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Stories from
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With year-round activities happening across our hubs in Nicaragua, Uganda, and the United States, there is no shortage of inspiring stories to share. Stay up to date with all of the latest news around Soccer Without Borders through our blog, newsletters, and social media.
SWB Welcomes Alumnus Warshan Hussin to the Board of Directors
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is honored to welcome SWB Alumnus, Warshan Hussin, to our Board of Directors! Warshan’s journey with SWB...
Soccer Without Borders
Nov 26, 2024
A Season of Growth and Connection: SWB’s Fall Recap
As we reflect on this fall season, we’re excited to celebrate how each SWB hub has created lasting memories, advanced our mission and...
Soccer Without Borders
Oct 29, 2024
Karishma Sheth Named to the SWB Board of Directors
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is thrilled to welcome Karishma Sheth to our Board of Directors! As Chief Program Officer at EveryMind –...
Soccer Without Borders
Oct 24, 2024
Equal Play Effect Africa: A Collective Movement for Gender Equality in Sports
“Girls have the potential to realize their dreams through sport.” This belief drives Equal Play Effect Africa , a groundbreaking...
Soccer Without Borders
Oct 9, 2024
Connecting Communities Through Soccer: The Impact of Cultural Exchange at Soccer Without Borders
The International Day of Peace, observed annually on September 21st to promote global unity and non-violence, reminds us that peace isn't...
Soccer Without Borders
Sep 20, 2024
Are We Losing the Race Against Gender-Based Violence?
" Are We Losing the Race Against Gender-Based Violence? ", a special feature co-written by Leila Milani (Program Director for Global...
Soccer Without Borders
Sep 17, 2024
Introducing Team SWB for the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is excited to announce the 12 members of our 2024 TCS New York City Marathon team! These runners may be...
Soccer Without Borders
Sep 12, 2024
Dino Bovell Named to the SWB Board of Directors
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is delighted to announce the appointment of Dino Bovell to the SWB Board of Directors. Dino joins us with a...
Soccer Without Borders
Aug 13, 2024
Carson McFadden Named Director of SWB Maryland
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is thrilled to announce that Carson McFadden has been named the new Director of SWB Maryland! First joining...
Soccer Without Borders
Aug 7, 2024
SWB Oakland Renamed ‘SWB Bay Area’ as Programming Expands into San Francisco and Grows in Hayward
SAN FRANCISCO (July 2024) Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is excited to announce that our Oakland hub will now officially be known as SWB...
Soccer Without Borders
Jul 22, 2024
Sarah Stangl Keras to Represent SWB at Festival 24 in Paris, France
From July 23-29, Sarah Stangl Karas, Soccer Without Borders (SWB) Colorado Program Manager, will be volunteering at Festival 24, an...
Soccer Without Borders
Jul 17, 2024
James’ Inspiring Journey: SWB Oakland Participant Plays for The Town FC at ‘The Soccer Tournament’
Whenever he steps onto the soccer pitch, it doesn’t take long for James’ talents as a technical winger, his wicked speed, and his ‘wand’...
Luke Frey-Wedeen, SWB
Jul 8, 2024
Swap Mushiana Named SWB’s First Director of Behavioral Health & Wellness
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is thrilled to announce that Swap Mushiana has been named our first-ever Director of Behavioral Health and...
Soccer Without Borders
Jun 19, 2024
SWB Nicaragua TEAM Camp 2024: Join Us for a Special Soccer and Cultural Exchange Experience
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is thrilled to announce that, after a multi-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic and more, our SWB...
Soccer Without Borders
May 9, 2024
Finding Home: The SWB Mural Project
We are thrilled to announce the completion of the SWB Mural Project, a significant milestone in our journey towards creating a welcoming...
Soccer Without Borders
May 6, 2024
Switch the Pitch Inclusive Coach Training: Using the Power of Play to Address Inequalities in Soccer
“We can’t bury our heads in the sand. We have to be positive, we have to be out there, and we have to be educated. […] It’s not just a...
Soccer Without Borders
Apr 15, 2024
Soccer Without Borders Joins the Sport for Refugees Coalition
“Sport has the power to align our passion, energy and enthusiasm around a collective cause. And that is precisely when hope can be...
Soccer Without Borders
Apr 5, 2024
Introducing Our 2023 Annual Report
Dear SWB Community, 2023 was a monumental year for soccer and Soccer Without Borders. The year marked the FIFA Women’s World Cup that...
Soccer Without Borders
Mar 21, 2024
Soccer Without Borders Receives Gift From MacKenzie Scott’s Yield Giving Open Call
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BALTIMORE (March 20, 2024) Today, MacKenzie Scott’s Yield Giving announced Soccer Without Borders as one of the...
Soccer Without Borders
Mar 20, 2024
Run for Soccer Without Borders at the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon
Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is excited to announce that, for the 8th year, we will have a charity team running the TCS New York City...
Soccer Without Borders
Mar 11, 2024
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