South Africa
SportAmbassadors In Sport (AIS) - Hope to youth in prison through soccer in Africa
Address
Ambassadors In Sport (AIS)
Postnet Suite 71 Private Bag X3
Glossderry,
South Africa
7702
South Africa
+27217622990
http://www.ais-africa.co.za/
Mission
Our mission is to bring hope to young people from across South Africa through the medium of soccer. The game of soccer provides us with a platform to build meaningful relationships with young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. This in turn affords us the opportunity to invest in their lives, build their character, and instill in them values which will enable them to succeed both on and off the soccer pitch.
Programs
Grassroots:We provide coaching clinics in communities and schools to instruct youth in the basics of soccer. Events:Through soccer schools and tournaments, youth have the opportunity to develop their skills in a competitive environment. Amateur Clubs:AIS run our own clubs and help churches establish soccer clubs. Hope Academy:Hope Academies holistically nurture talented young players. Professional Soccer Ministry: We seek to assist professional players in their responsibility as role models.
Ambassadors In Sport (AIS)'s Current Projects on GlobalGiving
 Hope to youth in prison through soccer in Africa |
Personnel Overview
Sivuyile Tabata - Hope Academy Assistant
Sivuyile was born in the Eastern Cape. Born and bred in the townships Sivuyile has a heart for young men in his community. Sivuyile works in the prisons daily and follows up boys once released in the townships. He delivers soccer coaching, life skills training and biblical studies. In the past he has faced the same struggles as many of the boys and can help them overcome some of their fears.
Dinesh Nevins-Selvadurai - Hope Academy Assistant
On holiday to South Africa Dinesh visited the prison program and personally expierenced the need for more workers in this project. He has been with the project for 2 years and loves spending time speaking to the boys one on one, listening to their problems and encouraging them through the program. He loves to meet new people & visit new places!
Jitesh Jerrier - Leeukop Hope Academy Faciltator
Jitesh Jerrier (JJ) is from Pretoria and had been with AIS for two years. He did his internship and fell in love with the work in the prison. JJ was instrumental in starting our new prison academy in Leeukop, Johannesburg. He has a passion for referring and coaching. In his spare time JJ likes to watch all sports, read and socialise with friends.
Personnel Statistics
Tim Tucker, African Director
Founded in 2001
Employees: 16
Volunteers: 9
