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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.

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Apr 29, 2020

Soccer Without Borders Featured by SB Nation

SB Nation shines a spotlight on the transformative experience of Warshan Hussin, a former SWB Maryland participant and current staff member.

Soccer Without Borders

Sep 16, 2019

Senda and SWB Renew Partnership

When you think of soccer at its most basic, people often say "all you need is a ball." All over the world, soccer balls take many forms,...

Soccer Without Borders

Aug 21, 2019

Celebrating 10 Years at SWB Maryland

Baltimore, MD- "Families are resettled in Baltimore every day, but what does it really mean to be settled? Their basic needs are met –...

Soccer Without Borders

Mar 8, 2019

Women's World Cup Here We Come

Soccer Without Borders is thrilled to announce its delegation for the upcoming Youth Festival at the FIFA Women's World Cup, hosted by...

SWB Uganda Coach Featured by Common Goal

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Mar 4, 2019

SWB Uganda Coach Featured by Common Goal

"It was an opportunity to give back to my fellow refugees that came to Uganda and faced the same obstacles that I was facing. It's what...

Soccer Without Borders

Feb 19, 2019

SWB Featured by GlobalSport Matters

In partnership with GlobalSport Matters at Arizona State University, Soccer Without Borders is excited to share a new mini-documentary...

Soccer Without Borders

Aug 10, 2018

Local non-profits and Councilmember Dave Upthegrove come together for Kent Immigrant and Refugee Com

With councilmember’s support, Soccer Without Borders and World Relief are teaming up to host the 1st Annual Kent Immigrant and Refugee...

Soccer Without Borders

Jul 9, 2018

SWB Celebrates World Refugee Day 2018

Baltimore, MD SWB Baltimore celebrated World Refugee Day by inviting all of our high school, middle school, and elementary school...

Soccer Without Borders

Jun 6, 2018

Game Day with Tackle Africa

It’s 7:30am on a Saturday morning in the middle of May. The sun may have just risen above Lake Victoria to the East, but there are...

Soccer Without Borders

Jun 6, 2018

Soccer Without Borders Announces New Directors in Maryland and Colorado

MARYLAND Soccer Without Borders is excited to announce the hiring of Emily Sherman as the incoming Director of SWB Baltimore. Emily will...

Soccer Without Borders

Apr 18, 2018

Soccer Without Borders Awarded $25,000 From U.S. Soccer Foundation

Grant to Fund Innovative Programming That Keeps Teens in the Game CAMBRIDGE, MA – Soccer Without Borders today announced it has been...

SWB Alumnus Speaks at FIFA for Equality and Inclusion Conference

Soccer Without Borders

Mar 24, 2018

SWB Alumnus Speaks at FIFA for Equality and Inclusion Conference

On Wednesday, February 28th, SWB Baltimore Coach Kat Sipes and alumnus Warshan Hussin headed to the airport to begin their journey to...

A wonderful side of soccer -- helping kids feel like they belong

Soccer Without Borders

Feb 7, 2018

A wonderful side of soccer -- helping kids feel like they belong

SWB Oakland was recently featured in Soccer America with an article written by Lauren Markham. Lauren is a writer based in Berkeley, CA...

Soccer Without Borders

Jan 31, 2018

Introducing Soccer Without Borders Seattle

Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is pleased to announce the addition of its newest program: SWB Seattle. The Seattle program will open in...

Soccer Without Borders

Dec 6, 2017

Meet ASIYA: Sport Hijabs for Girls

Cambridge, MA - Last month, girls at Soccer Without Borders programs had the opportunity to sport some new gear on the field thanks to...

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Names SWB Finalist for Sports Award

Soccer Without Borders

May 31, 2017

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Names SWB Finalist for Sports Award

PRINCETON, N.J.,– The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) has announced 16 finalists for the 2017 Sports Award, an honor recognizing...

Friendship Goals: Building Bridges Among Families

Soccer Without Borders

May 10, 2017

Friendship Goals: Building Bridges Among Families

The Family Mentor program at SWB Baltimore matches newcomer families to Baltimore residents who can ease the transition, making the...

US Soccer Foundation Awards SWB Inaugural Impact Award

Soccer Without Borders

May 1, 2017

US Soccer Foundation Awards SWB Inaugural Impact Award

CAMBRIDGE, MA– Soccer Without Borders today announced it has been awarded the 2017 Urban Soccer Symposium Impact Award from the U.S....

Why We Measure- An Inside Look at M&E at SWB Uganda

Soccer Without Borders

Mar 27, 2017

Why We Measure- An Inside Look at M&E at SWB Uganda

As Soccer Without Borders continues to evolve, we are constantly asking ourselves two major questions: How much of an impact are we...

Youth Soccer in Maryland: Barriers to Inclusion & Play for Newcomers

Soccer Without Borders

Mar 21, 2017

Youth Soccer in Maryland: Barriers to Inclusion & Play for Newcomers

Our goal is for all Soccer Without Borders participants to be able to take full advantage of the program activities we provide. Our...

Stories from the Field

Stories from
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