Ireland’s President McAleese sends a message to the ‘Kickboxing Fighting for Peace Initiative’

THE Irish President Mary McAleese sent a personal message of support to the launch. The initiative, which was conceived in Belfast from years of work between Murray and Emery, will promote peace and understanding for children across the continent through sport. It will bring together leading groups involved in martial arts and combat sports across Europe and organise inter-community meetings and/or international events including competitions, training, courses, trips and demonstrations.