About EduSport
Who we are
We are a youth empowerment organization that provides education and sport to those who need it most.
What we do
We empower communities to uplift themselves by creating social-impact job opportunities for local unemployed youth to work in schools, and afternoon academic and sport academy programmes, thus ensuring that everyone has access to quality education and sport opportunities.
Why we do it
%
of children cannot read (vs 4% in the United States)
4th Highest youth unemployment rate in the world
%
or less – public schools that have access to rugby, cricket or hockey facilities
%
of 3 – 4 y/o South African children receive early learning or educational stimulation
%
of South African homes have no books
%
of unemployed South Africans are youths
%
of youth are unemployed
%
of Educators feel equiped to coach sport
How we do it
We employ previously unemployed youth from the local community and train them as Literacy or Sport Coaches.
Through partnerships and various stakeholders, our Coach in a Box Programme trains, equips and places local youth in developing primary schools as Sport or Literacy Coaches.
Safeguarding our Children
To ensure that our commitment to awareness and effective child protection is upheld, we employ a multifaceted approach, incorporating various mechanisms and strategies. These initiatives are fundamental to maintaining a strong focus on child safety and well-being.
First and foremost, we emphasise the importance of clear and accessible documentation, ensuring that our policies and guidelines are readily available and comprehensible. Furthermore, our online presence, encompassing our website and online resources, serves as a vital platform for disseminating information to a broader audience.