**Community Partner:**  Corendon Tourism Group, ZİÇEV, and Muratpaşa Municipality

**Social Issue:** Disabilities - Intellectual disabilities

**Ambassador**: Erkan Yilmaz

**Main Life Skills:** Communication, Decision making, Problem solving, Motivation, Respect, Responsibility, Self-confidence, Teamwork

**About the program:**

Anadolu Efes Istanbul 2024-2025 One Team project has been designed to promote disability equality and foster social inclusion among children with intellectual disabilities in Antalya, Turkey. This One Team program aims to harness the healing power of basketball to support participants in developing their social skills and integrating into society. By collaborating with local partners, Corendon Tourism Group, ZİÇEV, and Muratpaşa Municipality, Anadolu Efes seeks to create a meaningful impact on the lives of these children and their families.

The initiative aims to empower families by instilling pride in their children's achievements. By expanding the One Team project to Antalya, Anadolu Efes hopes to increase its impact and convey the spirit of teamwork and inclusion through the involvement of young coaches in the region.

The program will target 20 participants, aged 12 to 25, all from the Foundation for the Education and Protection of Mentally Handicapped Children (ZİÇEV). Sessions will be held in the Muratpaşa District of Antalya, utilizing facilities provided by the municipality. To ensure the program's success, a dedicated team will be assembled, including three One Team Coaches, three Special Education Teachers, and two Psychologists. Volunteers from the Anadolu Efes Fan Club in Antalya and Corendon employees will also play a crucial role, assisting coaches and participants during sessions to create a supportive and inclusive environment.

Through this collaborative effort, Anadolu Efes Sports Club aims to create lasting change for participants, their families, and the community at large. The One Team project in Antalya is more than just a basketball program; it represents a commitment to disability equality, social inclusion, and empowerment. By bringing together experienced partners and a shared vision, this initiative will demonstrate that basketball has the power to heal, unite, and uplift, ultimately proving that everyone deserves a chance to thrive.