The distinctions were received during the IV Social City Congress, held in Lagoa and Portimão on October 1st and 2nd. The Municipality of Serpa was represented by António Jaime Cachola, head of the Associative Movement and Sports Office.
These awards attest to the quality of work developed by the Municipality of Serpa in promoting physical activity among the senior population. The program is structured, includes professional monitoring, and is tailored to the participants' needs and interests.
The Quality Recognition for Senior Physical Exercise Programs assesses organization, operation, activities, monitoring, safety, planning, results evaluation, and continuous improvement. It also values participant retention, satisfaction, partnerships, and complementary activities like social gatherings and health promotion initiatives. With this distinction, the Municipality of Serpa can use the Quality Recognition Seal in the program's communication.
The 2026 Municipal Excellence Award, in the Gold category, recognizes good practices by Portuguese municipalities in proximity, innovation, and territorial development. For 'Gente em Movimento', the program's objectives, community results, innovation elements, sustainability, partnerships, and the substantiated value of the work were highlighted. The award also acknowledges the commitment of technical teams, political leaders, and all involved partners.
