Mr. Afet JashariMember, Advisory CommitteeInternational Council of Traditional Sports and Games (ICTSG)Expert in Cultural Preservation, Sports Policy, and Community EngagementNorth Macedonia Mr. Afet Jashari is a dedicated cultural heritage and sports development advocate from North Macedonia, recognized for her work in promoting traditional knowledge systems, intercultural dialogue, and community empowerment through sport. With a background in public administration and community leadership, she has contributed significantly to national efforts in safeguarding intangible cultural heritage, particularly in rural and ethnic minority regions. A seasoned advisor and strategist, Ms. Jashari brings to the Advisory Committee of ICTSG a profound commitment to preserving Traditional Sports and Games (TSG) as expressions of identity, diversity, and intergenerational connection. Areas of Contribution and Expertise Cultural Policy and Heritage Advocacy: Ms. Jashari has worked with regional and national bodies in North Macedonia to support folk sports festivals, traditional games documentation, and policy inclusion of intangible heritage. Grassroots Sports Engagement: She is known for promoting community-led initiatives that revive and sustain local games, with an emphasis on engaging youth and women in heritage activities. Intercultural Dialogue and Peacebuilding: Through her cross-cultural experience in the Balkan region, she has championed TSG as a tool for unity, emphasizing their role in building mutual respect and cultural understanding among diverse communities. As a Member of the Advisory Committee, Ms. Afet Jashari contributes to: Shaping strategic outreach to Balkan nations and Southeastern Europe for TSG promotion and preservation. Advising on culturally appropriate documentation and transmission methods for endangered traditional games. Strengthening community participation models, ensuring TSG remain rooted in local culture while accessible globally. Mr. Jashari believes that Traditional Sports and Games are not just pastimes—they are narratives, values, and legacies in motion. Her vision includes: Reviving TSG as educational and developmental tools in formal and informal learning environments. Fostering international collaboration to share preservation methods across cultures. Empowering underrepresented voices, especially women and rural communities, in the promotion of their own traditions. Mr. Afet Jashari stands as a passionate guardian of heritage, a skilled policy influencer, and a unifying voice for cultural diversity in sport. Through her role with ICTSG, she remains committed to building bridges of respect and remembrance, where the spirit of traditional games continues to inspire harmony, dignity, and identity for future generations. Social Media: INSTAGRAM