YALI Sport Africa is proud to announce the renewal of its strategic partnership with Global Sustainable Sport (GSS), a globally recognized platform committed to promoting sustainability in and through sport. This collaboration reaffirms the shared commitment of both organizations to amplify impactful grassroots initiatives, youth-driven sport programs, and sustainability-focused innovations across Africa.
Through this partnership, GSS will continue to provide media and communication support, shining a global spotlight on YALI Sport Africa’s transformative work in peacebuilding, youth leadership, gender equity, and social reintegration through sport. The renewed partnership follows a successful year of collaboration that saw coverage of key programs like the Nkong Football Tournament for Peace and the launch of the YALI Sport Academy.
“We are excited to deepen our collaboration with Global Sustainable Sport, a platform that truly understands the intersection of sport and sustainable development. Their commitment to visibility and advocacy has significantly boosted the global profile of our work,” said Divine Foretia, Founding Member of YALI Sport Africa.
With the renewed media alliance, both partners aim to:
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Highlight underreported youth-led initiatives and success stories from rural and post-conflict communities in Africa.
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Document and share best practices in using sport as a vehicle for peace, education, and community development.
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Promote the integration of sustainability principles within African grassroots sport programming.
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Foster global connections and resources that empower local organizations, coaches, and changemakers.
Mike Laflin, Founder & CEO of Global Sustainable Sport, expressed strong enthusiasm for the ongoing collaboration:
“YALI Sport Africa’s mission perfectly aligns with our values. Their on-the-ground impact is exactly the kind of work the world needs to see. We are thrilled to continue telling these important stories and advocating for sustainable sport in Africa.”
The partnership will also leverage GSS’s extensive global network, including the GSS News Platform, Network Directory, and Sustainable Sport Education Hub, to further the reach and credibility of YALI Sport Africa’s work. Notably, the collaboration will continue supporting storytelling campaigns, blog features, and capacity-building content to elevate African youth voices in the global sport for development space.
As YALI Sport Africa expands its initiatives across the continent, from youth mentorship and scholarships to community sports infrastructure and safe sport programs, this renewed partnership is a crucial step toward enhancing advocacy, awareness, and action.
About YALI Sport Africa
YALI Sport Africa is a Pan-African movement of young leaders using sport to foster social change, peacebuilding, youth empowerment, and sustainable development. The initiative is inspired by the YALI Network and supports sport-based interventions that build stronger communities.
About Global Sustainable Sport
Global Sustainable Sport is a leading platform that connects, promotes, and educates the global sport ecosystem on sustainability and social impact. Through news, research, and strategic partnerships, GSS supports sport organizations in their journey toward a more sustainable future.