24/11/2021
Our Mission
We work to increase junior soccer opportunities and access for all children in Nairobi Kenya, with a primary focus on mental and physical well-being of the undeserved young person and communities.
We have seen the numerous mental illness; stress, depression and anxiety among the youth. The power soccer has help to build character and unite communities –and every community deserves equitable access to every youth opportunity available.
With our after-school soccer programs for at-risk youth (From 5-15 years) and leading the drive for increased capacity to serve every young person in Nairobi,
we believe soccer is the key to community strength and social change.
Our Vision
Every child has a safe, healthy after-school experience: According to the Afterschool Alliance, more than 18 million children nationwide are in need of healthy, active after-school opportunities. The hours of 2-6PM are the most dangerous hours in a day for youth in communities with high poverty rates and fewer community resources.
Soccer is a tool for creating social change: Coach-Mentors have the unique power to guide youth through the importance of doing well in school and avoiding negative influences such as drugs, alcohol, and violence. By using soccer, youth who would traditionally not be interested in entering a formal mentorship bond with caring adults.
A healthy lifestyle improves the health of families: Through a healthy diet and at least sixty minutes of active play each day, youth learn how a healthy lifestyle can benefit not only themselves, but their entire family. Lessons on healthy eating are put into practice by families at home, increasing healthy, balanced meals eaten each week.
Increased access to junior soccer and leagues brings communities together: Young person of varied cultural backgrounds learn to play together and build friendships and empathy skills. Families cheer on their children at practice and share cultural traditions with fellow families at family engagement nights. New bonds are fostered that last beyond the soccer field.
