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International School Chess Federation

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Asian Continental Stage of WSTC 2026
📍 Almaty, Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
📅 April 6–11

Top school teams from across Asia compete for a spot in the Grand Final.
Register via the link https://t.co/B9IDBYG7qW ♟️

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Strategic Partnerships: Sponsorship and Marketing at the Crossroads of Chess and Education
Exclusively via the link: https://t.co/uWh3noVqBY

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The Power of Chess to Change Lives
Exclusively via the link: https://t.co/SNU6rTdB5L

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🎓 Masterclass: How to Train the Trainer,
Watch the Masterclass — free access.
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Making the Case for Chess: Methodology, Policy, and Public Sector Partnerships,
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Tech on the Board: Platforms and Tools Shaping the Future of Chess Learning (AI, Edtech),
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Inclusive Chess Environments masterclass♟️,
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[Türkiye Satranç Federasyonu @tsfresmi]

Yönetim Kurulu Üyemiz FM/FT Alper Efe Ataman, Uluslararası Okul Satranç Federasyonu (ISCF) tarafından düzenlenen Master Class’ta sporcular, veliler, eğitmenler ve antrenörlerle deneyimlerini paylaştığı etkinliğin ardından duygularını ve görüşlerini paylaştı.

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How do statistics protect fair play in chess?
Watch the Masterclass - free access.
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🔗https://t.co/LYw0Sq8ww6

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Watch the full “More Than Equal: Levelling the Board for All Through Chess” — exclusively via the link: https://t.co/S4X2KuLWzs✨

[International Chess Federation @FIDE_chess]

FIDE and ISCF declare 2026 as the Year of Chess in Education 🌟

🏫 Following the Year of Social Chess, 2026 will be dedicated to chess in education, underscoring FIDE’s focus on integrating chess into the global school curricula worldwide.

❗️On 20 October, at NGS School in Astana, FIDE and the International School Chess Federation (ISCF) signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to jointly promote scholastic chess globally. The initiative builds upon the successful 2025 Year of Social Chess and aligns with FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich’s proposal – made at the recent Smart Moves Summit in Washington, D.C. –to make education one of key focus areas for 2026.

ℹ️More info 🔗https://t.co/ZPcFDGuXzP

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Beware of scammers!

Neither the Federation nor its President contacts anyone directly about competitions, prizes, or personal data. All official communication is via our website and social media

Stay alert — don’t fall for tricks!

[International Chess Federation @FIDE_chess]

On the board, it’s all focus, strategy, and the will to win. 🎯♟️

Off the board, it’s laughter and friendship — but once the clock starts, every move counts!

That’s the spirit of the World Schools Team Championship 2025 🔥
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❓Which is your favourite chess opening?

We asked this question at the World Schools Team Championship 2025 — do you agree with the majority?

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"Due to these platforms like instagram reels, tiktok and youtube shorts, people only give you only 2-3 seconds until they swipe away..." - 🇨🇦 Zachary Saine dives into the art of going viral while moderating the Smart Moves Summit round table discussion.

With over 200,000 YouTube subscribers, Zach is a leading voice in digital chess media, known for his viral interviews, live commentary, and innovative cross-platform content.

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[International Chess Federation @FIDE_chess]

♟ Velammal MHS School of India pulls ahead at the World Schools Team Championship

Day 3 of the World Schools Team Championship delivered another dose of high-stakes drama and memorable moments, both on and off the board. With two rounds played, the competition intensified as top contenders clashed, and underdogs continued to defy expectations. At the close of the day, India’s Velammal MHS School leads the event, holding strong as the tournament moves toward its final stage.

🔗 https://t.co/8tl1IgO6Fr

📷 Michal Walusza/FIDE

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[International Chess Federation @FIDE_chess]

♟ Smart Moves Summit sets out global vision for chess in education

The first-ever global conference on the role of chess in education concluded in Washington D.C. today with a call to governments and education institutions to integrate chess into formal and informal learning environments, including schools.

Over 50 speakers – including eminent scientists and researchers in the fields of education and cognitive studies, educators, coaches, leaders of state and international chess projects, chess-tech entrepreneurs, government officials and influencers – took part in the two-day event aimed at discussing the educational and cognitive benefits of chess.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/0rE09PyUIA

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Two teams, two victories — and joy written all over their faces. 🇮🇳🇺🇸

♟️ 2025 World Schools Team Championship
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"Sponsors don't fund players out of charity. They fund: Reach, Influence, and Brand Alignment" - Geert van der Velde

Geert van der Velde is a creative entrepreneur and former musician-turned-tech leader. A lifelong chess enthusiast, transitioned into tech and education, joining the chess-learning startup Chessable at an early stage. He played a key role in scaling it into the world’s largest chess education platform and served as its CEO for three years.

▫️ The Smart Moves Summit 2025
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"20 years later, we are now serving in 47 centres, having over 4000 children enrolled in our program on a daily basis. With a feeding program, we've introduced other skills-based programs, and using chess as a tool for transformation" - Robert Katende 🇺🇬

Robert Katende is a Ugandan chess coach, social entrepreneur, and former footballer best known for mentoring Phiona Mutesi – the real-life Queen of Katwe – and using chess as a tool for youth empowerment in underserved communities.

▫️ The Smart Moves Summit 2025
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