Weaving Networks for Dual Career in Uruguay

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https://doi.org/10.5380/ra.v16i2.97920

Abstract

This article analyzes the path that Uruguay is taking regarding the possibility for athletes to remain in the formal education system while developing in sports, both in formative stages and in high performance (i.e., pursuing a dual career). To address this, four key areas are proposed: (a) conceptual frameworks, (b) an overview of the legal contexts, definitions, and concepts reflected within them, (c) existing sports career support actions, and (d) an analysis of the weaknesses and strengths to continue building the dual career (DC) framework. The importance of developing a culturally relevant model is emphasized, which, while considering international reference models, reflects the specificities of regional contexts. The progress made so far in career support actions and legal frameworks indicates that the topic is becoming more visible in the country. It is important to continue contributing to the construction of networks that integrate the actions identified. Finally, it is necessary to recognize student-athletes and working athletes from a rights-based perspective.

Author Biographies

Flavia Vique Bonino, Universidad de la República

Polo de Salud Comunitaria, Centro Universitario Regional Litoral Norte, Universidad de la República – Uruguay

Diego Pena Perg, Universidad de la República

Polo de Salud Comunitaria, Centro Universitario Regional Litoral Norte, Universidad de la República

Miquel Torregrossa Alvarez, Universtat Autonoma de Barcelona

Sport Research Institute (IRE), Universtat Autonoma de Barcelona 

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2024-12-18

How to Cite

Vique Bonino, F., Pena Perg, D., & Torregrossa Álvarez, M. (2024). Weaving Networks for Dual Career in Uruguay. The Journal of the Latin American Socio-Cultural Studies of Sport (ALESDE), 16(2). https://doi.org/10.5380/ra.v16i2.97920

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Vol. 16 No. 2 (2024): Contexts on reconciling sport and studies: contributions from the Ibero-American Network on Dual Sports Careers

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Dossiês

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