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Elyes Grar — Sport & Impact
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38 Years of Sport,
Leadership & Community.

From competitive athlete to sport leader and community builder — sport has been a constant thread throughout my life, developing discipline, leadership, relationships and a commitment to bringing people together.

38
Years in Sport
132
Events Organized
13
Clubs Across Tunisia
3500
Community Members
Who I Am

A Believer in the Power of Sport

A passionate believer in the power of sport to transform lives, build stronger communities and unite people across cultures — committed to advancing Sport for All as a driver of health, inclusion, education and sustainable development.

My Background

Sport Leader & Digital Transformation Expert

A sport leader and digital transformation expert with strong experience in management, development and partnerships — active across the Middle East, Africa and international sport initiatives, bridging Africa and the Arab world with a vision of unity, cooperation and shared progress.

My Journey in Sport

Independent. Volunteer. By Conviction.

1984 – 1993

Early Passion

Competitive athlete in tennis and athletics — sport forged my discipline, values and team spirit.

1993 – 2021

Leadership in Sport

Board Member, AS La Marsa (1993–1995) · Committee Member then President of Tunis League, Tunisian Athletics Federation (1993–2014) · Board Member, Tunisian Boxing Federation (2017–2021).

2017 – Present

Impact, Bridges & Legacy

Founded Kolna Nemchiw in 2017, growing it to 3,500+ members across 13 clubs nationwide — a TAFISA Supporter Member that connects communities, inspires youth, empowers women and promotes active, healthy societies across Tunisia and beyond.

Current Focus

Kolna Nemchiw

Founded in 2017, Kolna Nemchiw — "We All Walk" — grew from a single walking club in La Marsa into a nationwide movement of 3,500+ members across 13 clubs, built entirely on volunteer leadership and a belief that walking together builds healthier, more connected communities.

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Elyes Grar — Kolna Nemchiw

“Sport has the power to change the world. Together, let's make that change for everyone.”

— Elyes Grar