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Who we are
United Through Sport is a sport for development organization that was started in 2004.
Our mission is to help disadvantaged communities reach their full potential through sport, education and health. Our work is focused on serving the communities in Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa, with satellite programs in Argentina, Ghana, Mauritius and St. Lucia.
Our Mission
We are committed to using sport as a tool to develop disadvantaged and vulnerable youth.
By using
direct sports coaching
For its health benefits, improved emotional well-being and increased life skills (teamwork, leadership, decision making, communication).
Using sport to discuss critical issues
By delivering curriculum on topics such as sexual and reproductive health awareness in a fun and interactive manner on the sports field.
Using sport for improved education
By providing pathways to success for talented and dedicated individuals through scholarships to top local high schools and tertiary education.
Using sport to promote gender equality
By providing girls and boys only spaces where participants can discuss and learn about gender inequalities and how to advocate for gender equality.
How It Works
What We Do
At United Through Sport, we empower young people from underserved communities through our holistic Pathway to Success model. We work with youth aged 5 to 35, many of whom face daily challenges such as poverty, malnutrition, illness, unemployment and substance abuse.
Our programmes use the power of sport as a tool for social change, combining physical activity with life skills training, health education and access to better academic and career opportunities. By nurturing talent and building confidence, we help our participants unlock their potential and create brighter futures for themselves, their families and their communities.
How We Do It
Our work is guided by our Pathway to Success; a structured model that supports children and young adults at every stage of their development. Each programme is tailored to meet the unique needs of different age groups, ensuring that our interventions grow with our participants.
Through a combination of sport-based learning, academic support, personal mentorship and community engagement, we offer a comprehensive approach to youth development. Our goal is to equip every young person in our programmes with the tools they need to succeed, both on and off the field.
Sustainable Development Goals
No Poverty
We are committed to providing quality education and necessary skills and training to access employment
Zero Hunger
We are committed to feeding our participants and helping their families when needed
Good Health and Wellbeing
We promote physical health and mental health through movement and education on critical issues
Quality Education
We deliver and support access to quality education for our participants from Primary School through to Tertiary Education
Gender Equality
We promote equal gender inclusion and gender specific programming and development through our Girls Unite and Boys Unite programmes
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Our youth Rising Programme is focussed on equipping youth with the tools to find meaningful employment or create their own businesses
Reduced Inequalities
We support the most vulnerable children and youth to support them to access opportunities and gain skills to compete on a level playing field
Partnership for Goals
We believe in forming strong partnerships to help broaden our impact and deliver more together
Climate Action
Through our Eco Hubs we are combating climate change and developing climate resilience for our programmes
No Poverty
We are committed to providing quality education and necessary skills and training to access employment
Zero Hunger
We are committed to feeding our participants and helping their families when needed
Good Health and Wellbeing
We promote physical health and mental health through movement and education on critical issues
Quality Education
We deliver and support access to quality education for our participants from Primary School through to Tertiary Education
Gender Equality
We promote equal gender inclusion and gender specific programming and development through our Girls Unite and Boys Unite programmes
Decent Work and Economic Growth
Our youth Rising Programme is focussed on equipping youth with the tools to find meaningful employment or create their own businesses
Reduced Inequalities
We support the most vulnerable children and youth to support them to access opportunities and gain skills to compete on a level playing field
Partnership for Goals
We believe in forming strong partnerships to help broaden our impact and deliver more together
