Inclusion in action · Zambia

Every ability.
Every opportunity.
One community.

We use the power of sport, education and community action to break barriers and create opportunities for women, young people and persons with disabilities.

Belonging. Confidence. Opportunity.
Building stronger, more inclusive communities.
⚽ Inclusive sport ✦ Youth empowerment ♡ Women’s opportunity ♿ Disability inclusion
Foundation members engaging in an inclusion activity
Stronger togetherCommunity-led change
Who we are

Opening doors. Changing perceptions.

The Kennedy Phiri Foundation is committed to social inclusion and helping people discover the potential within themselves. We believe every person deserves the chance to participate, contribute and thrive.

Our work brings communities together through inclusive football, education, health awareness, women’s empowerment and practical support for people living with disabilities.

Equal participation
Youth development
Women’s empowerment
Accessible opportunities
More about the foundation
Our departments

Nine departments. One mission.

Under one leadership, our departments bring sport, health, agriculture, education and community action together to build a more inclusive Zambia.

Select any department to learn more.

Ndola Youth Soccer Academy (NYSA)
  • Mini stadium
  • Education through sports
  • Improving sports facilities
  • Feeding programme
  • Tournaments
Inclusion Programmes
  • Promotion of disability rights
  • Disability sports
  • Economic inclusion
  • Accessibility and equipment
Health
  • Mini hospital
  • Rehab centre
  • Street kids
  • Drug and alcohol abuse
  • Counselling
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Sexual reproductive health
  • Feeding programme
  • Care for the aged
Agriculture
  • Milling plant
  • Fishery
  • Poultry
  • Cattle and beef production
  • Butchery
  • Gardening
Women Equality and Empowerment
  • Economic inclusion
  • Skills training
  • Ending early marriages
  • Child-headed homes
  • Orphans and vulnerable children (OVCs)
Education
  • Boarding school
  • Mentorship programme
  • Career building
  • Workshops

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Our belief

Football is more than a game. It is a way to belong.

Football can bring people together, challenge stereotypes and create space for people with and without disabilities to learn from one another. We use that shared passion as a platform for wider social change.

Build confidenceSelf-esteem and independence
Grow connectionsFriendship and teamwork
Change perceptionsChallenge stigma through action
Improve well-beingPhysical and social health
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Football players standing together as a team
How we work

From a local idea to lasting change.

Our project framework sets out a phased approach to building inclusive programmes and growing community participation.

Select a phase to explore the planned activities.

01 · 0–6 MONTHS

Build the foundations

Establish partnerships, train coaches and volunteers, set up the project team and launch inclusive football and awareness activities.

02 · 6–18 MONTHS

Grow participation

Implement and monitor programmes, increase participation, strengthen community engagement and showcase the abilities of participants.

03 · 1–3 YEARS

Expand the impact

Sustain and expand programmes, improve well-being and social integration, and advocate for greater inclusion in sport.

Moments from our journey

Inclusion looks like action.

Real moments of sport, teamwork, community engagement and shared achievement.

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Be part of a more inclusive Zambia.

Bring your skills, organisation, resources or voice. Let’s create opportunities together.

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Get in touch

Let’s make inclusion happen.

We welcome collaboration and support from individuals, community organisations, public institutions, sports bodies and development partners.

Ways to supportFunding · Equipment · Technology · Technical expertise · Education · Mentorship · Media and publicity
Potential collaboratorsFootball associations · Disability organisations · Community-based organisations · Sponsors and donors
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