04/08/2026
Education and Football. Why it's important
Education builds essential life skills.
Only a tiny fraction of young players turn professional, meaning education is a necessary safety option if a soccer career does not succeed. A severe injury can stop a soccer career instantly, leaving an uneducated player without alternative work options.
Time Management: Balancing classes, homework, and training teaches discipline, organization, and responsibility that help both on and off the field.
Better Decision Making: School develops critical thinking and financial literacy, which helps athletes manage future earnings and contract negotiations.
02/08/2026
Together With El Cambio Academy we creating endless opportunities for Local Grown Talents.
Gerald Ogwang is now in production process at EL Cambio Academy and Full-time Academics Sponsorship up to 18 Years
02/08/2026
With El Cambio Academy β I just got recognised as one of their top fans! π
30/07/2026
π€β½ Gloford Uganda Partners with Destiny Project Uganda (DEPU) to Empower Young People
Global Forum for Development (GLOFORD) Uganda is proud to partner with Destiny Project Uganda (DEPU) in transforming the lives of young people through sports, education, leadership, and skills development.
Together, we are creating opportunities that inspire young people to realize their potential and build a brighter future.
π Together, we are making an impact:
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500 direct beneficiaries reached through project interventions.
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1,000 indirect beneficiaries benefiting from community engagement activities.
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60 young people actively participated in Uganda Youth Football Academy (UYFA) activities during the 18-month implementation period.
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21 community coaches received professional training to strengthen youth mentorship and sports development.
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28 youth referees enhanced their skills, creating new opportunities in sports leadership.
π― we aim to: To empower young people by providing opportunities in sports, education, leadership, and skills development for a brighter future.
This partnership reflects our shared commitment to nurturing talent, promoting leadership, and building stronger communities through the power of sport.
Together, we are shaping the leaders of tomorrow.