ABOUT US

The FIDE Social Commission is dedicated to using chess as a tool for social development.

It advocates for the use of chess as a tool for social change through action:
• An equalizer for gender, social, and economic development.
• For life skills, ethics, good character development and empowerment.
• A tool to reach out to children at risk including those in impoverished communities, refugee camps, and in prisons.
• To work with organizations that aim to combat problems connected to memory loss and aging.

Additionally, the FIDE Social Commission supports programs that have a positive impact on many lives.

Using chess as a platform to empower teachers in communities, as well as providing support that will help children develop life skills and promote positive social development.

The key is to prepare programs, training, and opportunities that empower the people who are using chess as a tool for social development within their bases, whether they are teachers, instructors, and/or social workers.
Providing access to FIDE seminars is a key component to empowering
chess promoters and players so they acquire expertise to build chess in
their countries. FIDE Social Commission seeks to strengthen the social fabric of communities for encounters through chess that can strengthen the dialogue between generations.

Our Vision: Enabling the less privileged in society to realize their full potential in life. 

Our Mission:  To inspire and transform lives by empowering others.

Our Values:   Compassion, Selfless Service, Integrity, Accountability, and Equal opportunities for all.

FIDE Social Commission is cooperating with FIDE member federations to achieve its goals.

CONTACTS

sc.secretary@fide.com