Sport plays an important role in rural and marginalized communities. It can bring communities together; contributes positively to community identity and sense of place; promote social interaction and inclusion; and, plays an important role in providing opportunities for physical activity and improved health outcomes for the under-served children.

With support from Sports Works Int’l NGO (www.sportsworks.ngo) children at Ba Nga Afayo Initiative Uganda have been able to receive multi sports equipment and sportswear making our sports program stronger & better. Our sports program was founded on the principles that all children regardless of where they come from should have access to high quality sports experiences.

Ba Nga Afayo is a primary driver of the sport for development agenda, with a focus on sporting children and young people from our vulnerable and marginalized communities, with programs addressing inactivity & physical literacy, girls’ engagement and mental health.

We recognize the value sport can bring to supporting such vulnerable groups, a sense of belonging, a positive outlet, support, mentoring, guidance and positive role models. We take a holistic approach to developing young people and their skills in bringing about positive change through our sports and multi sports programs.

Sport activities in conjunction with our education programs can enhance enrollment in formal education systems, school attendance and academic performance among school-aged children. Our sport based programs can also offer a platform for learning opportunities beyond primary and secondary schooling, and for the acquisition of skills transferable to the workplace and to social life.