With the launch of the new Life Champions training course, and reflecting in the rise of MMA star Jawany, our CEO Lee shares thoughts on the power of coaching in young people’s lives beyond sport.
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NEW FILM SHINES LIGHT ON ‘MODEST MOVES’ FOUNDER
Our latest Young Creatives film tells the story of former Fight for Peace member, trailblazer in women’s boxing, and founder of Modest Moves, Athena Bashar.
SEND BOXING SESSIONS AT FIGHT FOR PEACE
As we prepare to launch our SEND boxing sessions, Fight for Peace team members discuss the importance of providing sessions to young people with additional needs.
‘I’VE BEEN INSPIRED BY PARALYMPIC STORIES’ BY KAYLA
Fight for Peace Creative Lead, Kayla shares her view on how Paralympic athletes inspire beyond the big stage, and reflects on the importance of amplifying Paralympic stories.
FIGHT FOR PEACE RECEIVE COMMUNITY HEROES AWARD
We are thrilled to have received the Community Heroes Award for Outstanding Initiative in Sports Development, in recognition of our work with young people.
LIFE CHAMPIONS – CREATING CHAMPIONS IN SPORT AND IN LIFE
We launch Life Champions, a Fight for Peace online programme designed to train coaches to support young people to reach their potential in their lives beyond sport.
‘ORGANISATIONS SHOULD TAKE A STANCE ON INCLUSION’ BY TOMMY
Fight for Peace Muay Thai and MMA Coach, Tommy shares his view on what more should be done within the sporting world to ensure inclusion of LGBTQ+ athletes.
FIGHT FOR PEACE HOMEWORK CLUB FUELS ACADEMIC GREATNESS
We hear from Justyna, mother of long-time Fight for Peace member Gregory, about the impact of this year’s Homework Club and how the sessions have influenced his school work.
‘WOMEN’S SPORTS HAVE NEVER BEEN GIVEN THE SPACE’ BY ILENIA
Boxer and Fight for Peace creative, Ilenia addresses negative attitudes towards women in sport, and shines light on her recent campaign advocating for change.
‘OUR HOME SHOWS PUT FIGHT FOR PEACE ON THE MAP’
With the success of another Fight for Peace home show, we reflect on why setting the stage for athletes is key to their growth, and hear from from muay thai Coach, Tomas.