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Stories from
the Field
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.
Our Mantras: You play best when you're smiling
Our mantra "You play best when you're smiling" isn't only about fun and joy, but also about how we incorporate self-care and care for others
Soccer Without Borders
Nov 29, 2022
Our Mantras: Leave Your Shoes At The Door
In many cultures, it's a show of respect and cultural humility to "Leave your shoes at the door".
Soccer Without Borders
Nov 29, 2022
Our Mantras: Know the Thingy Thingy
"Know the Thingy Thingy" is about the intuition that comes along with a trusting relationship, where young people feel seen and heard.
Soccer Without Borders
Nov 28, 2022
Our Mantras: Get Them To The Field
Our mantra "Get Them To The Field" is about much more than physically transporting kids to the field.
Soccer Without Borders
Nov 16, 2022
Our Mantras: We're Glad You're Here
Building an inclusive team culture starts with welcoming. This is exactly what our mantra "We're Glad You're Here" means.
Soccer Without Borders
Nov 16, 2022
Introducing Switch the Pitch: Equipping Coaches & Youth Players to Tackle Racism in their Community
Since 2012, Soccer Without Borders (SWB) has been a proud partner of Common Goal (formerly streetfootballworld), an organization whose...
Soccer Without Borders
Jun 2, 2022
PlayProud 2022: Creating Safe Spaces for LGBTQ+ Youth Athletes
“We’re glad you’re here.” This is one of the mantras that defines the culture and informs the decisions of Soccer Without Borders (SWB)....
Soccer Without Borders
Jun 1, 2022
Coach Perspective: Getting Girls in the Game at Lansdowne Middle School
Coach-Mentor Max Graves shares his perspective on the Lansdowne Middle School Soccer Without Borders program and their gender equity efforts
Max Graves
Apr 5, 2022
Free Workshop Series: How Soccer Can Support Newcomer Afghan Youth
Soccer Without Borders is pleased to announce a new virtual workshop series entitled How Soccer Can Support Newcomer Afghan Youth. This...
Soccer Without Borders
Jan 26, 2022
Coaching Boys Into Men: SWB Uganda
Soccer Without Borders Uganda is the latest SWB program hub to implement the Coaching Boys Into Men (CBIM) curriculum designed and...
Jules Mayele
Nov 8, 2021
Fútbol Sin Fronteras Launches New Mixed League
This new Mixed Youth League is being used to serve the youngest girls and boys in Nicaragua, for whom there are very few leagues.
Sophia Goethals, SWB
Jun 28, 2021
SWB Included in MPI Report on Strengthening Services for Unaccompanied Children in U.S.
With an increasing number of unaccompanied migrant children arriving at the United States’ southern border, the Migration Policy...
Dara Ely, SWB
Jun 18, 2021
Soccer Without Borders Colorado Launches Global Goal Five Leadership Clubs
When the SWB Colorado team was creating their Gender Action Plans, they saw an opportunity to unify their work across the two main cities.
Sophia Goethals, SWB
May 7, 2021
SWB Program Awards 2020
Recently the Soccer Without Borders community gathered virtually to celebrate highlights from 2020 and recognize some select individuals...
Soccer Without Borders
May 3, 2021
SWB Baltimore Kicks Off Global Goal Five Gender Action Plans
SWB Baltimore is the latest US site to implement its Global Goal Five Accelerator Gender Action Plans.
Soccer Without Borders
Apr 27, 2021
SWB Boston Starts Youth Violence Prevention Program
Soccer Without Borders Boston has begun implementing the FUTURES Without Violence Coaching Boys into Men curriculum, a comprehensive...
Dara Ely, SWB
Mar 30, 2021
Soccer Without Borders Oakland Launches Global Goal Five Girls League
With more female participants than ever before, it is a crucial time to move towards the goal of launching a Global Goal Five Girls League.
Sophia Goethals, SWB
Mar 24, 2021
Fútbol Sin Fronteras Education Program Awards 93 Scholarships for 2021
The program established a combination of academic and financial supports, including school scholarships, for girls in FSF.
Sophia Goethals, SWB
Mar 17, 2021
SWB Baltimore Expands High School Program with Support from Abell Foundation
Soccer Without Borders Maryland has received a $60,000 grant from the Abell Foundation to support its High School Enrichment Program for...
Dara Ely, SWB
Mar 15, 2021
SWB Oakland to Expand Unaccompanied Immigrant Youth Programs
SWB Oakland is expanding its support for unaccompanied immigrant youth in partnership with the Oakland Unified School District.
Sophia Goethals, SWB
Feb 5, 2021
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