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Who we are
Who is involved:
Derek Keir – Director
University of Bath graduate with Post Graduate Certificate in Education Derek Keir has worked in Sport and Development for the City of Westminster,... |
Our Impact
In April 2007 Friend Of EduSport became a registered Charity with the Office of Charities Regulator for Scotland. Since then we have helped and supported people and projects linking potential with opportunity.
Facts & Figures
CSEE School... |
Our work
Friend of EduSport originated in Falkirk, Scotland. Since we started in 2007, we now have regional development committees operating in Scotland, Bath, Southampton and London. We also proud of our International links with dedicated supporters... |
Our partners
At the core of our work is the belief in the power of sport and education to change lives.
We support youth to become peer leaders to deliver sporting opportunities, educational programmes (including reading programmes and to disseminate... |
EduSport: Our Partner & Inspiratiion
EduSport main office Kamwala
Founded in 1999, EduSport is a non-governmental organisation (NGO) that utilises sport and education to help young people. As one of the... |
Who we are
Who is involved:
Derek Keir – Director
University of Bath graduate with Post Graduate Certificate in Education Derek Keir has worked in Sport and Development for the City of Westminster,... |
Our Impact
In April 2007 Friend Of EduSport became a registered Charity with the Office of Charities Regulator for Scotland. Since then we have helped and supported people and projects linking potential with opportunity.
Facts & Figures
CSEE School... |
Why and how we do it.
More than 100million children worldwide drop out of school before completing just four years of primary school and two thirds of them girls (United Nations 1995). Over two thirds of the population in Zambia live on less than 55p a day... |
What we do and where
From our base in Falkirk, Scotland, we raise funds and provide resources to support and sponsor educational projects for our EduSport partners in Zambia.
Friend Of EduSport aim to provide opportunities... |
Who we are
Founded in 2007, Friend Of EduSport is a not for profit making organisation that utilises education and sport to enhance opportunity and potential amongst under privileged young people in Zambia. Founded by Derek Keir and Fiona Campbell, two... |
Our Work
Friend of EduSport originated in Falkirk, Scotland. Since we started in 2007, we now have regional development committees operating in Scotland, Bath, Southampton and London. We also proud of our International links with dedicated supporters... |
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Step1 : Choose to sponsor a peer leader (£5/month) or a teacher/community coordinator (£10/month)
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Organise an Event
ORGANISING YOUR OWN EVENT – 10 STEPS TO SUCCESS.
We’ve looked around for the best advice and put it into 10 tips. Links to sponsor forms and our justgiving pages are at the bottom of the tips.
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Volunteer
Becoming a volunteer is a practical way to engage in the movement to empower through education and sport - your skills can be used to make a real difference. Join our energetic and committed team of volunteers who make our work possible. If... |
Become a Partrner
We have some fantastic partners involved with our charity, but we
continue to welcome new ‘friends’ as we develop to ensure we can achieve
our objectives and make the difference to the lives of many young
people in the UK and in Africa... |
Go Sisters World Series 2012
Do you have a passion for sport?
Do you want to make a difference?
Can you help get more girls, more active?
Are you an experienced activity leader or would you like to be?
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Go Sisters London
Stick Sunday 8th May in your diary, and get yourself down to the Go Sisters London 2011 event!
WHAT?
We want you, your friends and your teammates to join us for a fun-filled day of netball and football in London, all for a very... |
Rebrand Zambia and WIN!
The Zambian Tourism Board are running a competition - successfully rebrand Zambia and win a $30,000 trip to the Big Z itself!
The bright spark who comes up with the winning slogan or logo for Zambia in the worldwide rebranding... |
Interested in Sport for Social Change?
Why not attend the Sport for Social change symposium in Southampton on 12 May 2011, co-ordinated by EduSport founder Oscar Mwaanga?
The international symposium... |
Zambia 2011
Friend Of EduSport | 2011 Recruitment
Ever dreamed of going to a community different from your own, connecting with friends old and new and making a difference that you will remember for a lifetime?
Keep... |
Bestin Mwayiwanga Phiri (Born 12th February 1986)
Bestin Mwayiwanga Phiri
I am last born in the family of 9. Its not that easy to prove to my elder brothers that what I want is this and can add meaning to my life. Through the criticism of my brothers... |
A Day For Everything!
The latest from Fiona Campbell
Well for those environmentalists out there that have been warning the world about its current lifestyle trends and the reducing world resources; your word would be believed and taken heed from Lusaka dwellers. ... |
As one door closes...
More news from Fiona in Zambia
A busy week in Lusaka with farewells, visitors and finally a sporting debut! I now have a room to myself in the SIA house in Chilenje, I was sure I was going to be delighted to finally have my own... |
Copperbelt and Chawama Success!
Fiona Campbell contributes another of her updates from Zambia
Trip to the Copperbelt
Week 6 for me in Zambia. This week has been a mix of meetings and further travel. On Tuesday, Annie Namukanga... |
Every'BODY' Matters!!
The second instalment of Fiona's updates from the field
The last few weeks have passed in a blur of activity. Sometimes you can be on the verge of frustration at the lack of impetus to get jobs done, then there are times when the ammount... |
Update from the Field #1
Fiona Campbell is Friend of EduSport's sponsorship manager, and has also been heavily involved in delivering the IDEALS programme for UK Sport. Currently out in Zambia, Fiona brings us her first update from the field below... |
Development days
Want to know more about Friend of EduSport; what we do and how to get involved? We hold development days to welcome new volunteers to the charity and to explore existing and new projects. Our first Development Day was held in London in 2009,... |
Events Calendar
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Alex Danson
Name: Alex Danson Sport and Event: Hockey Occupation:Full Time athlete and SKY SPORTS Living for Sport Athlete Mentor Current Residence :Nottingham, England Home Town : Southampton Club/Sponsors: Reading / ADIDAS Career Highlights: Winning a bronze medal... |
Jess Fishlock
Name:
Jess Fishlock
Sport and Event:
Footballer
Occupation:
Footballer. Bristol Academy Women’s Football Club Ambassador
Home Town :
Cardiff, Wales
Club/Sponsors:
Bristol Academy WFC.
International Ach... |
Antonia van Deventer
Name:
Antonia van Deventer
Sport and Event:
Rowing: Women’s Single Scull
Date of Birth:
23rd July 1978
Current Residence :
Nottingham, England
Home Town :
Henley on Thames, UK
Club/Sponsors:
Zambia... |
Grace McCatty
Name:
Grace McCatty
Sport and Event:
Football (women’s)
Date of Birth:
28.09.1989
Home Town :
Gloucester, England
Club/Sponsor:
Bristol Academy WFC
Education:
University of Bath:... |
Ali Bell
Name:
Ali Bell
Sport and Event:
Hockey
Current Residence :
Stirling, Scotland
Club:
Grove‐Menzieshill Hockey Club.
Sponsor:
TK
Education:
BSc in Sports Management – University of E... |
Heather Stanning
Name:
Heather Stanning
Sport and Event:
Rowing
Current Residence :
Lossiemouth, Scotland
Club:
Army Rowing Club
Education:
Sports Technology BSc Bath University (04-07)
Occupation:
Army Officer
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Matt Smith
Name:
Matt Smith
Sport and Event:
Marathon Running
Date of Birth:
26.12.74
Current Residence :
Christhurch, New Zealand.
Home Town :
Surrey, England
Club/Sponsor:
Adidas
Education:... |
Sporting Inspirations
Dream, Believe, Achieve! Using sport to inspire is at the core of our work. We are delighted to announce ambassadors of our charity. If you would like to raise the profile of education and sport for development in some of the worlds poorest... |
Fiona Pennie
Name:
Fiona Pennie
Sport and Event:
Canoe Slalom. K1 & C1
Date of Birth:
09/11/1982
Current Residence :
Nottingham, England
Home Town :
Crieff, Perthshire, Scotland
Club:
C.R. CATS
Education:
BSc... |
Kelch Talks Empowerment
On a flying visit to the UK, former Friend of EduSport Intern, Kelvin ‘Kelch’ Chasauka, speaks to Go Sisters about empowerment, sporting heroes and the inspirational women in his life.
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Stan the Man
This is Stan Mponje - the latest community peer leader to receive his college fees through the Friend of EduSport s Dare 2 Dream programme. Elizabeth Johnson, student at University of St Andrews, tells... |
Introducing our new interns!
As we introduce our two new 'Dare2Dream' interns, we also celebrate the legacy of last year’s intern, Kelvin ‘Kelch’ Chasauka
Meet Fred Kangwa and Dinah ‘Toxie’ Mattakah –... |
Lyson Zulu - Finding Your Way
This week we congratulate Friend of EduSport board member Lyson Zulu on his graduation from Loughborough. He tells us his story…
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Memoirs from Zambia
UK Sport IDEALS volunteer Jordan Kenny tells us about his time in Zambia working at one of EduSport’s project sites, and draws parallels between Zambian society and our own.
“As part of Group 1 of this year’s... |
London to Paris - The Build Up!
A 14-strong group of FoE fundraisers will be cycling from London to Paris in September - we hear from 2 riders on their preparations for the big challenge!
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Go Sisters World Series
From Woman, For Woman, For Equality
This year we’ve already had 5 continents, 10 countries and over 1000 people register to take part to raise awareness of the issues and challenges of equity and equality for girls around the world... |
Go Sisters - Bauleni
Plans are afoot at Bauleni United Sports Academy (BUSA) - what do they have planned for the Go Sisters 2011 campaign?
International womens' day earlier this week marked the start of the Go Sisters World Series 2011. In... |
School Partnerships
Friend of Edusport has helped 3 UK schools forge links with counterparts in Zambia
Ratby in Leicester is now linked with Chawama SEE, while St Peters in Essex have partnered Mama Stellas.... |
Bauleni - Our 2010!
This year Bauleni United Sports Academy has made great progress in all areas of programme implementation and membership development. KK provides us with a comprehensive review of what they've been up to!
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Court in the Act
Spotlight on Kalingalinga’s new netball court- made possible by the hard work of two inspirational Friends of EduSport, Hayley Barr and Caitlin Thomson.
Caitlin and... |
Active in Education and Sport
In order to broaden the access to education and sport in Zambia, Friend Of EduSport are working with partners to ensure community schools have access to resources and opportunities that can compliment their very own sport and education... |
Library Project 2011
According to the World Health Organisation 29% of Zambian adults are illiterate and after a review of local schools in Lusaka, schools identified a lack of learning resources to enhance and breed a reading culture for increased learning... |
A Friend Indeed
My name is Sarah Chungu; I live in Lusaka, Zambia Chawama inparticular. I just graduated from high school.
I first started playing football when I was in grade six as a goal keeper, for Chawama EduSport later was selected to play for the EduSport... |
Sponsorship Success Story - Cezarin
Friend of EduSport have been supporting Cezarin since 2008 through our sponsorship programme. We have watched her grow as both a peer leader and a role model to other young women; for those fortunate to meet Cezarin her outgoing personality is one... |
FOE expands to serve Ngombe community
Friend of EduSport has gone a step further in supporting education in Zambia. Another under-privileged community has been identified by our partners on the ground to be included onto our sponsorship scheme in 2011.
From January we will provide... |
Chawama SEE Gets Media Attention
The Zambian government currently spends 136 times more money on every University student than on every Primary School student, making it hard for Primary schools to get anywhere near to the level of education they’d want to be able... |
Dare 2 Dream: Creating Opportunities and Producing Results
It was a proud day for Friend of EduSport when we celebrated our first college graduate under our Dare 2 Dream programme. Congratulations to Vincent Banda on receiving his Diploma in Public Administration!
Vincent was... |
KK Enrolls At UNZA
KK in action at BUSA
This week we would like to celebrate alongside our Zambian counterparts at the developments taking place in Lusaka thanks to the programme of study now... |
The Books Have Arrived!
After months of planning and weeks of shipment, the books have arrived and the Library Project is being implemented in Zambia. The first phase of the distribution plan is now complete, which has seen three communities... |
Room 2 Read
Room to Read On Monday 9th November Friend of EduSport, in partnership with the BUSA, EduSport Foundation and Kalingalinga EduSport, officially launched the Library Development project in Zambia. A shipment of 17,500 books, sport equipment and... |
Been there, done that...got the t-shirt!
The peer leaders from K-Town have produced a batch of Kalingalinga EduSport fundraising t-shirts, with the aim of raising enough money to send their volleyball and netball teams to a tournament in Livingstone in December.
The first batch have... |
To Spar...and Beyond!
It is around this time of year that reports begin to filter in, as IDEALS students deliver Edusport sessions in Zambia. In the following article, John Harrison records his experiences so far.
Thank goodness for the Spar shop. From the... |
Existing for Change
I initially met Toxy three weeks ago; I had arrived in Zambia the
previous day, and was suffering from a severe lack of gusto due to
sleep deprivation, and an eleven hour turbulence accosted British
Airways flight.
I had come to Zambia as... |
GO SISTERS WORLD SERIES
Go Sisters World Series 2009 took place on 9th May, and proved that the 'Go Sisters' movement is going from strength to strength. This year saw almost 500 participants, a considerable increase from last year's 100 participants!
Go... |
Vincent Mid-semester Report
MID- SEMESTER PROGRESS REPORT SEPTEMBER 2008:
Vincent Banda
Firstly I would like to thank all my sponsors for their contributions in allowing me to start my course at the National... |
Bestin Launches First Album
Bestin Phiri
Bestin Phiri has launched his first album with help from Friend of
EduSport. We provided Bestin a small loan as part of our Dare 2 Dream
scheme , he provided the talent and music. ... |
Go Sisters - Directors Congratulations
Dear Go Sisters,
Congratulations to everyone involved in yesterdays Go Sisters Events. From Zambia I visited Chawama's Go Sisters Leg in the morning where around 50 girls took part in games from 5 years to u18s.
Activities... |
Go Sisters World Series - Zambian Update
Hello Go Sisters members,
Greetings from Zambia, the real Africa.
Good
to hear from all of you about the world series. We had a wonderful time
in Zambia to see a good response from communities that participated in
the series. Derek Kier... |
Chawama SEE School
Chawama SEE (Sport and Educational Empowerment) School was founded in 2007 on the inspiration of 3 committed teachers. The school was initiated by a £500 ‘Dare 2 Dream’ grant when Friend Of EduSport was set up and it has experienced... |
Donated Strips Are Zambia Bound
Friend of EduSport would like to say a sincere thank you to Brian Hall who donated 2 sets of strips which have been sent to Zambia.
The strips were found in his loft following a London Football Team disolvement some 7 years ago, the... |
April brings a blooming sponsorship programme
Justin Lungu
It has been an exciting month for Friend of EduSport as we approach our anniversary of conception. Still in our first year with the article published in Friday's Glasgow... |
A new year and new sponsors
Dear Friends, It is close to the end of January and it’s been another busy month for us with 3 new sponsors coming on board. We would like to thank Brian & Linda Hall, Pardy and Sandy Kerr for their contributions and welcome them... |
Message from KK - Happy New Year!
Kalube Kangwa (KK)
Merry Christmas and happy new year 2008.
I would like to wish you all a very happy and caring merry christmas and developing new year 2008. Bauleni Youth Peer... |
Latest sponsorships
Nathana_Banda
We would like to thank our two newest sponsors for their kind donations. We can confirm that Susan & Nathan Banda have recived support with their education and have now returned to complete... |
KK joins the Friend of EduSport Team!
Welcome on board KK!
Just two days after Sharon Museke was introduced as our first employee, we have already doubled our staff base as Kaluba Kangwa of Bauleni joins our team. KK (as he likes to be known) adds experience, enthusiasm... |
Friend of EduSport first employee!
Friend of EduSport are delighted to announce their first employee in Chawama, Zambia. Sharon Museke has kindly been supported by one of our Scottish backers to ensure we can support her co-ordinator role within the Chawama district allowing... |
£900 funds PE programme
Over £900 was raised in 2006 which helped establish a PE program in Chawama community schools for three months.
Each week PE specialists worked with peer leaders to promote physical activity and educate young people... |
Merry Christmas from FoE!
Wishing all our friends a wonderful Christmas and very happy new year!
...and if you haven't yet had the chance, take a look out our Christmas newsletter here
All the best, Derek, Fiona, Rona, Emily, Lyson and Becky
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What Go Sisters means to me...by Fiona Campbell
Edinburgh Marathon
What does Go Sisters mean to Fiona, the girl who started the World Series?
It's the opportunity to change a life!
A young advocate in the making, Fiona Campbell made... |
Ann Stokes descibes our Library Project
Listen to Ann Stokes from St Johns School, Marlborough talking about the FoE Library Project to BBC Radio Wiltshire listeners. Ann has been great contributor to the project and describes its progress so far and where it is going next... |
What Go Sisters means to me.....by David Given
Since entering the world of Sport for Development and Peace in 2007 I have been fortunate to be involved, or to have witnessed a number of programmes, activities and organisations in various countries. Some were memorable and will always remain a... |
What Go Sisters means to me...by Charmaine Ayden
I’ve never been gifted at sport. Regretfully, I must confess that I was the unenthused girl that forged notes and complained of cramp to escape PE lessons. Frequently picked last for Hockey, Netball, Athletics (the list goes on), my coordination,... |
Olympic Flames
Join us in celebrating the recent achievements of our inspirational board members!
Friend of EduSport is beginning to make a name for itself, as demonstrated by some recent announcements!
Fiona Campbell, FoE founder,... |
It's Not About the Bike
Last month, 13 cyclists pedalled their way from London to Paris to raise funds for Friend of EduSport. Fiona Campbell tells their story
230 miles; 12 punctures; 2 new tyres; 43mph top speed by a smurf; Rona’s broken lace; 4 broken... |
And they're off!
At 7.15am this morning 13 FoE cyclists left Marble Arch in London - next stop, Arc de Triomphe, Paris!
News from the team is that they've... |
The 1,180ft High Club
Sophie and Maryam successfully ran up the 64-floor Al Mas
Tower in Dubai, fundraising lots for
FoE on the way!
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A Pennie for your thoughts?
GB Canoe team captain and Friend of EduSport Sporting Inspiration Fiona Pennie is currently in Bratislava preparing for the Canoe Slalom World Championships. Before she left, Becky Maybury caught up with her...
Waltham Abbey doesn’t... |
186 Miles on 2 Feet
Another fabulous supporter, another epic fundraiser - read on to find out how Rachael Melvin fared against the Pembrokeshire Coast Path...
On July 15th 2011 Ex-IDEALS student, Rachael Melvin, set out on a solo effort to tackle... |
The Sky’s the Limit
What an earth is motivating Sophie and Maryam to run up this tower?!
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Team FoE
Our Sporting Inspirations: who are they, and what are they up to?
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Zumba for Zambia update
Half way through the 8-week 'Zumba for Zambia' programme, how are our Stateside friends getting on?
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Yes, Minister!
FoE invited to the House of Commons
Last week was Small Charity week, and as the only current London-based Friend of EduSport board member, I was privileged to go and represent the charity at Westminster... |
A Marathon Effort
On Sunday 22nd May, the courageous (albeit slightly mad) group of Friend of EduSport devotees set out to complete the Edinburgh Marathon 2011. Varying in experience, the team included: Fiona Campbell, Rona McIntosh, Clare Farr... |
Zumba for Zambia
Fundraising support from our Transatlantic Friends!
It’s great to see the impact Friend of EduSport is having around the globe. We’ve recently heard about the efforts of a group of enterprising students from North Kingstown... |
Umutima 2015
On Wednesday 1st May Friend of EduSport will join over 100 young people at Umutima 2015 to inspire development and encourage the next generation to invest in positive development. As advocates for Millennium Development Goal 3 - Equality... |
The Mad Month of May
FoE is the frontrunner when it comes to fundraising challenges!
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Go Sisters LDN
The Go Sisters World Series continues around the globe with a mixed sports event in London
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Go Sisters Down Under!
Joanna Jamieson tells us how the Go Sisters do it, Aussie style
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Development In Numbers
5th April was the date for the first fundraising prize bingo of this year. Held in Grangemouth's Mahratta Inn, the event was, as always, beautifully choreographed by the now familiar Bingo Babes. The evening held a few surprise guests... |
Marathon Fundraiser
We've heard a lot about the London marathon today - but how about a fencing marathon?!
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IDEALS induction 2011
Most students spend their Easter holidays relaxing before the impending doom of exams - but not IDEALS students!
Last weekend the lucky students chosen to participate in the 6th IDEALS programme in Zambia met in Durham for their induction... |
Howdy Partner!
It is with great excitement that Friend of EduSport announces a new partnership with Kenyan NGO Angaza!
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Brownies Support World Series
The Go Sisters World Series 2011 is well underway! Read on to find out an event held by 1st Polmont Brownies.
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Go Sisters World Series - Zumba for Zambia (American Leg)
"We first learned about the efforts of Friend of EduSport organisation from Derek Keir, cofounder of the Friend of EduSport Charity, as he passed through our hometown during his Pedal Pilgrimage across America. After learning about the work that... |
Girls that Change the World
Girls that change the world?
Our Mums, Our Sisters, Our Grans and our Girlfriends,
‘Go Sisters World Series’ is a highly successful way to promote the empowerment of woman and girls through sport... |
Go Sisters World Series
The Go Sisters World Series offers a sporting platform to participate and raise awareness of gender equality and female empowerment. It is offered by Friend of EduSport, a registered charity providing educational and sporting opportunities for young... |
Vacancies: Positions Available
Media and Communications Officer (1hour per week)
Increase our media profile. Ensure timely and accurate reporting on all our events and project developments.
Administrator (1hour per week)
We require support within the... |
Annual Zambia Ball 2011
Tickets are on sale for the inaugural Zambian ball 2011 in Durham. Get yours now!
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to catch up with students and staff from previous years... |
Going the Extra Mile
Our hugest support and respect to the brave runners who have signed up to represent FOE in the Edinburgh Marathon dream team on 22 May 2011!
The nutty nine who have committed... |
Fundraising Lightbulbs from FoE America
Hello Friends of EduSport
Happy new year from Friend's of EduSport in America!
Here's a list of fund raising events that have been successful for us over the years:
All sorts of adult/children's soiree's/cocktail parties/dinner... |
New Year, New Challenge, Live ouside the box.
Happy new year from each of us at Friend Of EduSport. 2010 was an incredible year as we reached over 100 friends at our new Development Days that resulted in an incredible amount of support through fundraisers and new record visitors to our website... |
Vacancy: Sponsorship Coordinator
Over the past 3 years Friend Of EduSport sponsorship programme has grown from strength to strength with considerable support from our network of sponsors. With an increase in communities we support their is added pressure to find new sponsors who... |
Snowed-in Successes!
It’s been an eventful week for Friend of EduSport. Firstly we would like to congratulate our Director, Derek Keir, for winning a Shell Live Wire grant (http://www.shell-livewire.org/) to host a conference on ‘Inspiring Development’... |
WAD2010 : Progress Through Global Partnerships
Today is World AIDS Day; to mark this day we are announcing our partnership with Alive & Kicking. Only through global partnerships will progress be made against the devastating effects of the HIV virus. While it is estimated that 33.4million... |
Emily in Zambia
In August Emily Reynolds (charity Trustee) returned to Zambia to visit our projects and see old friends. Emily first went to Zambia as part of UK Sport's IDEALS project in its innaugral year, 2007. The trip was to change her sights for the future and... |
World of Difference
Fancy spending two months developing FoE projects...and getting paid for it? Read on!
The Vodafone Foundation is offering funding for 500 successful applicants to spend two months working for a UK-based charity. Guess what?... |
Stirling Development Day
A chance to make your difference at Friend Of EduSport Development Day
On Saturday 12th February 2011 you are invited to a Friend Of EduSport Development Day at the University of Stirling, 12pm – 4pm.
The purpose behind this... |
Reflecting Upon Infinity: Dreams aren’t just for dreamers
On June 29th 2010 after working my month's notice I set off cycling from Washington DC on roads I didn’t know, and with a destination I had not yet decided upon. A pilgrimage, as it became known, is described as a long journey... |
Stirling Rocks for Zambia
Friend of EduSport Co Founder Fiona Campbell was part of a UK Sport IDEALS project that hosted a Ceilidh for the first time in 2006. Five years later and it is evident that the UK Sport IDEALS project has created a lasting legacy! Students from Stirling... |
Getting In the spirit of Halloween!
Eilidh’s 4th Annual Halloween party once again took over Falkirk Rugby Club with decorations that rivaled the varied ghoulish costumes. A classic moment from the night was the sight of a (male) Marylyn Monroe frolicking with a Tommy Sheridan... |
No Half Measures
Whether you're aiming for the London 2012 squad, or find running for the bus a bit of an effort, FoE wants you to run a half marathon with us! March 6th 2011 sees the city of Bath host it's 30th annual half marathon - and Friend of EduSport have a... |
Fundraising Stars
This year has seen significant fundraising efforts from around the UK. Let's find out a bit more about them...
Lauren Holden organised an 80s themed disco (see picture) at Falkirk Rugby Club which raised a whopping £780 from around... |
Autumn in Bath | FoE Development Day
Bath University provided a scenic setting for the third FOE Development Day on Saturday 16 October.
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Unsung Heroes
For the past 4 years volunteers have contributed to make an overwhelming difference in the lives of the young people we support in Zambia and the projects that they work on. With selfless commitment and a passion to make a difference Friend... |
Falkirk's Football Force
The first football game to take place in aid of supporting projects in Zambia actually precedes Friend of EduSport as a recognised organisation. Back in June 2006 Derek Keir gathered together friends and family to host a game that has now developed... |
Ultramarathon: June 26th Afterthoughts
26th June 9.00am : I am about to attempt to run further than I
Keeping fluids up
have ever
done before in my life accompanied by my wonderful supportive girlfriend
Kelly Gregory by bike. We... |
Chopping the Dreadlock Fundraiser by Rasta Fairy
Back in June just as the summer was starting one of our supporters was considering something other than what the long days of summer would hold or which holiday choice she should make. She was contemplating her dread locks, their past,... |
Tall Tales from Everest
Bex Maybury tells us about her fundraising trek to Everest Base Camp, Nepal
When my graduate scheme employers announced that I was to be granted a 3-month placement in India, I was immediately attracted to the opportunity this... |
Volunteer Week 2010
The UK's Annual Celebration of Volunteering: National Volunteer Week, 1-7 June 2010
Commit this week to make difference; pledge to support us! Here are some ideas:
Sign up for an event; Justgiving pages make it simple... |
Go Sisters World Series London 2010
The Go Sisters World Series 2010 London leg took place on Saturday 15th May.
Tournament organiser Emily Reynolds tells us about the event.
It was an early start for some, as the day began with... |
Premier Legal Sports Event Supports Friend of Edusport Charity
Lawyers and law students from across the North enjoyed the sun yet
again at the fifth annual Legal Sports Day held by The College of Law
in York on Saturday 24 April, with a record 32 teams competing in
netball, football and rugby competitions.
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Coming Events Calendar
Check out our fundraising events calendar below:
Month
Date
Event
Location
Target
Contact
April
13th
Charity Bingo
Grangemouth, Falkirk
£250
Morag Campbel... |
Praise for our Fundraisers!
Friend of EduSport signed up for a Just Giving page just under 12 months ago and we have
been delighted to see a range of events taking place around the country
to support our projects in Zambia.
This month saw Becky Maybury complete... |
2 Girls, 2 Bikes
Friend of Edusport's Fiona Campbell tells us about her Lusaka-Livingstone cycling fundraiser.
Dear Friends,
We would again like to thank you for your support for our challenge;... |
Laughing all the way to Livingstone
FOE's latest fundraiser sees Fiona Campbell and Clare Farrow attempting to cycle the 500km from Zambia's capital, Lusaka, to Livingstone in... |
Sponsorship Update
As exam period gets underway in Zambia and schools prepare to close for the end of the year it is time for me as sponsorship manager to reflect on another successful year. I have once again been reminded how important education is in defining future... |
FOE Development Day
Saturday 10th October 2009 saw the first ever FOE development day in Westminster (London), which saw volunteers old and new work together to create a vision for the future of the charity.
The half-day forum comprised a mix of guest speakers,... |
EduSport Library Project
Friday 2nd October saw FOE ship out 17,500 books to enhance and establish at least ten libraries in Zambia.
At 3.30pm at the Big Yellow Storage Company in Swindon, England, a container was filled by young leaders from St Johns School,... |
Bingo Babes coin it in for charities
Eyes down to raise some cash.
Numbers Game
Bingo Babes Beth McKenzíe, Moira Ure, Sheíla Robertson and Agnes Jarvie raise £10,000 a year
They call the numbers to coin ín the... |
International Call-up for FOE's Lyson
Friend of Edusport's very own Lyson Zulu has received his first international cap, representing Zambia against Ghana in London.
Kalingalinga-born Lyson is currently studying in the UK on a sports scholarship,... |
Friend of EduSport Receives Parliamentary Boost
The current economic situation has not been affecting donations to Friend of EduSport, as a recent number of lump-sums have been gratefully received. Trustee Rona McIntosh is to thank for sourcing a couple of valuable donors to the EduSport programme... |
DEREK'S HUNDRED MILE MONSTER
At 12pm on Friday the 19th June Eamon Chapman and Derek Keir set off from Hammersmith in London aiming for Bath. The sun was out broken by a few clouds and the first 5 minutes were definitely 300 of the trickiest seconds either of us were to endure... |
EAMON CHAPMANS ULTRA MONSTER MARATHON
Derek & co 100mile Ultra/Monster Marathon. 19-20th June 2009
My name is Eamonn Chapman I’m from Ireland but I have lived in Sheffield for the last 4years I am a sporty guy I love football and have played for a number of teams in Yorkshire... |
AMY AND EMILY RUN FOR ZAMBIA
Huge congratulations go to Amy Dyer and Emily Creek, who completed the 2009 London Marathon for Friend of EduSport! Both runners are former IDEALS students, once again cementing the link between the IDEALS Alumni and Friend of EduSport.... |
IDEALS Alumni making a difference
From June to August 2008, the third group of IDEALS students took up their placements in Zambia. IDEALS (International Development through Excellence and Leadership in Sport) is an initiative that fits under UK Sport's International Development... |
FUNDRAISING THANKS
Thank you very much to everyone for the kind donations over the festive season to enable us to continue our on going help and support for Chawama See School and the peer leaders that we sponsor within the compounds of Lusaka.
Donations came in... |
Go Sisters!!
What is Go Sisters?
Go Sisters is a highly successful ‘girls empowerment through sport’ programme in Zambia. It is organised by the EduSport Foundation , a non-government organisation. Go Sisters has been... |
WELL DONE, EILIDH
Eilidh Grant raised more than £500 for the charity by organising a highly successful Hallowe'en disco complete with guests in fancy dress outfits, at Falkirk Rugby Club, on 1 November.
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FUNDRAISING PRIZE BINGO
SUCCESSFUL PRIZE BINGO HELD ON 14 OCTOBER 2008 PRIZE BINGO RAISES MONEY FOR FRIEND OF EDUSPORT
Tuesday 14 October was the charity's first ever PRIZE BINGO, hosted by Grangemouth Rangers Supporters Club. The evening was a huge success... |
Dare 2 Dream is Launched!!
‘Dare 2 Dream’ Is Launched!!
Our sponsorship programme has now provided over 40 young peers with the opportunity to complete high school and that number is growing however, many of our peer leaders and... |
GoSisters charity match
The Go Sisters Charity Match in Barnet, North London, on 9 Aug 08 was played in pouring rain but this did not dampen the spirits of the girls (and boys). Both teams put on a show of silky skills despite the conditions giving the crowd much to cheer... |
Fiona Steps Down as Director
In light of changes to my professional capacity since I have started my
work for UK Sport and to allow for growth and expansion of Friend of
EduSport to meet its aims I have decided to step down as Director. The
Friend of EduSport Board of... |
Congratulations to our Edinburgh Marathon Runners!
We would like to congratulate our FoE runners that took part in the 2008 Albert Bartlett Edinburgh Marathon and Chevrolet Team Relay . 3 teams completed the marathon distance on a cold crisp day in edinburgh.
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Update from the Director - May 2008
A word from the Director: As we go into our 4th Annual Friend Of EduSport Charity Football match this week, growth is the word being talked about most. In the last week Friend Of EduSport have secured a partnership with the Big Yellow Storage... |
Sunday 18th May FoE vs Dukla Pumpherston.
Friend Of EduSport AllStars 1 - 0 Dukla Pumpherston
Friend of EduSport's 4th Annual fundraiser game hit new heights as they took on former favourites of Dukla Pumpherston at East Stirlingshire's Firs Park stadium!
On a warm may... |
Book Drive Update - May 2008
Things are moving at an amazing pace with obtaining and processing the books for the new library. On Tuesday 30th April the first consignment of books were sent to The Big Yellow Storage Company at Greenbridge in Swindon who have generously offered free... |
London Marathon Success - well done Amy
A huge well done and congratulations to Amy Dyer who completed the London Marathon in an impressive 5hours 1 minute. Amy was raising awareness and funds for Friend of EduSport, we hope to have a finalised total shortly. Amy was involved in the... |
In the press
Sport changing lives in Africa and beyond Derek Keir can pinpoint the moment when he realised the potential of his aspirations. Sitting surrounded by a group of troubled young men from Stirling, the 26-year-old watched, transfixed, as they held hands... |
Pardy Still Smiling After 13 miles!
Pardy streaks ahead
The Bath Half Marathon which took place on the 16th March brought together thousands of people from all over the UK who set themselves a huge challenge of running for... |
Chawama SEE: Support Required
I thought it was about time to introduce myself to the Friend of EduSport website. As a little bit of background, I first visited Chawama in 2007 to work as part of the IDEALS programme and loved every minute of it. The generosity and support... |
Awareness Workshops
Over 270 people took part in Friend Of EduSports November Awareness workshops. Peer Leaders from Falkirk Council Straightalk, Bankier Primary School and Stirling Councils Street Sport projects enjoyed workshops led by Derek Keir and Lyson Zulu... |
Poverty Preventing Presents Success
Thanks to all those who bought our 'Poverty Preventing Presents', we have managed to purchase 5 footballs and 1 netball for communities in Lusaka. Also a set of workbooks were donated which will be given to Bauleni United Football Team to ensure... |
Grangemouth Job Centre Raises £152
A big thank you to all the staff at Grangemouth Job Centre who gave generously when they opted to give a donation to Friend of EduSport rather than send Christmas Cards to other office staff. The effort was directed by Joyce Campbell, supporter... |
Ceilidh Success - £750 to fund new projects
The Ceilidh venue
A cold wintry Scottish eve prevailed but still the men braved the weather with kilts on show in impressive numbers. Close to 250 people attended the evening and Stirling County Rugby... |
A further 2 peer leaders back to school
A further 2 sponsors have successfully guarenteed the return to school for another 2 peer leaders in January. Jackie from New Zealand and Marian from Scotland have sponsored Peter Nyirenda... |
Friend of EduSport gains charity status!
We are delighted to report that this week we received official notification that we have successfully fulfilled the criteria of the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator and can now be considered an 'registered chairty'. Our charity number... |
Brownies Raise £90
1st Polmont Brownies held an African themed fundraising evening this week on behalf of Friend of EduSport and raised an impressive £90.
The fundraising event contained Zambian games, getting dressed up in African fabric, a 'Bring and Buy... |
University scolarship for peer leader
EduSport Peer leader, Lyson Zulu, gains scholarship for Bath University.
Lyson Zulu
Bath University have awarded an EduSport peer leader, Lyson... |
Young Scot Action Fund gives £250 grant.
We are pleased to announce that the charity has recently received a £250 grant from the Young Scot Action Fund to help with the charity's projects. The Young Scot Action Fund distributes small grants, up to £200 for individuals... |
2006 Football raises £900 - June 06
The 2006 Friend Of EduSport Charity Football Match raised £900 to support the development of Education through Sport in Chawama Community, Lusaka. ... |
Annual Football Match - June 07
Everyone is a winner
The annual Friend Of EduSport Football Match was held at the BP Refinery, Grangemouth, Scotland in June 2007.
£650 was raised. The final score was 6-7... |
Charity wins 4Front award
One of our directors, Fiona Campbell, was the winner of one of the 4Front Awards for Outstanding Achievement from Camelot Foundation.
The charity received the award to assist with the development of peer leaders in Lusaka... |
Sports equipment donated - Feb 07
Donated equipment
Friend Of EduSport donated 9 boxes of sports equipment to our partners, EduSport, to support their programmes across Zambia.
The local children were very excited when they started... |
New school commitment - April 07
Friend Of EduSport has committed to develop a new school in Chawama community compound. We are currently setting up links between UK schools and our sponsored school in Zambia in order to raise awareness of global... |
11 Leaders sponsored - Feb 07
Using the proceeds of your donations in our inaugural year (2006), Friend Of EduSport has recently sponsored 11 peer leaders to return to school in Chawama Community Compound, Lusaka. See our projects for more details. The ... |
Charity Status - May 07
Following on from the success of our early fundraising and sponsorship activities we are now taking the organisation to the next level of development. So, Friend Of EduSport has applied for full Charity Status with the Charity Commission and... |
Marlon Mumbi
My full names are Marlon .B. Mumbi, born on the 07-10-76. I finished my secondary school 1996 at Linda secondary school in Livingstone, went to college from 1999 to 2001 at Evelyn Hone College of Applied Arts and Commerce, did Project Planning and... |
Dept for Int Development
International
links can be a powerful way to support the global dimension across the
curriculum, bringing the issues to life for students in both countries.
One of the main aims of the DfES International Strategy is to enable
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Young people are taking positive actions to re-construct their local communities in order to improve the quality of their lives
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Brady & Khan
Adolescence is a period marked by creativity, energy and resilience
which if properly tapped, can lay the foundation for a healthy future
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Zambian Proverb
Once there was a little boy who was walking down the beach. On that
particular day there were thousands of little star fishes thrown up on
the sandy beach at the high tide line. The little boy decided to start
throwing the little fishes back into the ocean... |
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Sport has the power to change the world, the power to inspire, the power
to unite people in a way that little else can...sport can create
hope...it is an instrument for peace.
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Sponsor a Peer Leader
Supporting a peer leader through Friend Of EduSport is helping young volunteers in Zambia achieve greater results in their schooling. All you need to do to become a sponsor is select your payment method below for £5/month you can... |
Sponsor a Teacher
Step1 : Choose to sponsor a teacher (£10/month)
Step 2: Click on a sponsorship payment option (see below to set up a standing order)
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Sponsor a Coordinator
Step1 : Choose to sponsor a community coordinator (£10/month)
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Sponsor Dare to Dream
Dare to Dream supports peer leaders graduating from school, committed to volunteering but requireing a bit of support with their dreams. Friend Of EduSport provide Dare to Dream funding for young people committed to setting a positive example to their... |
Groovy Granny - Go Sisters Norway
Meet Aslaug Helegesen - at 85, she is bringing inspiration and innovation to our Go Sister World Series network?
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
2008 has been a fantastic year of developments for Friend Of EduSport with support arriving from all over the UK, USA and New Zealand. Our achievements to date include sponsoring 42 peer leaders back to school,supporting two regional coordinators... |
First impressions by Lyson Zulu
Unlike Zambian school life, the school life here in England seems to be different in the way everything is done. This is a conducive place for learning in that it is easy here to study because there are no bars that make a lot of noise, like in the... |
Jacqueline Chola,15 : Success story
Sponsored by: Alan & Marion from Scotland
Youth Peer leader for EduSport Jacqueline Chola wants to be a Journalist.
When Friend Of EduSport visited Chawama Community in 2007 to support a peer leader training initiative... |
Project Monitoring & Evaluation
Monitoring and EvaluationOur Zambian based staff work closely with our sponsored peers on a regular basis and visit our projects in schools regularly using a variety of methods, such as examination results and interviews with students and teachers to... |
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What Go Sisters means to me...by Charmaine Ayden
I’ve never been gifted at sport. Regretfully, I must confess that I was the unenthused girl that forged notes and complained of cramp to escape PE lessons. Frequently picked last for Hockey, Netball, Athletics (the list goes on), my coordination,... |
Get Involved
At Friend of EduSport we aim to educate, empower and inspire everyone that is interested in our work. There are five easy ways to participate in our development and contribute to our work.
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We have some fantastic partners involved with our charity, but we
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How to Sponsor
Step1 : Choose to sponsor a peer leader (£5/month) or a teacher/community coordinator (£10/month)
Step 2: Click on a sponsorship payment option (see below to set up a standing order)
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Volunteer
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ORGANISING YOUR OWN EVENT – 10 STEPS TO SUCCESS.
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Go Sisters World Series
What is the Go Sisters World Series?
‘Go Sisters World Series’ is the signature event of Friend Of EduSport and it is a highly successful way to promote female participation and empowerment of girls through sport.The 'Go Sisters... |
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Sponsor a Peer Leader.
Just £5 a month will allow a peer leader to attend a registered secondary school and sit national exams. You can pay monthly by Direct Debit or alternatively in a one off payment... |
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Happy new year from Friend's of EduSport in America!
Here's a list of fund raising events that have been successful for us over the years:
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Our Projects
Friend of EduSport support locally driven projects to ensure the long lasting sustainability of each effort but also to ensure that development comes from within. In 2009 we facilitated the delivery of 17,500 books as an outcome to a Friend of EduSport... |
Concept of Education and Sport
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In order to broaden the access to education and sport in Zambia, Friend Of EduSport are working with partners to ensure community schools... |
Library Project and Book Drives
According to the World Health Organisation 29% of Zambian adults are illiterate and with many community based schools lacking resources to enhance and breed a reading culture it was identified in a study of local schools that library... |
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Classroom coaching
On January 4 2007, International Development Secretary, Hilary Benn, and Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, launched the “World Classroom” , a publication... |
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Profile of an Edusport Peer: Peter Chileshie
Edusport peer leader Peter Chileshie (19) tells us a bit about his life in the following paragraphs:
“ My name is Peter Chileshie and I'm 19. I am one of seven children- four boys, three girls. I'm a twin with a girl... |
Thomas Musati (Born 17th July, 1988)
Hopes to go to college or university.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION : Certificate(s) Primary, Junior, High Sch (‘O’ Levels)
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND :
Primary: Lusaka boys and Vera Chiluba (1994-2001)
Junior... |
Isaac Kazanda ( Born 7th March 1990)
I am Isaac Kazanda aged 18 years old and I am a Zambian citizen. I am second born in a family of 6, there are 5 boys and 1 girl in my family. I am doing my final year of school at Lusaka High School. I am also a peer leader at Kalingalinga... |
Lazerous C Kachasa (Born 20th December 1990)
Sponsored by: Iain Lindsay
I am third born in the family of five, 3 boys and 2 boys. My mother died 8 years ago and we are just with my father who retired from work.
I am in grade 11 and a peer leader of Kalingalinga... |
Gloria Chichi Kunda ( Born 14th September 1994)
Sponsored by: Jones-Campbells from New Zealand.
My name is Gloria Chichi Kunda, I am 13 years old and will be turning 14 in September. I am doing my 7th grade at Kalingalinga Middle Basic School. My sports are volleyball and netball... |
Patience Mitutu (Born 20th October 1989)
I am coming from a family of six, five boys and I am the only girl. I’m a single orphan, my mother died when I was about to write my exams in 2004.
The person who introduced me to this club was Lyson Zulu and then its when I... |
Cezarin Phiri ( Born 23rd June 1991 )
My name is Cezarin, I am doing my grade 12 at Munali Girls High School. I play basketball at school and tennis. I also like to play netball, football and I am a peer leader at Kalingalinga where I coach netball and football. I come from... |
Dinah Mattakah (Toxie: Born 27th June 1984)
I am Dinah, I am fourth born in a family of five. I completed high school in 2003 with fair results. My hobbies are dancing, interacting with people, adventure, gardening, acting/drama and laundry.
I am fortunate because I have... |
Jack Malambo
My name is Jack and I am one of the teachers at CSEE. As a new school we face many challenges but we already have 60 childern learning from us and we have recently become a registered school in Lusaka with the Government offices.
I... |
Beaulty Mulenga
I started Edusport in the year 2005 after participating in the Kids and have Funny Activities that were organized by my team now; we had a good time learning and playing sport of my choice football in particular. I love my group and I will continue... |
Sarah Katete
Sponsored by: Marion McIntosh from Scotland.
My name is Sarah Katete I am doing my Edusports activities with Edusports Bauleni. I started Edusport in the 2004 with my sisters and brothers due to the way we see them organize and play fun and... |
Chimwemwe Kayuni
My Name is Chimwemwe Kayuni aged 14 years old and I joined Edusport in 2004 when I was just playing our famous chimpombwe kids games at school organized by our community leader and coordinator of EduSport Bauleni activities. I like playing football so... |
Peter Nyrienda
Sponsored by Marian from Scotland
My name is Peter Nyirenda doing edusport activities in Bauleni community. I joined Edusport in the year 2003 with my friends whom we are still doing our youth peer leader work in our community. I... |
Justin Lungu
Hello I am Justin, I am a teacher at Chawama Sport and Educational Empowerment School in Lusaka. I was one of the teachers responsible for setting up the school to help the vulnerable and orphaned childern in our community of which there are many... |
Samuel Zulu
Sponsored by: Linda & Brian from England.
I started Edusport Foundation in the year 20002 and am now a qualified youth peer leader and coach who is doing fine in football coaching and volleyble.Iam coming from a family of 10.I love playing... |
Rabbeca Nanfukwe
Sponsored by: Jackie Cooper from New Zealand
I am Rebecca Nanfukwe doing my fourth year with Edusport Bauleni. I am doing my grade nine next year at the school above. I play football mostly and I also like to play netball. Football is my main sport... |
Richard Sakala
I am Richard Sakala born from a family of eight children. My family lives within the circles of Bauleni community and we are members of Edusport as a family because they have been helpful and caring to our lives in so many ways like sports and life... |
Chileshe Mulenga
Sponsored by: Pardy from England.
My name is Chileshe Mulenga. I started playing football in the year 2003 for Bauleni Edusport and am doing my best in upgrading my talent. I then, started Edusport programs from the football and games we were playing... |
University scolarship for peer leader
EduSport Peer leader, Lyson Zulu, gains scholarship for Bath University.
Bath University have awarded an EduSport peer leader, Lyson Zulu, a scholarship to begin his studies in England this month. We have pledged £500 towards £2000... |
Sharon Museke
Sharon Museke has been supported by one of our Scottish backers to ensure we can support her co-ordinator role within the Chawama district allowing the peer leaders to have continual support.
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Sarah Chungu
Sponsored by: Clare Farrow, England
Newly sponsored peer leader, July 2007. Gifted football goal keeper and general sports person. A confident young lady who works hard at school and in her community.
She has recently changed school... |
Rodgers Sichilima, 20
Sponsored by: Aysha from Scotland.
"I was born on 6th November, 1986. I am in the family of 4 and I am the second born. I was trained as EduSport peer coach in the year 2005. I play football and Basketball.
My hobbies... |
Nisha Shamende
Sponsored by: Marion McIntosh from Scotland.
My name is Nisha Shamende playing football as my main sport. Netball and athletics are my later discovered talents. I am coming from a family of nine children of which I am the fifth (5). I started... |
Nathana Banda
Sponsored by: Ross in Scotland.
I am Nathan Banda coming from a family of 6 people and I am currently doing my grade eleven at kabolunga Basic school. I was born on 12th October 1989 in Lusaka rural thus in Chifwema district. I like and love... |
Twanke Chirwa,15
Sponsored by: Dale in the USA
Twanke comes from Bauleni. She has only a mother and started with EduSport in 2001.
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Agnes Mwanza,16
Sponsored by: Dale in the USA
Agnes lives in Bauleni in a single-parent family as her mother is dead. She started with EduSport on 2000
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Abel Kangwa,15
Sponsored by: Dale in the USA
Abel comes from Bauleni. She has only a mother and started with EduSport in 2002.
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Miracle Sakala,
Sponsored by: Tom & Hazel from Scotland
"I come from a family of 8 and I am number two. I am a single orphan and I live in Kuomboka, Chawama. My mother she is alive and my father passed away about 10 years ago... |
Daspar Mweemba, 19
Sponsored by: by Sanny & Sue from England.
"I am a boy age 19. I live in Chawama. I am the last born in the family of (5) five. I am a half orphaned. I sat for the grade seven exams in 2001 to go to grade eight... |
Patricia Sakala, 18
Sponsored by: Joyce from Scotland. "I am the first born in a family of two. Both of us are female. I stay in Chawama with my mother. My tribe is Chewa from eastern province of Zambia. I have been trained as a peer leader by EduSport four years... |
Harriet Michello, 15
Sponsored by: John from Scotland.
"I am 15 years old and come from a family of five. I have three brothers and one sister. I stay with my mother and my step father. My biological Father died 11 years ago. Since then I have been... |
Alice Nalupya, 18
Sponsored by: Anne from Germany,
"I am a girl aged 18 years. I live in Chawama. I am the second born in the family of six. There are three girls and three boys. I sat for grade seven exams in 2003 and I passed to go to grade eight... |
Renato Mumba, 20
Sponsored by: Lynne from Scotland "I am Renato Mumba, a boy aged 20. I have lived in Chawama at house number148/03. I am the second born in a family of six. There are two boys and four girls. I did my grade nine in 2005 but I was unable... |
Jacqueline Chola,15
Sponsored by: Alan & Marion from Scotland
Youth Peer leader for EduSport Jacqueline Chola wants to be a Journalist.
When Friend Of EduSport visited Chawama Community in 2007 to support a peer leader training initiative... |
Chibesa Lufungolo
Sponsored by: Mr Kerr from Scotland.
I am Chibesa Lufungulo doing my grade ten (10) at Kwacha Basic School. I am an orphan who is staying with my late dad neice and we haven’t had a good time but we struggle to pull through. I am... |
Evelyn Liyanda, 16
Sponsored by: Eamon from Ireland.
footballing skills during her involvment with EduSport and has now changed to basketball
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Kaluba Kangwa, 27
" Occupation: student/community development cordinator (Edusport)/Director (Bauleni United Sports Academy)
"I am the one resposible to organise all the peers in my community,develop their skills from player to leader/coach. Design... |
Susan Banda, 17
Sponsored by: Sarah from England. I am a girl child aged 17. I started in EduSport in 2004, I play football. I was attending the Moucca Community School then I now go to Munali Girls School. I am kept by my uncle." Susan is one of seven... |
Matthews Mulaba, 19
Sponsored by: Helen from Scotland.
Grade , Cobet Community School.
Matthew has gained places in both his school and Chawama football team.
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Morgan Banda, 17
Morgan Banda is 17.
Sponsored by: Alan from Scotland.
By 2003 he had lost both parents and life was not easy for him and his brothers.
His grandmother could not afford to send him and his brothers... |
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Online Donations - Frequently Asked Questions It is safe to donate on-line. If you have concerns about donating on-line please read on for more information. Is it safe to donate online? The Charity Choice online donations service is... |
A Pennie for your thoughts?
GB Canoe team captain and Friend of EduSport Sporting Inspiration Fiona
Pennie is currently in Bratislava preparing for the Canoe Slalom World
Championships. Before she left, Becky Maybury caught up with her...
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Sponsor a Peer Leader
We have many children and projects that desperately need help and
sponsorship. Some are shown below where we have profiles of the
individuals.
Even if there are none shown below we still need sponsors for our many causes.
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Volunteering
You can help the charity by volunteering your skills and time to help the charity realise its goals.
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If you are raising funds on behalf of Friend of
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To help you decide how best to support the youth of Zambia we have set up a number of programmes where your support will make a huge difference. Make a donation. Adopt a Project: (Link to “Adopt a project” page, peer leader sponsorship... |
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Sponsor a Peer Leader
Supporting a peer leader through Friend Of EduSport is helping young volunteers in Zambia achieve greater results in their schooling. All you need to do to become a sponsor is select your payment method below for £5/month you can... |
Sponsor a Teacher
Step1 : Choose to sponsor a teacher (£10/month)
Step 2: Click on a sponsorship payment option (see below to set up a standing order)
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Sponsor a Coordinator
Step1 : Choose to sponsor a community coordinator (£10/month)
Step 2: Click on a sponsorship payment option (see below to set up a standing order)
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Sponsor Dare to Dream
Dare to Dream supports peer leaders graduating from school, committed to volunteering but requireing a bit of support with their dreams. Friend Of EduSport provide Dare to Dream funding for young people committed to setting a positive example to their... |
| Events |
Events Calendar
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Development days
Want to know more about Friend of EduSport; what we do and how to get involved? We hold development days to welcome new volunteers to the charity and to explore existing and new projects. Our first Development Day was held in London in 2009,... |
Go Sisters World Series
What is the Go Sisters World Series?
‘Go Sisters World Series’ is the signature event of Friend Of EduSport and it is a highly successful way to promote female participation and empowerment of girls through sport.The 'Go Sisters... |
Go Sisters Work Series 2012
Do you have a passion for sport?
Do you want to make a difference?
Can you help get more girls, more active?
Are you an experienced activity leader or would you like to be?
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| Projects |
Chawama SEE
Chawama SEE (Sport and Educational Empowerment) School was founded in 2007 on the inspiration of 3 committed teachers. The school was initiated by a £500 ‘Dare 2 Dream’ grant when Friend Of EduSport was set up and it has experienced... |
Library Development
According to the World Health Organisation 29% of Zambian adults are illiterate and with many community based schools lacking resources to enhance and breed a reading culture it was identified in a study of local schools that library... |
Link your school
Classroom coaching
On January 4 2007, International Development Secretary, Hilary Benn, and Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, launched the “World Classroom” , a publication... |
Sport for Development
What is the Go Sisters World Series?
‘Go Sisters World Series’ is the signature event of Friend Of EduSport and it is a highly successful way to promote female participation and empowerment of girls through sport.The 'Go Sisters... |
| News |
| Charity news: Zambia |
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Contact us
Write to us at:
12 Lawers Crescent,
Polmont,
Falkirk,
Scotland
UK
FK2 0RQ
If you have any questions or comments please do email us at info@friendofedusport.org.
You can... |
Sport Inspirations
Dream, Believe, Achieve! Using sport to inspire is at the core of our work. We are delighted to announce ambassadors of our charity. If you would like to raise the profile of education and sport for development in some of the worlds poorest... |
Sport has the power to change the world, the power to inspire, the power
to unite people in a way that little else can...sport can create
hope...it is an instrument for peace.
