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The fifth Challenge ‘100 Solidarity Shovels SUMA against Breast Cancer’ and ‘SUMA for equality’ It was held last Saturday in Alicante with notable success in terms of participation and organization. In a very supportive atmosphere, a hundred people participated in this event that aims to show support, through rowing, for people suffering from this disease. The Real Club Regatas Alicante acted as host and co-organizer, together with the Valencian Community Rowing Federation, and Suma Gestión Tributaria as main sponsor.
With this regatta, the cycle of Solidarity Challenges against breast cancer organized by the Federation closes. The yacht clubs of Jávea, Denia and Benidorm have also hosted this test in 2024. It is an initiative that the Valencian Community Rowing Federation launched three years ago and that has been consolidated in the annual calendar thanks to the good response, both from the participating clubs and from the athletes and the public.
In addition, this year the SUMA Challenges for Equality were added to this initiative, where athletes with a non-competitive license have the opportunity to live an experience against other teams. In these challenges, teams with mixed crews of both ages and genders have been able to participate.
The regatta was held on Saturday morning inside the Port of Alicante. The weather was good and a total of ten boats from Falucho/Llaüt-Valencià took to the water, organized in two different events. On the one hand, three club teams Club Rem Marina de Denia, Club Náutico Benidorm and Club Regatas de Alicante They participated in the Solidarity Challenge. Each boat in this test was made up of at least eight people who have overcome breast cancer. The distance traveled was 350 meters.
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Theme 1: Importance of Solidarity Events
Interviewer: Hello, and thank you for joining us today. Can you tell us about the importance of solidarity events like the Challenge 100 Solidarity Shovels SUMA against Breast Cancer and SUMA for Equality? How do they help to raise awareness and support those affected by breast cancer?
Guest 1: Hello! Events like these are crucial for the breast cancer community. They not only raise awareness about the disease but also demonstrate solidarity and support for those who have been diagnosed. It shows that we are all in this together and that there is a network of people willing to stand by those affected. It’s heartwarming to see so many people come together for a common cause.
Guest 2: Absolutely! Initiatives like these also provide an opportunity for survivors to connect with others who have gone through similar experiences. The sense of community that’s formed at events like these can be incredibly uplifting and empowering. Additionally, it’s essential to encourage equality and inclusivity in all aspects of life, including sports, which is why the SUMA Challenges for Equality are so important.
Theme 2: Organization and Participation
Interviewer: The Challenge 100 Solidarity Shovels SUMA against Breast Cancer and SUMA for Equality were held at the Real Club Regatas Alicante, with notable success in terms of participation and organization. Would you tell us more about the organization and planning process that goes into making an event like this a success?
Guest 1: From my perspective, it takes a great deal of planning and coordination among numerous parties to ensure everything runs smoothly. The key is to have a clear objective, a dedicated team, and excellent communication. I was impressed with how well the event was organized and how many people participated despite the challenges posed by COVID-19 restrictions.
Guest 2: Yes, I agree. The fact that we were able to make this happen despite the pandemic is a testament to everyone involved. I think the inclusion of both competitive and non-competitive teams also contributed to the high level of participation. It allowed for a wider range of people to get involved, which made the event more
