On January 31, 2023, the pre-kick-off meeting for the EU Teq Games project took place at the Mundo-B Meeting Center in Brussels, marking the official start of this exciting initiative. The meeting aimed to bring together all project partners to discuss and align on various aspects of the project, setting the foundation for collaborative efforts ahead.
Meeting Agenda Highlights
- Welcome Address: The meeting commenced with a warm welcome from Martijn Looren De Jong from the European Multisport Club Association (EMCA), who set a positive tone for the collaborative journey.
- Introductions: Each partner took the opportunity to introduce themselves, providing a brief overview of their roles and contributions to the project, fostering a sense of camaraderie among attendees.
- Presentation:
- TEQ Sports: Andrea Paolini and Gabriella Bascelli from SS Lazio Teqball delivered an insightful presentation on TEQ sports, highlighting its potential and the overarching objectives of the project.
- Project Outline: The presentation also detailed the project outline, including goals, expected outcomes, and key milestones that will guide the project’s progress.
- Communication & Dissemination:
- Logo and Visual Design: Christina Tsiligkiri discussed the project’s logo and visual design, emphasizing the importance of creating a cohesive and recognizable brand identity.
- Dissemination Plan: The dissemination plan was reviewed, which included the creation of a website and an internal communication platform to ensure effective information sharing and outreach.
- Any Other Business: The session concluded with an open floor for additional topics, allowing partners to raise concerns or suggestions to enhance collaboration.
Project Communication and Task Allocation
A significant focus of the meeting was on establishing an effective communication strategy for the project. A dedicated internal communication platform was proposed to facilitate seamless interaction among partners, ensuring regular updates, shared documents, and project progress are managed efficiently.
Each partner was assigned specific tasks to ensure the smooth progression of the project:
- EMCA: Coordination and overall management of the project.
- SS Lazio Teqball: Leading the sports-specific aspects and training sessions.
- HAŠK Mladost: Managing local events and workshops in Croatia.
- Feyenoord Foundation: Overseeing community engagement and outreach programs.
- Aalborg Boldspilklub: Handling equipment logistics and setup.
- SC Levski Sport for All: Focusing on inclusive sports initiatives.
- Olympiacos SFP: Promoting Teq sports within Greece and supporting regional activities.
- Malta Teqball ASD: Organizing training camps and certification processes.
This structured approach ensures that all aspects of the EU Teq Games project are meticulously planned and executed, with each partner contributing their expertise to achieve the project’s goals. The kick-off meeting set a collaborative tone and laid a solid foundation for the exciting journey ahead in promoting Teq sports across Europe.
