We learn from some of our young competitors, and the coaches that steer their journeys, about how coming back after a loss is about determination, mindset and self-belief.
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FIGHT FOR PEACE LAUNCHES WOMEN-ONLY BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU
Fight for Peace prepare to launch women-only BJJ sessions, led by black belt, London Open gold medallist, and European and World Championship bronze winner, Martina Zola.
NEW POST-16 EDUCATION COURSE OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS
Fight for Peace launches a new Post-16 sport course for 16–18-year-olds to earn qualifications, gain real experience, and build their futures – apply now for September 2026.
FUTURE LIGHT SPEAK TRUTH TO POWER AT LIFE SKILLS EVENT
Last Thursday, the Newham Youth Partnerships youth leadership group – Future Light – led a life skills event that was authentic, honest, and undeniably timely.
FIGHT FOR PEACE LAUNCHES ‘MARTIAL ARTS STORIES BY WOMEN’ CAMPAIGN
Fight for Peace launches a powerful youth-led campaign, ‘Martial Arts Stories By Women’ – amplifying the stories of women and girls in a traditionally male-dominated sport.
SHAPING INCLUSION: HOW YOUNG WOMEN ARE CHANGING THE GAME
Fight for Peace Young Creatives collaborate with women athletes, rewriting narratives and challenging stereotypes in sport during Women’s History Month, and beyond.
COACH IMRAN TAKES GOLD IN EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS
Fight for Peace Head Mixed Martial Arts Coach Imran Hassan has been crowned the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) European Championships – bringing home Gold for Team England.
PARISSE CHARLES: “MENTORING IS A SAFE SPACE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE”
Fight for Peace Youth Mentor Parisse Charles shares the importance of her work delivering mentoring in local schools to equip more young people with the tools to thrive.
FIGHT FOR PEACE LAUNCHES LUTAPOD SEASON TWO
We launch Season Two of LutaPod – a youth-led project funded by Sport England committed to breaking barriers and expanding access to sport for women and girls.
TRAINING IN RAMADAN: FINDING MENTAL CLARITY AND COMMUNITY
Fight for Peace members and share their insights and experiences on how they train during Ramadan, and some of the beautiful moments they find along the way.