and Mass Sports (APEMS)

• Mrs. Zabira Islyamova, Deputy Head of Educational and Sports Work, Astana Top Sport School

• Mrs. Alina Baranova, Group Coordinator and General Manager for Communication, PCU Committee (Panathlon Clubs of Universities Committee)

• Mrs. Alua Yeszhanova, Sport Management Student, APEMS

The delegation was warmly welcomed by CISM Secretary General Navy Captain Roberto Recchia and his staff.

During the visit, the Secretary General delivered a comprehensive presentation on CISM's mission and activities, emphasizing its global role in promoting sports within military communities and fostering peace through sports diplomacy. This was followed by an open discussion, where both sides exchanged ideas on international sports collaboration and best practices.

The Academy of Physical Education and Mass Sports, established by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan under the Ministry of Culture and Sports, plays a crucial role in the development of mass sports in Kazakhstan. It is also leading efforts to internationalize sports education in the country, with initiatives such as the MBA (Master of Business Administration) and EMBA (Executive Master of Business Administration) programs in sports management, developed in cooperation with WSG University in Poland (Wyższa Szkoła Gospodarki – University of Economy in Bydgoszcz).

The primary objective of the visit was to explore European best practices in sports management, event organization, and sports education, which motivated their visit to CISM Headquarters. The Academy aims to adapt these insights to further develop national sports in Kazakhstan, with a particular focus on building partnerships and learning from successful European models.

This visit marks an important step in the Academy’s efforts to foster international collaborations and enhance the professional qualifications of sports leaders in Kazakhstan. The CISM Headquarters provided a valuable platform for exchanging knowledge and expertise in sports management, reinforcing CISM's commitment to building bridges through sports.

(Source: CISM Media & Communication Department)