Third Annual Autism Talks Held in Almaty, Kazakhstan
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Third Annual Autism Talks Held in Almaty, Kazakhstan

On April 6, the city of Almaty in Kazakhstan hosted the third annual Autism Talks. This special event was held alongside the Asian Chess Championship (Zone 3.4) and celebrated World Autism Awareness Day, which is observed every year on April 2. The event honored inspiring stories from parents…

Asian Zonal 3.4 Championship 2025: First Round Highlights
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Asian Zonal 3.4 Championship 2025: First Round Highlights

The Asian Zonal 3.4 Chess Championship 2025 began on April 2nd in Almaty, Kazakhstan at the Atakent Exhibition Centre. This tournament is a qualifier for the World Chess Cup. Zone 3.4 includes six countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Afghanistan. A total of 131 players (87…

FIDE’s 24th ‘Preparation of Teachers’ Course – Register Now!
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FIDE’s 24th ‘Preparation of Teachers’ Course – Register Now!

Calling all chess lovers! Mark your calendars for April 18-20, 2025. The 24th edition of FIDE’s “Preparation of Teachers” course is here—a great chance to become a certified FIDE School Instructor! ‘Preparation of Teachers’ Course- This 3-day online course, conducted in English, helps teachers and educators use chess…

Queens’ Online Chess Festival 2025: A Grand Celebration of Women in Chess
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Queens’ Online Chess Festival 2025: A Grand Celebration of Women in Chess

The Queens’ Online Chess Festival 2025 brought together female chess players from around the world in a thrilling competition. This annual event, featuring online blitz tournaments, provided a platform for women and girls to showcase their skills in an inclusive and supportive environment. Global Participation and Exciting Competitions…

World Youth U16 Chess Olympiad 2025 – Registration Now Open!
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World Youth U16 Chess Olympiad 2025 – Registration Now Open!

The FIDE World Youth U16 Chess Olympiad 2025 is set to take place in Barranquilla, Colombia, from August 16 to August 23, 2025. Young chess talents from around the world will gather in this beautiful Caribbean city for an unforgettable tournament. Why You Shouldn’t Miss This Event 🌍…

FACI Project Expands: More Asian Countries Join the Chess Initiative
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FACI Project Expands: More Asian Countries Join the Chess Initiative

In 2025, the Freedom Asian Chess Initiatives (FACI) project expands! Initially helping five countries, it will now support eight Asian nations where chess is still developing. What is FACI? FACI is a program launched in 2024 by the Kazakhstan Chess Federation (KazChess/KCF) with support from Freedom Holding Corp.,…