SayPro, together with the United States Peace Corps, is empowering youth through sports and recreation as a vehicle for leadership development and social cohesion. SayPro understands that organized sports offer young people more than physical activity—they build teamwork, discipline, and confidence. SayPro creates safe, inclusive spaces for sports clubs, tournaments, and recreational activities in areas where such programs are often lacking. Peace Corps volunteers help SayPro design community-based youth leagues and coach leadership workshops. These initiatives keep youth engaged, healthy, and inspired to contribute positively to their communities.
SayPro’s sports programs are intentionally inclusive, welcoming girls, disabled youth, and those from marginalized backgrounds. SayPro provides equipment, organizes local tournaments, and trains coaches in youth development principles. Peace Corps volunteers assist with logistics, safety guidelines, and inclusive play strategies. SayPro also integrates life skills sessions into sports camps, covering topics such as health, gender equity, and conflict resolution. The goal is to use sport as a powerful catalyst for self-expression and social inclusion, especially in communities with limited recreational infrastructure.
SayPro works with schools and local governments to establish sustainable sports infrastructure, including multipurpose courts and community fields. SayPro emphasizes youth leadership by training peer mentors to coach and organize activities. Peace Corps volunteers help document success stories and connect youth athletes to scholarships and regional competitions. SayPro believes these programs help reduce youth delinquency, foster civic responsibility, and improve educational outcomes. By giving youth opportunities to shine, SayPro builds the next generation of leaders rooted in teamwork and resilience.
SayPro tracks outcomes through increased school attendance, peer mentorship activity, and youth-reported life satisfaction. Communities report reduced tension, stronger peer relationships, and a greater sense of local pride. SayPro is expanding its youth sports model to include digital and creative recreation, such as esports and outdoor education. In partnership with the Peace Corps, SayPro continues to support youth-led solutions that promote physical, emotional, and social well-being. SayPro views recreation not just as play, but as a critical component of holistic youth empowerment.