THE 2020 BEYOND SPORT GLOBAL AWARDS CAMPAIGN
LEARN. BE INSPIRED. AMPLIFY.
In a year when we could all use some inspiration, motivation and hope, we’re giving you the opportunity to embrace sport for social change on a deeper level.
From September through December, across Beyond Sport’s platforms, we’re taking you on a journey around the world to uncover exactly how the 16 amazing organizations who make up the 2020 Beyond Sport Global Awards Shortlist are using sport with intention in pursuit of the Global Goals for Sustainable Development (SDGs) -- all in the lead up to the exciting Winner Reveal on December 15.
Immerse yourself in their work - in video, picture and words - and then expand their reach by sharing with your networks in celebration of the human spirit and determination to create a better world for all. And, in November learn more about the winners of Collective Impact on Gender and Racial Equality and the Courageous Use of Sport awards.
HERE'S HOW YOU CAN TAKE THE JOURNEY
1. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook and sign up for our mailing list for the stories on heroes using sport to make a difference in communities around the world, which will be gradually released across the three months.
2. Each week we'll release the inspiring stories of the shortlisters in each category and information on the SDGs they are working to achieve across our platforms. View our campaign schedule below and mark your calendars so you don’t miss out.
Bookmark this page for easy access to the links for all the content.
3. Starting September 15, learn and hear from the shortlisters on Beyond Sport's IGTV and YouTube channels through ongoing campaign videos.
4. Register to join us for three-part Beyond Sport House from Home series - taking place across October and November - where we’ll dig deeper into issues across the campaign.
5. Most importantly - please amplify the experiences and impact of these amazing organizations and individuals who are leveraging sport for people and planet.
YOUR ITINERARY
FEATURING SEP 15 - 25
-YouTube: Introducing the Sport for Reduced Inequalities Shortlist
-IGTV Series:
Interview with Oleksander Fomichov, League of Tolerance (Ukraine, Italy, Spain)
Interview with Robert Malengreau and Dom Waldouck, UMRio, (Brazil and UK)
Interview with Enouce Ndeche, Vijana Amani Pamoja (Kenya)
Interview with Vicheka Chourp, Indochina Starfish Foundation (Cambodia)
-Features:
League of Tolerance: A Diverse Group of Football Coaches Bringing Together a Fractured Ukraine
UMRio: Reducing Inequality for Brazilian Youth Through Rugby
Vijana Amani Pamoja: Using Football to Secure the Futures of Marginalised Pregnant Girls in Kenya
Indochina Starfish Foundation: Ensuring that Young Cambodians of All Abilities Gave an Equal Chance
-Vignettes:
Punna's Story (ISF) via Common Goals (video: bit.ly/2Uw6nio)
Meet Nastya (League of Tolerance)
-Winner Reveal:
Announcement by NBA Global Ambassador & Humanitarian, Dikembe Mutombo
Reaction from Enouce Ndeche, Founder & Director of VAP
FEATURING SEP 28 - OCT 9
-YouTube: Introducing the Sport for Health & Well-Being Shortlist
-IGTV Series:
Interview with Nora Dooley, Coaches Across Continents (Tanzania, Zanzibar)
Interview with Nichol Whiteman, Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (United States)
Interview with Kris Primacio, International Surf Therapy Organization (Worldwide)
Interview with Beat Baggenstos, ClimbAid (Lebanon)
Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation: Leveraging Baseball and Softball to Support Young Angelenos
-Vignettes:
Meet Yahya (ClimbAid)
Meet Estahappy (Coaches Across Continents/Pathfinder International)
Meet Diamond (Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation)
-Winner Reveal:
Announcement from Award-Winning Professional Athlete & Social Change Advocate, Aritz Aranburu
Reaction from Kris Primacio, Co-Founder & CEO of ISTO
FEATURING OCT 12 - 23
- Youtube: Introducing the Sport for Decent Work & Economic Growth Shortlist
-IGTV SERIES:
Interview with Ivan Torres, Interculturalidad, Salud y Derechos A.C.(Mexico)
Interview with Julie (Majale) Auma, Africa Yoga Project (multiple countries)
Interview with Ian Heininger & Tracy Williams, Charity Bounce (Australia)
Interview with Kim Lopez, FundLife Girls Got This (Philippines)
-Vignettes:
Meet Coach Patty (FundLife/Girls Got This)
Meet Catherine and Walter (Africa Yoga Project)
Meet Pamela (Interculturalidad, Salud y Derechos A. C.)
-Winner Reveal:
Announcement by AFL Champion & Indigenous Team of the Century Member, Chris Johnson
Reaction from Ian Heininger, CEO of Charity Bounce
FEATURING OCT 26 - NOV 6
- Youtube: Introducing the Sport for Peace & Social Justice Shortlist
-IGTV SERIES:
Interview with David Evangelista and Gerald Mballe, Special Olympics (Worldwide)
Interview with Taylor Smith, Free to Run (Afghanistan and Iraq)
Interview witih Doc Mabila and Piet Theron, Peace Parks Foundation (Mozambique, South Africa)
Interview with Khusbu Oli, Shelter Ashraya Nepal (Nepal)
-Vignettes:
Meet Elisa (Peace Parks Foundation)
Meet Malaki (Special Olympics)
-Features:
Shelter Nepal: Using football in innovative ways to combat cultural and societal issues in Nepal
-Winner Reveal:
Annoucement by Sport for Health & Equality Advocate, Dr. Hajar Abulfazl and Human Rights Advocate, Maryam Shojaei
Reaction from Taylor Smith, Executive Director of Free to Run
FEATURING N0V 9 - 13
Backed by Comic Relief - a Beyond Sport Foundation partner since 2014 - and the BT Supporters Club, we will be investing in a group of organizations that are using sport to progress Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls and, in turn, advance society as a whole.
Supported by the grant funding and a comprehensive business support package, four organizations were selected to work together over one year, benefiting from each other’s individual expertise, sharing best practice and working through issues in real time to drive real, sustainable impact through sport.
- Youtube: Introducing the 2020 Sport For Gender Equality Collective Impact Award Winners
-IGTV SERIES:
Introduction by Sports Anchor and Presenter, Motshidisi Mohono
Interview with Umra Omar, Pamoja Initiative (Kenya)
Interview with Paul Zulu, Sport-Aid Development Trust (Zambia)
Interview with Catherine "Coach Mina" Kabanyana, Soccer Without Borders (Uganda)
Interview with Dorcas Amakobe, Moving the Goalposts (Kenya)
-Feature:
Promoting Gender Equality Through Sport - Meet the Winners
FEATURING NOV 16 - 20
Together with The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation, we are bringing together a group of four community sport organizations across the United States to collaborate in finding the best ways to harness team sports to address racial inequities and support Black communities
Helping to shape the guidelines and guide the group, will be an Advisory Panel of subject-matter experts in addition to expert partners: RISE; Play Equity Fund, established by the LA84 Foundation; the Global Sport Institute at Arizona State University; the Nascimento Foundation; and LISC. Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, along with providing additional funds, will also act as an expert partner and grant manager on the initiative.
Youtube: Introducing the 2020 Sport For Reduced Racial Inequalities Collective Impact Award Winners
-IGTV SERIES:
Introduction by ESPN SportsCenter Anchor, Michael Eaves
Interview with Zach Gomes, America SCORES New York
Interview with Sally Nnamani, PeacePlayers
Interview with Shane Young, Memphis Inner City Rugby
Interview with Nichol Whiteman, Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation
-Feature:
Promoting Racial Equality Through Sport - Meet the Winners
FEATURING NOV 30 - DEC 4
Awarded to individuals who have shown dedication and courage in using sport to improve their communities. In the face of personal and societal adversity, the five young leaders are taking a stand against inequality and discrimination - and leading their communities to brighter futures.
- Youtube: Introducing the 2020 Courageous Use of Sport Award Winners
-IGTV SERIES:
Interview with Sediqa Rezaei (Australia) by WWE Superstar, Sasha Banks
Interview with Matheus Oliveira (Brazil) by WWE Superstar, Drew McIntyre
Interview with Dickens Omondi (Kenya) by WWE Superstar, Nia Jax
-Vignettes:
-Feature:
Meet the 2020 Courageous Use of Sport Award Winners
BEYOND SPORT THANKS THE FOLLOWING AWARD PARTNERS FOR PROVIDING FUNDING & RESOURCES: