The event was staged as part of the CNOSF's "Playdagogie - values of Olympism" initiative, which was first launched in Paris in January and aims to engage, educate and inspire youth through sport.

The project has been developed in conjunction with Play International, UNICEF and the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Bid Committee.

It uses the "Playdagogie" training technique, which aims to help children learn and grow through play, with the scheme designed to use games and sport to help youngsters build knowledge and develop life skills. 

The project has now reached Vanuatu, with the two-day workshop in the capital attended by teachers from three local schools, as well as National Sports Federations and representatives from UNICEF Pacific.

It took place to "provide teachers, educators, development leaders and facilitators with playful and dynamic pedagogical tools to enable them to promote education and reduce the risk of an unhealthy lifestyle in children aged 6 to 12 years of age", according to the CNOSF.

Obesity is considered one of the main challenges in Pacific countries such as Vanuatu.

A follow-up session will be hosted by Play International to support VASANOC’s preparations for Olympic Day on June 23.

The "Playdagogie" scheme is also set to be rolled out in Haiti.

"I already knew of the NGO Play International and their actions," VASANOC President Antoine Boudier said. 

"I was sure that their methodology could be very effective in Vanuatu. 

"Through the deployment of Playdagogie, and its innovative teaching technique, children acquire values linked to Olympism, including leadership, respect for rules and, through this session today, the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. 

"For VASANOC, sharing these values is part of our daily mission and we are very proud to be the first to deploy this original pedagogical method. 

"If we want to improve our society, it is important to relay these messages through the younger generation."