Dear friends,

I warmly welcome the participants, organizers, and guests of the All-Russian Spartakiade among the subjects of the Russian Federation, featuring winter disciplines for athletes with hearing impairments.

As President Vladimir Putin has emphasized, individuals with disabilities serve as an inspiring example of strength, resilience, determination, and unwavering optimism. These qualities empower them to overcome challenges and achieve their dreams.

This year, Bashkortostan, renowned for its hospitality and exceptional event organization, is hosting the competitions. In 2023, the region successfully held the Summer Games for Deaflympians, followed by the International Forum “Russia – A Sporting Power” in 2024.

I am confident that the Deaf Sports Spartakiade will be a memorable and vibrant event, leaving participants and spectators alike with lasting impressions of positivity and a spirit of camaraderie.

Our shared mission is to ensure equal opportunities for all individuals to engage in physical activity and sports.

I wish every participant of the Spartakiade great success, as well as an abundance of faith, hope, and love. After all, it is our love for Russia and for sport that unites us all!