The WIRR Firstival is more than an event—it is a movement. Organized by Wrestlers Without Borders (WWB) in collaboration with host communities, the festival blends Wrestling-4-Peace, cultural celebration, youth engagement, and community rehabilitation into one unforgettable experience.

At its heart, the Firstival is a gathering that honors the spirit of unity. It brings together refugees, local communities, cultural performers, sports trainers, community elders, and social partners for a shared purpose: building peace through active participation.

The festival features wrestling exhibitions, talent showcases, cultural dances, community dialogues, and interactive learning sessions. These activities create a vibrant space where people from different backgrounds can express themselves, learn from one another, and celebrate diversity.

But the Firstival also plays a deeper role. It functions as a healing space. Many participants come from backgrounds marked by conflict or displacement. Through mentorship sessions, recreation, and the camaraderie of sport, individuals find emotional release and renewed hope.

Community leaders often highlight the festival as one of the few initiatives that truly brings everyone youth, parents, elders, refugees, and hosts into one space with equal dignity. It is not just a day of celebration; it is a model for social cohesion.

The WIRR Firstival is proof that when sport, culture, and community action converge, transformation becomes not only possible but sustainable.