The JUCONI Sports Club addresses youth vulnerability to crime and violence in Ecuador by providing structured activities for 60 children in Guayaquil's most at-risk areas. Through sports like football and volleyball, combined with workshops on conflict resolution, leadership, and life skills, the project offers a safe space that promotes teamwork, discipline, and self-confidence. This initiative reduces the risk of recruitment by criminal groups and fosters personal and social development.
The JUCONI Sports Club project addresses a critical issue in Ecuador, one of the most dangerous countries globally, where violence and organized crime severely affect children and adolescents, especially in vulnerable communities. The lack of structured recreational spaces increases young people's exposure to risks such as recruitment by criminal organizations.
By engaging them in structured, positive activities, the program provides a safe space for these children to develop valuable life skills, build self-esteem, and form strong relationships with mentors and peers. Sports will serve as a tool to keep them away from risky environments and offer an alternative path, empowering them to make better decisions and break free from cycles of violence and crime. The project focuses on fostering discipline, teamwork, and resilience.
The JUCONI SPORT CLUB project can have a lasting impact by reducing youth violence and gang recruitment. Through sports, children gain life skills like discipline and teamwork, fostering personal growth and resilience. Over time, this can create a safer, stronger community and provide children with opportunities for education and careers, helping break the cycle of violence and building a brighter future for them and their families.
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