Vladimir Putin opened the IV Congress of the Movement of the First at the National Centre RUSSIA
On March
26, President of Russia Vladimir Putin opened the IV Congress of the Movement
of the First. The head of state addressed the participants and guests of the
Congress from various regions, welcoming them at the National Centre RUSSIA.
The President of Russia emphasized the importance of the Movement of the First
in shaping the youth of today.
"More
than 11 million people are involved in this movement. I congratulate you on
this. One of the main tasks of the movement is to help young people, the rising
generation – as you and your peers are often addressed – find their place in
life. Because if a person, at the beginning of their path, finds this movement
towards their goal, which is the most optimal for each individual, then that is
the key to success. And success is something that almost everyone wants. Even
if they think that they don't really need anything, and everything is fine as
it is. No, deep down, everyone strives for success. To have it, to achieve that
success, you need to find your path in life, find the thing to which you're
ready to dedicate your life. That is partly what the Movement of the First was
created for," said Vladimir Putin.
The
participants of the Congress greeted the President with a loud ovation and
chanted "Russia" for an extended period, not letting him leave the
stage. The President of Russia particularly highlighted the slogan of the
Movement, "Every First will help," which has become a true principle
for all its participants.
During the
Congress, a meeting of the Supervisory Board of the Movement of the First was
held, chaired by the President of Russia, Vladimir Putin. The head of state
engaged in discussions with the Movement's participants — children, their
parents, and mentors. The President of Russia actively supports the development
of significant social projects such as the Movement of the First, recognizing
its unique contribution to the country's future. He places special emphasis on
dialogue with young people and strives to consider how the decisions made will
impact the lives of every citizen. Upholding the values of family, justice,
labor, and interethnic harmony, the head of state serves as an inspiring
example for the younger generation.
The
Congress is the highest governing body of the Movement of the First.
Traditionally, it serves as a space for creative collaboration among the key
participants in the educational process — children, parents, and mentors. The
Congress brought together more than two thousand people from 89 regions of the
country on one platform. As part of the Congress, the Movement of the First
will showcase the unity of children and youth organizations, highlight the
heroic deeds of patriots of Russia, inspire adults with success stories of
children, and demonstrate the involvement of the younger generation in shaping
the present and future of the country.
The opening
ceremony took place at the National Centre RUSSIA in the format of a
show-concert, with the central theme being the concept of "Friendship as
the foundation of family, country, and the world." Both experienced and
young performers took the stage for the guests, participants of the Movement,
and their parents. At the beginning of the ceremony, the Russian national
anthem was sung by the Choir of the First, consisting of 100 people from
various regions and six soloists from the "Zvuchi" Centre.
Varya
Sudina presented the musical number "Burn," Dima Permyakov performed
"My Family Russia," Anna Yegoyan and Sergei Pavlovsky treated the
audience to a musical-literary performance based on the poem "Wait for
Me" and the song "Officer." Yulia Parshuta performed the number
"Pilot."
A bright
moment of the ceremony was the bonfire scene, where the participants of the
Movement of the First gathered around a fire — a symbol of unity among all
children and adults. Adults and children from different regions of the country
shared their definitions of friendship.
The main
artist of the ceremony was Polina Gagarina, who performed the song "A
Million Voices" together with the participants of the Congress from all 89
regions of Russia.
The
Movement of the First is a community of millions of young people united by a
desire for creation and positive change. Through various projects, the Movement
provides the younger generation with opportunities for self-realization, talent
development, and forming an active civic stance. Here, everyone can find
something they are passionate about, like-minded people, and support from
experienced mentors, as well as feel pride for their country and its rich
legacy.
On the
following day, March 27, the Congress of the Movement of the First will
convene, as well as the meeting of the Scientific and Methodological Council of
the Movement. Events dedicated to World Theatre Day will take place at the
National Centre RUSSIA. On March 28, the Closing Ceremony of the Congress will
be held.
