Refugee Rights Greece Project #63261

Bodybuilding Gym, named Linda

by Yoga and Sport with Refugees

Project Report | Jun 20, 2024
Linda Rennovation

By Ruvi Matiyenga | Project Coordinator

We started to rebuild Linda at the end of 2023. Before it was simply an open space with only a rooftop. It wasn't weatherproof; subzero in the winter and scorthing in the summer. Therefore, we want to give a big thank you to everyone that donated in order for us to be able to build walls, put new equipment inside (importantly a fan now it is reaching 30C+ in Ioannina), lights and paint the bodybuilding area to make it more comfortable and a better place to train. Moreover, it was a collaborative process with the team members and members of the community in the lead, special shout out to Naser and Sergio from Habibi Works.

Due to the renovation the participation has gone up by 6x considering that the space is in better conditions and has become a bit more welcoming

People are welcome to train 24/7 in the gym. It's a community in itself with a group training early in the morning before the rest of Greece wakes up, and the night owls who are training after their jobs in the night, and every time in between.

Following your support for Linda, I would like to take this opportunity to reach out to you with a further request.

YSR's work is not possible without the support of people like you. That’s why I’m writing to you today to invite you to join our team as a monthly donor. We will not be able to offer safe spaces for people on the move to practice sports without your continued support.

When you commit to a monthly gift, GlobalGiving will match your fourth consecutive donation 100%! With your sustainable contribution, you’re helping us build a solid foundation that will grow our impact.

We’d love it if you join YSR as a monthly donor. If you become a sustained contributor today, GlobalGiving will match your first monthly contribution in October. Thank you so much for being a part of the YSR family.

Warmly,

Ruvi

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