At Coaches Across Continents, we believe our most important work is empowering communities to understand the challenges they face and giving them the tools to create their own solutions. This past Saturday, March 23rd, we had the privilege of doing exactly that in Mahembe village. It was a bright and […]
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My Health My Rights is a transformative campaign whose mission is to create a global alliance of active citizens and communities by building the capacity of partner organizations and coaches around the globe in advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) within their communities. In the last three years, […]
On the 6th of January, 2024, CAC Satellite Manager, Salim Twaha Blanden set off on a brief journey to Rwanda, marking his second visit to this captivating country. Rwanda holds a special place in his heart, chiefly for its pristine capital city, Kigali, and the enduring lushness of its landscapes. […]
In my previous blog, one of my reflective thoughts was that ‘gender equality’ should not be about comparing between genders but understanding gender differences and being accepting of them. This November, I got to meet Ashish and his team. Not only are they exemplary embodiments of how men in societies should […]
In a world where diversity should be celebrated with inclusion as a goal, there are several variations of gender to be explored and understood. I grew up in rural India in a traditional environment with strong views on gender and the expectations of girls and boys. I have since traveled […]
On the crisp morning of October 15th, 2023, at 5 a.m., the vibrant city of Mwanza welcomed me to its airport, setting the stage for a fortnight of challenging yet fulfilling work. With a history of collaboration dating back to 2008, my journey of delivering tools for purposeful play with […]
In a transformative four-day on-field training, Mathare’s dedicated coaches immersed themselves in a dialogue that transcends the boundaries of sports. Facilitated by seasoned mentors hailing from the very heart of Mathare, the focus extended far beyond the game itself. Together, they explored the pivotal role of play in breathing life […]
Recently, CAC embarked on an inspiring journey in collaboration with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the Dignity for Children Foundation, together with 15 partner schools dedicated to working with refugee children.
In a world of endless possibilities, sports serve as a universal language that bridges gaps, instills values, and shapes tomorrow’s leaders. At Green-Kenya, we empower children to create a greener future through sports. Our coaches and participants recently embarked on an on-field training journey of learning, growth, and empowerment that […]
I had the privilege of traveling to Zanzibar with CAC in June. Saraswati and I conducted training for five days on the grounds of a public library, in the shade of two great big almond trees. We worked with coaches from multiple organizations, including SDHO, an organization that works towards […]