Academy football (soccer) across Africa is often disconnected from the people and communities it’s claiming to serve, while being caught up in a variety of negative allegations ranging from child abuse to illegal player trafficking to outright fraud.

On a global scale, the game of football is thriving, yet in many parts of Africa it is still a missed opportunity. Academy football shouldn’t be taking advantage of communities; it can, and should be, leaving a legacy.

Football for Good is a non-profit being developed by the founders of the Steve Nash Foundation and Athletes for Africa, that goes well beyond charity. Football for Good has two clear aims:

1. To develop world-class youth football (soccer) academies that are sustainable, community-centered social businesses in regions that have been ravaged by war.

2. To be a champion of human rights and child protection, and a committed global advocate for African players, families and their communities.

Academy Football. Opportunity. Community. Peace. That is Football for Good.

For more information or to find out how you can get involved, contact:

Adrian Bradbury, Director, Football for Good
Email: adrian@athletesforafrica.com
Tel: 1.416.686.1533

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