OUR PROJECTS THROUGH THE YEARS

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Building on our extensive experience in inclusive sports programs and youth education, this initiative introduces a sustainability perspective to help shape responsible citizens for the future. The 18-month project, which began in autumn 2024, transforms environmental awareness into an engaging experience for both young people and adults. Participants learn about biodiversity, recycling, and Luxembourg's agricultural traditions, all while staying active and fostering connections. It’s a unique blend of experiences that only Sportunity can bring together!

Initially launched as a one-time scheme, Talent Trek Camp has become our staple programme.
Held during school holidays, it provides children from displaced families with an engaging
learning environment, helping them feel more at home in Luxembourg.
Each day at the camp blends sports, hands-on learning, and cultural exploration,
allowing participants to stay active, make new friends, and discover their unique talents.

For the first time, our activities extended beyond Luxembourg’s borders. We brought a team of Ukrainian refugee children, who regularly train with Sportunity, to the Torneo Mondiale Manlio Selis – Social Goal for Peace youth football tournament. There, they joined their peers for a few days of football and friendship. The highlight of the event was the friendly match played between our Ukrainian team and a joint team of players from Israel and Palestine.
Watching young players from countries affected by conflict come together for a match of hope and peace was a powerful and emotional moment, showcasing how sport doesn’t divide, but unites.

Partners: Social Goal.

During the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, we launched a five-week Virtual Fitness Challenge to help residents of refugee shelters stay connected and active. Amid social restrictions, the Challenge ensured the continuity of sports practice, providing participants with structure, motivation, and a sense of community. It encouraged physical activity during isolation and recognized the most dedicated participants for their commitment and effort.

Partners: Social Goal.

We partnered with municipal administrations on this project to explore innovative, interactive formats for social integration in multicultural societies. The Eco Run in Dudelange blended sports with environmental awareness, fostering connections across different social groups and cultures. The Fit, Fun & Friends Fair in Strassen focused on promoting sports and physical wellness, offering discovery activities and masterclasses in a variety of sports disciplines.

The project was funded by the Ministry of Family, Integration, and the Greater Region
under the National Action Plan “Integration” (PAN-2019)

The campaign turned a powerful statement from Luxembourg’s legendary Foreign Affairs Minister, Jean Asselborn, into a symbol of diversity and inclusion. What started as a catchy phrase evolved into a movement that united people and redefined the conversation around solidarity. Sportunity was selected as the campaign’s charity partner, with the funds raised through branded merchandise sales directed towards supporting sports programs for refugees.

Partners: Asport and the Merde Alors! campaign.

Local Buddies

A community-driven initiative, this programme paired locals and refugees as buddies for joint sports practice. Through thoughtful matchmaking and curated activities, newcomers had the opportunity to discover their new environment through sport and build social ties that extended well beyond the playing field.

The project was supported by Luxembourg’s National Youth Service and Fondation Été, with
organizational backing from the Luxembourg chapter of Project Management Institute (PMI).

Launched as an emergency response to the migration crisis in Europe, this three-year programme marked the beginning of our weekly training sessions for refugees. Offering a variety of sports disciplines across multiple locations nationwide, our classes catered to different age groups and included sessions led by coaches with refugee backgrounds. In total, we delivered over 1,000 hours of high-quality, free training to newcomers, uniting them through one shared language: the language of sport.

The project was made possible with the generous support of the Oeuvre Nationale
de Secours Grande-Duchesse Charlotte (call for projects Mateneen)
and the Service National de la Jeunesse.

This holiday initiative combined sports and festive activities to bring the spirit of the season to refugee children in shelters. From interactive games to personalized sports gifts, Sporty Santas created a joyful celebration filled with movement, laughter, and shared experiences, making the holiday season brighter for those in need.

Mentorship movement connecting youth with world-class athletes, who serve as role models offering inspiration, motivation, and valuable life lessons through sports. Three renowned athletes participated in the programme: a boxing world champion Hassan N’Dam, an Olympic sprinter Debbie Ferguson McKenzie and another Olympian,
a long-distance runner Yonas Kinde.

Sportunity was founded in 2013 with the vision of using sport as a powerful tool for social change. Since then, we have been leading the way in integrating refugees through sport in Luxembourg, helping those in need rediscover meaning and hope. By bringing people from different backgrounds together through joint sports activities, we are creating a healthier, more supportive, and more connected society.

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