Andorra 2026 Ski World Cup Launches Inclusive and Sustainable Community Program
Organising committee unveils social, educational, and eco-friendly initiatives to make women's alpine skiing event accessible to all, from Red Cross.
Key Points
- Red Cross 'What Would You Do?' sessions teach mountain first aid during competition days.
- Partnerships donate 25% grandstand revenue to transplant association ATIDA; spaces for local foundations.
- Inclusivity via autism torchlit descents, adapted snow days, and Special Olympics events.
- Sustainability advances with 100% renewable energy, waste reduction, and precise CO₂ tracking.
The organising committee for the Audi FIS Ski World Cup Andorra 2026 has launched a comprehensive programme of social, educational, inclusive, and sustainable initiatives aimed at engaging the entire community and making snow and mountain sports accessible to all groups.
The women's alpine skiing World Cup is scheduled for 27 February to 1 March at El Tarter, with activities planned before, during, and after the event. Organisers aim to advance social responsibility by leveraging sport to promote social cohesion, inclusion, and equal opportunities, establishing accessibility as a benchmark for major sporting events.
Key highlights include a collaboration with Andorra's Red Cross at the World Cup Village. During the three competition days, their interactive session "What Would You Do?" will raise awareness about self-protection and first aid in mountains through simulated emergencies. Jordi Ribes, the organisation's director, described the approach as "simple, practical, and suitable for all audiences."
Partnerships with local associations feature prominently. The Fundació Privada Nostra Senyora de Meritxell will have its own space in the village, while 25% of grandstand ticket revenue will support ATIDA, Andorra's association for transplant recipients and donors.
Inclusivity efforts already include a recent torchlit descent with children who have autism, involving AUTEA and Hi Arribarem!. A repeat event is set for 21 February with Hi Arribarem! and Special Olympics, followed by an adapted snow day on 25 March via the government's Aula Inclusiva project.
Educational outreach targets Canillo schools, introducing the World Cup to children and culminating in attendance at a competition day. Students from the Escola Andorrana de Batxillerat are contributing through "From Click to Stands," assessing digital and physical accessibility and proposing improvements.
Accessibility measures encompass a customisable website, QR-coded signage with sign language information, wheelchair-friendly paths, and escort services for those with reduced mobility.
Sustainability focuses on progressing toward fully decarbonised events. Recent editions have sharply cut CO₂ emissions using 100% renewable energy, material reuse, waste reduction, and clean transport promotion. This year, enhanced data systems will provide more accurate carbon footprint calculations.
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