In Cubillos del Sil forest, located in León, 134 children, with 60% having disabilities, are now part of the community
In the picturesque town of Cubillos del Sil, León, Spain, the 28th edition of Aspaym's summer inclusive camp, "El Bosque de los Sueños," is underway. This year's event, themed around the discomobile, is attracting 134 children and young people from across Spain, promoting inclusion, fun, and social interaction.
The camp, supported by the Youth Council of Castilla y León and the Institute of Youth of Castilla y León, is a haven of joy and camaraderie. Sandra Amez, the President of the Youth Council, emphasised the importance of such initiatives, praising their focus on inclusivity.
Estela López, the director general of the Institute of Youth, described the camp as a place where dreams come true. The Institute is providing funding for the project and offers a specific series for young people with disabilities, ensuring professional support for those with special needs.
The camp's activities are designed to be fun, laughter-filled, and game-focused, accessible and enjoyable for all participants regardless of their abilities. While the specific activities are not detailed, the emphasis is on inclusion, socialization, and enjoyment in a natural outdoor setting.
Activities at the camp include visits to the pool, karts, and a horror night. The participants are engaged in various activities and workshops, categorised by age groups. The camp is running until August 14, 2023, and is only accessible for registered users.
Irene González, the deputy of Rural Development of the Diputación de León, praised Aspaym's work, highlighting their contributions to the community, including help for the elderly in rural areas, such as physiotherapy. Sandra Amez also stated that her council supports and promotes initiatives like personal assistance.
Since 2018, the Diputación de León has contributed more than 100,000 euros to Aspaym's work. The council also provides assistance for personal assistance as part of their support for the camp.
Inclusion is taught at the camp, and many former participants return as monitors. Aspaym's Castilla y León delegate, Mar Matias, revealed the theme during the presentation and inauguration of the camp. Mar Matias described the camp as an educational, social, and transformative project.
The camp's activities are only available for subscribers, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all participants. The 28th edition of Aspaym's inclusive camp is proving to be another successful event in fostering inclusivity, fun, and social interaction among its participants.
- Engaging in activities like visits to the pool, karts, and a horror night, the camp promotes a fun-filled and game-focused lifestyle for its participants.
- The 28th edition of Aspaym's inclusive camp, El Bosque de los Sueños, is not just about enjoyable outdoor-living, but also about social-media engagement, as it is accessible only for registered users.
- The camp, focusing on education and self-development, offers a specific series for young people with disabilities, ensuring professional support for their personal growth.
- The camp, themed around the discomobile, is more than just entertainment; it's a venue for career development as former participants return as monitors.
- General news about the camp highlights its success in fostering inclusion, fun, and social interaction, contributing positively to home-and-garden, rural development, and the wider society.
