Master Class with Robert Katende🇺🇬: "Chess as a Tool for Life Development"

Welcome to the ISCF Master Class Series within the framework of the FIDE ISCF WSTC 2026 African Stage 🌍

🎙️ Speaker:

Robert Katende (Uganda) 🇺🇬

• Founder of SOM Chess Academy and the Robert Katende Initiative
• Mentor behind the inspiring story of Queen of Katwe
• International speaker, educator, and social entrepreneur
• Pioneer of the Chess for Agriculture initiative

Participants will learn how to:
• use chess as a tool for personal growth and leadership
• develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• build resilience, discipline, and self-confidence
• create positive impact through chess in schools and communities
• turn challenges into opportunities for lifelong success

📅 July 8
⏰ 16:30–18:00
📍 Venue: Lectorium

Designed for young players, coaches, parents, educators, and community leaders, this inspiring session demonstrates how chess can transform lives by fostering leadership, resilience, and essential life skills that extend far beyond the chessboard. 🌍♟️

🎓 All participants will receive an official Certificate of Participation via email (digital copy)