From Words to Action: New Partnerships for "Sails of the Spirit"

The final day in Mersin Province proved truly eventful for the "Sails of the Spirit" team. The day began within the walls of the Mersin University Branch in Tarsus, where project participants introduced students to the philosophy of Extrability. Six parallel workshops transformed the classrooms into a space for lively dialogue—both students and faculty engaged with genuine interest in the practices of mutual enrichment.

Later, the team visited Çağ University, where an important event took place—the signing of a cooperation memorandum. University Rector Murat Koç, Dursun Arslan, and Oleg Kolpashchikov solidified their shared commitment to developing joint projects. Immediately after the formal part, a completely informal activity began—a chess match between participant Kamila Serikbolkyzy from Kazakhstan and a local student. The game was intense yet truly friendly.

Meanwhile, two yachts had already departed from Mersin Marina, embarking on their journey to Taşucu. By evening, the rest of the team joined them to continue together toward the shores of Marmaris.

The day turned out to be a perfect blend of educational mission, business agreements, and the spirit of genuine adventure!

Project Partners:

· State Atomic Energy Corporation "Rosatom"
· Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States Affairs, Compatriots Living Abroad, and International Humanitarian Cooperation "Rossotrudnichestvo"
· GK "Medscan"
· Sverdlovsk Regional Branch of the Russian Geographical Society
· Extrability Movement
· LLC "Institute of Management Design and Competitive Strategies"
· Tarsus Disability Platform
· Turkish Federation of the Visually Impaired
· Mersin Municipality
· Tarsus Municipality
· Mersin City Council
· Disabled Assembly of Mersin City Council
· Disabled Assembly of Tarsus City Council
· Disabled Assembly of Trabzon City Council
· Private Patient Care Center "Mukaddes Aksoy"
· Mersin Marina
· Water Sports Club "Akyazı Yachting"
· Eurasian Association "Life Without Barriers"
· Russian Society in Antalya
· "Doctor Volkova's Rehabilitation" Clinic
· LLC "Eldorado-Tour"

On Board the Yacht: Representatives of Akkuyu Nuclear - Support That Inspires New Achievements

An important meeting took place in Turkey between participants of the "Sails of the Spirit" project and representatives of Akkuyu Nuclear. This is Türkiye's first nuclear power plant, constructed with the support of the State Atomic Energy Corporation "Rosatom."

Dmitry Shlykov, Chief Specialist of the Press Service of JSC "Akkuyu Nuclear," and Ivan Blinov, Construction Work Production Expert, came on board the yacht. The guests were given a tour of the vessel, introduced to the team, and learned about the project's philosophy, which helps people with and without disabilities discover hidden abilities in themselves and each other, learn to trust, and act together.

The day concluded with an awards ceremony for the sea voyage participants. The representatives of Akkuyu Nuclear noted that the "Sails of the Spirit" project holds special significance not only for Russian nuclear cities but also for Akkuyu, where a new international community of nuclear specialists is forming. They expressed confidence that the Akkuyu youth movement would eagerly join this initiative.

Project Partners:

· State Atomic Energy Corporation "Rosatom"
· Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States Affairs, Compatriots Living Abroad, and International Humanitarian Cooperation "Rossotrudnichestvo"
· GK "Medscan"
· Sverdlovsk Regional Branch of the Russian Geographical Society
· Extrability Movement
· LLC "Institute of Management Design and Competitive Strategies"
· Tarsus Disability Platform
· Turkish Federation of the Visually Impaired
· Mersin Municipality
· Tarsus Municipality
· Mersin City Council
· Disabled Assembly of Mersin City Council
· Disabled Assembly of Tarsus City Council
· Disabled Assembly of Trabzon City Council
· Private Patient Care Center "Mukaddes Aksoy"
· Mersin Marina
· Water Sports Club "Akyazı Yachting"
· Eurasian Association "Life Without Barriers"
· Russian Society in Antalya
· "Doctor Volkova's Rehabilitation" Clinic
· LLC "Eldorado-Tour"

⛵️ Extrability-Business on the Open Sea

Sunrise on a yacht. Salty wind. Sails filled. Participants of the "Sails of the Spirit: Movement Toward Mutual Enrichment" project are sailing the route from Taşucu to Marmaris.

This year, everything happening on board is permeated with one idea: to give each other something that will be valuable to the other.
Some share a traditional dish,others – a song in their native language, and others – a story that changes one's perspective on the world. These moments add up to something greater: an atmosphere of trust, respect, and true unity.

On the yachts – heartfelt conversations, knowledge exchange, cooking together, first steps in sailing, where newcomers learn how a yacht works, how to set sails, and feel the wind. For many, this is their first time on the open sea. And perhaps the beginning of a new passion.

At the end of the day, we have a special ritual: exchanging mutually enriching gifts between the boats. These are not just souvenirs, but symbols of attention, respect, and gratitude.

The journey to Marmaris is not just a geographical route. It is a movement toward new horizons of understanding, friendship, and shared development.

Follow the "Sails of the Spirit" – here, everyone becomes part of something greater.

Project Partners:

· State Atomic Energy Corporation "Rosatom"
· Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States Affairs, Compatriots Living Abroad, and International Humanitarian Cooperation "Rossotrudnichestvo"
· GK "Medscan"
· Sverdlovsk Regional Branch of the Russian Geographical Society
· Extrability Movement
· LLC "Institute of Management Design and Competitive Strategies"
· Tarsus Disability Platform
· Turkish Federation of the Visually Impaired
· Mersin Municipality
· Tarsus Municipality
· Mersin City Council
· Disabled Assembly of Mersin City Council
· Disabled Assembly of Tarsus City Council
· Disabled Assembly of Trabzon City Council
· Private Patient Care Center "Mukaddes Aksoy"
· Mersin Marina
· Water Sports Club "Akyazı Yachting"
· Eurasian Association "Life Without Barriers"
· Russian Society in Antalya
· "Doctor Volkova's Rehabilitation" Clinic
· LLC "Eldorado-Tour"

On 24 December, the international online “Extrability Games” brought together teams from Russia, Iran, Nepal, Kyrgyzstan, and Kenya.
The event lasted two hours and was delivered in Russian and English with consecutive interpretation.

The programme included five games: two were hosted by the Russian side, and one each was hosted by the Kyrgyz, Iranian, and Nepalese teams.
The teams included blind participants as well, and this did not hinder communication—on the contrary, it helped create a warm, inclusive atmosphere where teams from different countries connected closely despite the online format.

Event partners: Blind Rocks Nepal; Bishkek State University named after K. Karasaev; Ural Federal University named after the First President of Russia B. N. Yeltsin; ANO “White Cane” (Belaya Trost); Sahajanand Special School (Mombasa).

The “Extrability Games” aim to strengthen international cooperation and create an accessible, inclusive environment for shared intellectual and team-based activities.