Sport breaks down barriers and builds bridges where boundaries usually exist. As such, sport is un- derpinned by the respect of fundamental values, such as Human Rights, democracy, solidarity, social inclusion, development of youth, rights of the child, and education in and through sport.

Moreover, sport and physical activity have well-documented effects on the individual in terms of physical, psycho-social, and mental well-being, and additionally being recognised for their impact on communities and society at large, with regard to e.g. public health, social inclusion, and education.