SPORTS FOR DEVELOPMENT - PLAY SOCCER GHANA

The report investigates "Sports for Development," focusing on Play Soccer Ghana, a non-profit organization using football to promote social and economic development among children and youth. It highlights the alignment of Sports for Development with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing education, health, gender equality, economic growth, and peace. The report outlines Play Soccer Ghana's mission, target population, partnerships, and challenges, such as resource limitations and football's overbearing importance. It critiques the existing knowledge base, emphasizing the need for rigorous methodologies, clear definitions, and long-term cooperation. Recommendations for future theory and practice are also provided to enhance the effectiveness of Sports for Development initiatives.