FIDE Fair Play Seminar in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India from 10-12 June 2024

All India Chess Federation, in collaboration with the FIDE Fair Play Commission, is an exciting opportunity for chess enthusiasts to delve into crucial aspects of fair play in the game. Set against the backdrop of the FIDE World Junior U20 Championship in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India, from June 10 to 12, 2024, this seminar promises to equip participants with essential knowledge and practices.

The scope of the seminar covers a wide array of topics, including

– Fair Play Legal Framework

– Anti-Cheating Regulations

– Prof. Regan’s Statistics

– Technical devices and their usage

– Fair Play Theory and Practice at OTB Events

Lecturers will also deal with topics such as preparations for an event, interaction with tournament officials and spectators, crowd management, preventing or detecting cheating, observations, body language, psychological aspects, odd behaviors, statistics, etc., all in the spirit of recognizing, detecting, and preventing unethical practices and promoting a positive chess culture

Upon successful completion of the exam, participants will receive an FPE seminar norm, a requirement for the FPE title, recognizing their commitment to upholding fair play standards in chess.

This seminar is open to all chess enthusiasts, from players and coaches to arbiters, organizers, and officials, who are passionate about promoting fair play and preventing unethical practices in the game. Attendees will gain invaluable insights to strengthen fair play within their respective chess communities.

Seminar dates:

June 10 – 12, 2024

Location:

Radisson GIFT City, Gandhinagar

Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India

Registration

Registration for the FIDE Fair Play Seminar will open on May 10.

Registration deadline: 9 June 2024.

The number of places is limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

To reserve your spot, please send a registration email to fairplay@fide.com and to secretary.fpl@fide.com.

Seminar fee: 200 EUR

Exam fee: 50 EUR

Seminar Language: English

Accommodation:

Regarding accommodation, attendees have the freedom to choose options that best suit their preferences and budget, as arrangements for accommodation and food are at the discretion of each participant. It is not mandatory to stay in the same hotel as the seminar venue, and attendees are responsible for making their own arrangements and covering associated costs.

Seminar Lecturers:

Bojana Bejatovic – FPL Secretary

Gopakumar M S – FPL Councillor

Andy Howie – FPL Councillor

We look forward to welcoming you to the FIDE Fair Play Seminar as it is the very first time, in the best interest of our chess community are organizing this seminar as we unite to shape a new chapter in the history of chess and fortify the foundations of fair play.