The European MINDFIT- Empowering Minds: Enhancing children’s mental fitness project is moving forward with the creation of a network of Ambassadors, with a focus on Greece, Cyprus, and Italy as the countries where the initiative is implemented. The aim is to highlight the importance of mental well being, psychological resilience, and the healthy development of children and adolescents involved in sports.
The initiative is funded by the European Union’s Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV) Programme and is coordinated by CYENS Centre of Excellence (Cyprus). The project partners include GDA Sports και INQUIRY FUSE (Cyprus), Symplexis and the University of Thessaly (Greece), and CESIE (Italy).
The aim of the project is to strengthen the mental fitness of young athletes through the development of research-based educational tools, the creation of policy recommendations, and the implementation of relevant activities and events. At the same time, an innovative multilingual mobile application (MINDFIT app) is being developed, targeting young athletes themselves, as well as parents, coaches, and physical education teachers. All educational materials, the app, and the project activities will be available free of charge.
Become a MINDFIT Ambassador
As part of the project, the MINDFIT Ambassadors Network is currently being established, bringing together professionals and experts from the fields of sports, education, science, and society who will support the promotion of the project’s activities and outcomes by participating in awareness-raising and communication activities, such as interviews, podcasts, and promotional initiatives. Their contribution will help reinforce the message that mental fitness is an integral part of athletic development and the overall well-being of every young athlete.
If you would like to contribute to promoting the mental well-being and psychological resilience of young athletes, we invite you to express your interest in joining the MINDFIT Ambassadors Network. We are particularly looking for:
- Athletes
- Coaches
- Educators and physical education teachers
- Academics and researchers in related fields
- Mental health professionals (psychologists, social workers, etc.)
- Sports and exercise professionals (e.g., fitness trainers)
- Representatives of sports clubs, federations, and academies
- Journalists and media professionals
- Content creators and individuals with an active
Please complete the expression of interest form by August, 31 2026. The project team will then contact you to provide further information about the participation process and the next steps.
More information about the project can be found on the MINDFIT website, as well as on the project’s social media channels:: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn.
Together, we can contribute to creating a sports environment that promotes not only the physical, but also the mental health of children and adolescents!
Help us spread the MINDFIT message to more people!
If you know someone who could join the MINDFIT Ambassadors Network and contribute to creating a more supportive environment for children and adolescents in sports, please share this invitation with them.
