The Cook County Sheriff's Office successfully organized the 3rd Annual Intercontinental Online Chess Championship today, October 11th. A carefully orchestrated blend of technology and chess, this event saw a consolidation of key players and enthusiasts from across the globe. Such a collaboration took shape under the joint initiative of Sheriff Dart and the International Chess Federation (FIDE).
Since launching in 2012, the Cook County Jail's Chess Program has seen widespread recognition for its success. Far from merely a game, chess acts as mental stimulation and distraction, lending solace in difficult times for the inmates. This third edition of the online championship further signifies the institution's determination in sustaining and enlarging the program even amid global crisis. It was conducted at Division 11 of the Cook County Department of Corrections.
According to a past Cook County Sheriff's Office article, Sheriff Dart and FIDE's commitment to the program underscores their dedication to personal betterment and opportunities for the incarcerated.
