SPORT, ART AND CULTURE

Healthy physical activity, the kinship found in teams led by positive role models and self-expression through creative arts have the power to boost individual and community well-being.

Sport, art and cultural activities are powerful tools in the building of strong, resilient communities. They offer a positive outlet where youth can spend their free time; reduce levels of crime; contribute to physical and emotional health; introduce positive role models; and facilitate community engagement and interaction. Ranyaka works with local organisations in the areas of sport, art and culture to help strengthen communities through:

• Establishing sports clubs and informal leagues/supporting existing clubs

• Supporting campaigns and events

• Facilitating access to training for coaches and instructors

• Sourcing funding for equipment

• Repurposing urban vacant spaces for safe sporting/recreational activities

• Introducing sport, art and cultural programmes to communities as identified through networking sessions