FOSTERING REVERSE INCLUSION
Ability Sports Africa (ASA) is a nonprofit grass root organization based in Uganda, with NGO registration No 088 and Company Ltd by Guarantee Reg No: 80034001312699, the organisation uses adaptive games, sports and creative arts as a platform for social inclusion in Sports, advocacy on disability rights, health rights and social well being of children and youth with disabilities in schools and communities within Uganda.
The organization uses a unique approach of Reverse Inclusion were children and youth with disabilities are empowered to take full responsibilities to initiate and conduct inclusive activities such as sports, adaptive games, plays and creative arts where they involve non-disabled peers in their daily activities .
The concept helps them to gain confidence, self-esteem, and social inclusion through the power of adaptive games and sports hence developing their physical and mental health, and social well being to enable them live to their full potential within their schools and communities which is free from societal stigma and discrimination
BARE FOOT LEAGUE
The ASA Junior Premier League is a grassroots football initiative that brings together 300 children from northern Uganda to play football. Despite 70% of players competing without boots, their passion and dedication shine through. With support from Opiyo Technology UK, Just Jersey Int, USA, parents, and community members, since 2021 to date we provide a platform for these young athletes to thrive. Our year-round league caters to children in the U8, U10, U13, and U16 age groups, with both boys’ and girls’ teams.
Beyond the pitch, we offer vital life skills training, including: Hygiene and Sanitation, Sexual Reproductive Health, Mental Health Awareness, social inclusion, and Football Career Guidance and Counseling.
Our goal is to empower the next generation of footballers and community leaders. By harnessing the power of sports, we can drive positive change and create a brighter future for these young athletes. You can support this project by donating towards, sports outreach, balls, Uniforms and football boots.
OUR MISSION
To empower individuals of all abilities by building their self-esteem, efficacy and life time skills through sports, creative arts and physical literacy programs both in schools and communities.
VISION
An inclusive community where children and youth with different abilities are fully included in physical literacy, adaptive sports, Games and Creative arts.
Volunteer with Ability Sports Africa
Join us in Northern Uganda and make a difference in the lives of children with disabilities!
Volunteer Opportunities:
1. Inclusive Sports for Children with Disabilities
2. Community Grassroot Football Program
3. Inclusive Education & Health (Therapy, Reproductive Health)
4. To create the first inclusive sports pack in Uganda for both the children and the community.
Contact Us: +256771487566 WhatsApp
info@abilitysportsafrica.org
Be a Part of Creating Positive Change!
Through Reverse Inclusion over 560 children and youth with disabilities are empowered to take full responsibilities to initiate and conduct inclusive activities such as sports, adaptive games, plays and creative arts where they involve non-disabled peers in their daily activities both in schools and communities they come from. The concept helps them to gain confidence, self-esteem, and social inclusion through the power of adaptive games and sports hence developing their physical and mental health, and social well being to enable them live to their full potential within their schools and communities which is free from societal stigma and discrimination.
We engage children and youth in the following games:-
Boccia Game
Goal Ball
Showdown
Blind Football
Wheelchair Basketball
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EMPOWERING INCLUSIVE SPORTS IN UGANDA
In our ongoing efforts to promote inclusive sports, we’ve achieved several milestones in 2024:
These accomplishments reflect our commitment to inclusive sports and empowering marginalized communities.
Community outreach program in hard to reach schools…..
EMPOWERING INCLUSIVE SPORTS IN UGANDA
In our ongoing efforts to promote inclusive sports, we’ve achieved several milestones in 2024:
These accomplishments reflect our commitment to inclusive sports and empowering marginalized communities.
"Empowering Social Change: Musema Faruk at Kanthari Leadership Program Musema Faruk, a dedicated social entrepreneur, has been selected to attend the prestigious Kanthari Leadership Program in India, a premier international NGO program for social change makers. Duration: September 8th - October 18th, 2024 This transformative program equips Musema with: - Advanced skills in sustainable organizational management - Strategic partnership building with NGOs globally - Opportunities to share best practices and expertise - Networking with fellow social entrepreneurs Upon completion, Musema will return with enhanced capabilities to drive impactful change, foster collaborative relationships, and propel his organization towards greater success.
Every new school term children with disabilities are all excited to get back to school the motivation factor behind this is the different inclusive games and creative arts introduce to them, these games are team building games that fosters inclusion for all children in school regardless of their impairments. Over 230 school going children are actively involved in sports and games and this has contributed to their social well-being and improve achievements in the education.
You can be part of us to achieve the sustainable development goals 4 & 8 by donating and partnering with us.
This year the number of children has increased from 250 to 300 children in the league, the league gives opportunity for children with and without disabilities within communities in Gulu City to engage in a weekly football, we are grateful for donations from FC Lakeside, Ordinary Heroes Nyero foundation and Liam Opiyo Business UK towards the development of football for Good in Uganda.
Save the Children International has given ASA the contract to train a total of 60 games and sports teachers from 30 primary schools under the project within Gulu and Amuru Districts in the project of together for inclusion (TOFI) The project has helped in building capacity of games and sports teachers with skills of adapting games and physical literacy activities to suit the ability of the child during physical education time and sports activities .
Eastern Division, Gulu City Council, Lumumba Avenue, Jomo Kenyatta Road
P.O Box 360334 Gulu
Phone : + 256771487566/+256700319116
Email : info@abilitysportsafrica.org
MON-FRI 08:30 – 5:00pm
SAT 8:00 – 15:00pm
