Communication. Commitment. Respect.
At the Lesotho Rugby Academy, we believe that rugby is more than just a sport. It's a tool for social change, and we're committed to making a difference in the lives of the young boys and girls we work with. Our mission is to empower vulnerable children and adolescents by providing them with education, life skills, and personal development opportunities.
We use rugby as a means of promoting gender equality, good nutrition, and healthy lifestyles, including how to protect themselves from HIV-AIDS. We emphasise the importance of three critical life skills: communication, commitment and respect.
Our goals are simple:
1) To raise awareness and educate vulnerable children and adolescents about the importance of healthy and responsible lifestyles through open group sessions;
2) To develop skills amongst participants that will help them succeed in their education, family life and future careers
3) To share our enthusiasm for a sport that provides inspiration, focus and a support network, in a country with few opportunities for young people, and support the development of a top quality future generation of Lesotho rugby players and the sport as a whole.