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Discover the Highlights. Feel the Impact. Join the Mission. 2025 was no ordinary year for the FIDE Social Commission. Declared the Year of Social Chess , it united communities across continents, inspired new partnerships, and proved—more powerfully than ever—that every move can make a difference . From prison championships and refugee empowerment, to autism-inclusive learning, intergenerational connections, health and recovery programmes, and groundbreaking research, Social C

A powerful and emotional moment unfolded at the Estadio Nacional Jorge “El Mágico” González, where inmates participating in El Salvador’s Plan Cero Ocio were brought out of the prison system to receive public recognition for their achievements in the 5th FIDE Intercontinental Online Chess Championship for Prisoners. The ceremony brought together leaders from FIDE, FIDE America, INDES, and the national prison authorities — a testament to the strength of this collaborative reha

The transformative power of chess continues to shine in the Kakuma and Kalobeyei refugee camps in Kenya, where the Chess for Protection  initiative is helping young people unlock new opportunities through education, competition, and community engagement. Recently, the Kakuma Chess Club  achieved outstanding success at the Victoria East Africa Under-21 Open Chess Championships , fielding ten young players across four categories — Prestige Open, Prestige Ladies, Elite Open, and

As part of the Chess for Freedom project and in celebration of the FIDE Year of Social Chess , the International Chess Federation is...

The First Continental (America) workshop for Chess for Freedom program, organized by FIDE, FIDE America, and Mexican National Chess...

The FIDE “Chess for Freedom” program is the largest global initiative of the FIDE Social Commission. In the Year of Social Chess, each...

Because behind every move, there’s a story that can change the world. Chess is more than a game – it’s a lifeline, a bridge, a silent...

The 2025 Chess for Freedom Workshop and Continental Chess Championship for Americas, organized by FIDE and Mexico Chess Federation, are...

The International Chess Federation (FIDE), in collaboration with The Gift of Chess, Dadaz Chess Academy, the Malawi Prison Service, the...

We are thrilled to invite you to the “Infinite Spectrum: Awareness and Recognition” meetup , a transformative online event focusing on...

The first-ever Continental Online Chess Championships for Prisoners will take place in May 2025, marking a significant milestone in the...

<p>We are thrilled to invite you to the&nbsp;Social Chess Research Conference, an online event bringing together researchers, educators, practitioners, and</p>

<p>Kakuma, Kenya — Over the past 18 months, the Chess for Protection Programme has achieved significant milestones, transforming the lives</p>

<p>The second session of the World Social Chess Initiatives Marathon brought together chess activists, experts and promoters from across the</p>

<p>he Year of Social Chess launched with its first event – an online conference shedding light on innovative ways chess</p>

<p>Join the World Social Chess Initiatives Marathon on January 19, 2025! 🌍♟️ Body: FIDE is proud to kick off 2025,</p>

<p>After several thrilling final matches, the 4th FIDE Intercontinental Online Chess Championship for Prisoners has come to an exciting conclusion,</p>

<p>Dear Social Chess Friends, enthusiasts, practitioners and ones who are ready to develop social chess projects in your respected region.</p>

<p>The Chess for Freedom initiative, launched by FIDE and the Cook County Sheriff’s Office in May 2021, has grown significantly,</p>

<p>The International Chess Federation (FIDE), in collaboration with the Indian Oil Corporation, held the second in-person and online Chess for</p>