Tanzania - Business creation project

Describe your project or startup in a few words

The Kick for Change initiative empowers high school girls through soccer, promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being, and fostering entrepreneurship skills.

01.01 Describe your project in more detail

The Kick for Change initiative is a multifaceted project aimed at empowering young high school girls by leveraging the power of soccer and entrepreneurship. This initiative seeks to address multiple dimensions of the participants' lives, including their physical, mental, and emotional well-being, while also fostering essential life skills and providing opportunities for personal growth and development. 1. Soccer Training and Physical Fitness 2. Entrepreneurship and Life Skills 3. Mental and Emotional Well-Being

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

The initiative recognizes the vulnerability of young High School girls and aims to intervene through sports and empowerment activities, offering them a safe and constructive environment that can help them avoid risky behaviors and build a better future for themselves. 1. Addressing the issue of young girls being involved in risky behaviors like drug abuse and commercial sex work. 2. Using sports and empowerment programs as a positive alternative to steer them away from these harmful behaviors. 3. Providing opportunities and support for young girls to have a promising future.

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your project intends to provide (at least 3).

1. Access to quality soccer equipment and facilities: Having access to quality soccer equipment, such as balls, cleats, and uniforms, can help boost the confidence and self-esteem of the young girls involved in the program. Providing a dedicated soccer ground or field creates a safe and constructive space for the girls to engage in physical activity, develop teamwork skills, and build a sense of community. 2. Improved physical and mental well-being: Participation in sports like soccer promotes physical fitness, which can lead to better overall health and reduced risk of various diseases. Engaging in sports activities can help alleviate stress, anxiety, and depression, which are common challenges faced by vulnerable youth. 3. Development of valuable life skills: Through soccer and the associated empowerment programs, young girls can learn important life skills such as teamwork, communication, discipline, goal-setting, and resilience.

01.04 Please describe who exactly your project is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

The "Kick for Change" initiative is specifically aimed at serving high school girls as the targeted beneficiaries. Focusing on high school girls allows the initiative to leverage the existing educational infrastructure and potentially collaborate with schools, teachers, and counselors to reach and engage with the target beneficiaries more effectively. By providing quality soccer equipment, dedicated facilities, and empowerment programs tailored specifically for high school girls, the "Kick for Change" initiative can create a safe and supportive environment that nurtures their physical, emotional, and social well-being, ultimately empowering them to overcome challenges and embrace a promising future Adolescent girls during their high school years are often at a higher risk of being exposed to or engaging in risky behaviors such as drug abuse and commercial sex work. This vulnerable age group represents a critical window of opportunity for intervention and positive influence.

01.05 When did you start working on your project?

2021-05-01

01.06 How many other partners are associated with your business venture?

3

01.07 Among the other partners, how many are female?

2

01.08 Please describe the profile of each of the other partners (skills, experience, etc.)

The "Kick for Change" initiative currently has three key partners associated with the business venture: 1. Mastercard Foundation: Funding and resources: Organizations like the Mastercard Foundation can potentially provide financial support, grants, or resources to help sustain and expand the initiative's programs and outreach efforts. 2. School of St. Jude: Access to target beneficiaries: Collaborating with educational institutions like the School of St. Jude can facilitate direct access to the target beneficiaries, which are high school girls. This can streamline the process of identifying and engaging with the intended participants. 3. Future Stars Academy: Expertise and infrastructure: Sports academies like Future Stars Academy may contribute their expertise in sports development, coaching, and training methodologies, as well as provide access to their existing facilities and infrastructure.

01.09 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link here:

https://lengofootballacademy.com/

01.10 Which industry best describes your project?

Other: Sports and Recreation

02.01.01 My project contributes to the No poverty goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification

We are aiming at improving the standards of living of young girls in humble remote areas.

02.02.01 My project contributes to the Zero hunger goal

5

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification

The beneficiaries will benefit from the Project's comprehensive opportunities like entrepreneurship training which will enable them to be aware of legal channels of generating income.

02.03.01 My project contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification

Empowerment through sports: Introducing sports like soccer to high school girls can provide them with a constructive outlet for their energy, promote physical and mental well-being, and instill valuable life skills that can contribute to their personal growth and development. Building a foundation for the future: By targeting high school girls, the "Kick for Change" initiative aims to equip these young individuals with the necessary tools and support system to make informed decisions and pursue positive life paths as they transition into adulthood.

02.04.01 My project contributes to the Quality education goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification

Development of valuable life skills: 1. Through soccer and the associated empowerment programs, young girls can learn important life skills such as teamwork, communication, discipline, goal-setting, and resilience. 2. These transferable skills can enhance their chances of success in various aspects of life, including education, employment, and personal relationships.

02.05.01 My project contributes to the Gender equality goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification

We will hire male coaches to train the girls to ensure gender equality.

02.06.01 My project contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

4

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification

Keeping water sources clean by volunteering to conserve the water sources around our local community once in two months.

02.07.01 My project contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

6

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification

We intend to advocate for Green by either afforestation or reforestation to combat the effects of global warming and climatic change.

02.08.01 My project contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

6

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification

Ensuring legal channels of earning income.

02.09.01 My project contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification

Construction of an artificial grass soccer field, connecting with universal brands namely Adidas, and Nike. Cooperating and Partnering with TFF, CAF, and FIFA.

02.10.01 My project contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification

Filling the income gap between the Wealthy and the Poor.

02.11.01 My project contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification

Enhancing social-economical development through the Kick for Change transformative initiative.

02.12.01 My project contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

4

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification

N/A

02.13.01 My project contributes to the Climate action goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification

Our project aims to combat adverse Climatic Change.

02.14.01 My project contributes to the Life below water goal

6

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification

Conserving water sources example, rivers and springs.

02.15.01 My project contributes to the Life on land goal

5

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification

Planting trees both fruits and indigenous seasonally.

02.16.01 My project contributes to the Peace justice and strong institutions goal

4

02.16.02 Peace justice and strong institutions - Justification

Working with liberty and freedom to ensure safety of our beneficiaries.

02.17.01 My project contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification

I have Kickstarted the initiative by donating sports gear to 30 underprivileged high school girls in Arusha, Tanzania in December, 2023. This was supported by the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program in partnership with the United States International University - Africa.

05.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

5

05.02 The product/service we envision creating represents an entirely new type of product/service.

4

05.03 The product/service we envision creating could be described as a new technology.

4

05.04 The product/service we envision creating is an improvement on an existing product or service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.05 The product/service we envision creating could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

5

05.06 The product/service we envision creating responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.07 The product/service we envision creating is a new version of an old product/service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.08 Justification

The initiative is a Sports Transformative Project focusing on young girls who are passionate about Soccer making it unique from other initiatives that highly promote boys and young men. This project is tech-driven thus, uses innovative approaches to providing quality services to the beneficiaries, for instance, constructing a turf soccer pitch will be a new change in Arusha town. This is a not-for-profit venture focusing on enhancing a promising future for young girls in Arusha, Tanzania.

05.09 Who are your main potential competitors and what makes you stand out from them?

The main competitors are Non-Governmental Soccer academies in Arusha, Tanzania. The Kick for Change initiative stands out in terms of cost-effectiveness, community outreach, accessibility, innovation, and affordable price: 1. Elite soccer training 2. Empowerment workshops 3. Entrepreneurial incubation 4. Community leadership projects 5. Eco-activism initiatives This holistic, tech-driven sports initiative seamlessly blends sustainable facilities, comprehensive support, professional pathways, and measurable impact. Immersive experiences leveraging performance analytics, virtual reality, telemedicine, smart facilities, and digital marketing.

10.06 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?

Yes, I'm deeply involved in outreach projects aimed at raising awareness about the importance of women's economic empowerment and the valuable contributions female entrepreneurs can make to the local economy and society. Providing training and mentorship: I organize workshops, seminars, or mentorship programs specifically targeted at aspiring and existing female entrepreneurs. These initiatives equips women with essential business skills, knowledge, and guidance to start or grow their ventures successfully. Facilitating networking opportunities: Creating platforms and events that allow female entrepreneurs to connect with each other, share experiences, and build supportive networks. Such networks can provide access to valuable resources, advice, and potential collaborations. Addressing societal barriers: Actively working to challenge and overcome societal barriers, cultural norms, or stereotypes that often hinder women's participation and success in entrepreneurship.