Chapter 4.1 Sport, tourism, and community development: The case of Izhma region

Julia Loginova has completed the Management of Local and Regional Development program as a part of her Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies degree in 2010 and has received a graduate degree in Economics and Law in 2011. Since then she has been involved in a number of research and development projects promoting sustainable development in Circumpolar settlements. Currently, Julia is a PhD candidate at the University of Melbourne where she is examining the institutional dimensions of environmental, social, and economic change in northern Russia.

Valerij Rochev is head of the Physical Training Department in Izhma Sport School for Children and Youth. He has 25 years of professional experience in the area. He graduated from the Udmurt State University and has received the "Excellence in Physical Education and Sports" award.