Sunderland Samba is project which works with the community to help people develop themselves to play a positive role in society, through sports and other measures. As part of the project, we run community football teams in Sunderland , but also in Kenya, which we have a strong connections and deep roots with. The work we do helps communities in Kenya and the local Sunderland Community.
The sports based work which Samba delivers, transcends age ranges, as Sunderland Samba work with very young children , to the older members of society to get them involved in the community activities and offering the relevant support to them at the correct times, sport playing a vital role in forging friendships and connection as well as helping boost the mental health of it participants. The core principles are as follows;
Encourage reflection on life’s meaning and purpose through sharing experience and understanding.
Bring different people together to learn and understand each other.
Give the opportunity to be part of a team especially to those who might not otherwise do so.
Bring different people together to learn and understand each other.
Give the opportunity to be part of a team especially to those who might not otherwise do so.
