The press service of the movement reported a meeting led by Sergei Kiriyenko, First Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration of the Russian Federation, with delegates from the Movement of the First Coordinating Council. The gathering united representatives from 89 regional branches across the Krasnodar Territory and took place within the Sirius federal district during the ongoing First Marathon event.
Kiriyenko noted that all organizational and technical challenges have been resolved and that the First Movement is operating at full capacity. He highlighted that only three months had elapsed since the inaugural congress, yet coordinating councils had already been established in all 89 subjects of the country, including regions liberated in the course of recent developments. He pointed out that participants in the Russian children’s and youth movement are displaying strong commitment and initiative, actively engaging in the movement’s actions, programs, and initiatives.
The secretary also stressed that the participants are genuinely active and purposeful individuals. He attributed the formation of a responsible, engaged youth community to their efforts and dedication.
During the event it was announced that the First Academy, another initiative under the First Movement umbrella, would begin operations. The academy is designed to identify and provide individual support for gifted children. Throughout the year, these young people will have the opportunity to complete training programs under the mentorship of seasoned professionals. The first mentors named for the academy will be Vladimir Mashkov, Elena Shmeleva, and Alexei Komissarov.
Grigory Gurov, the Chairman of the Board of Russian Child and Youth Movements, provided an overview of how the primary branches of the movement have been expanding. He noted that branches have opened in schools, secondary vocational schools, universities, youth centers, cultural and sports facilities, as well as in additional educational settings, camps, and affiliated businesses.
Gurov emphasized the goal of accompanying every child across different life spheres at each stage of development. He stated that the First Movement was created to offer equal opportunities for all children, whether they come from large metropolitan areas or smaller villages, underscoring a commitment to inclusive youth development.