The International Day of Peace, observed annually on September 21st to promote global unity and non-violence, reminds us that peace isn't ..read more

" Are We Losing the Race Against Gender-Based Violence? ", a special feature co-written by Leila Milani (Program Director for Global ..read more

Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is excited to announce the 12 members of our 2024 TCS New York City Marathon team! These runners may be ..read more

Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is delighted to announce the appointment of Dino Bovell to the SWB Board of Directors. Dino joins us with a ..read more

From July 23-29, Sarah Stangl Karas, Soccer Without Borders (SWB) Colorado Program Manager, will be volunteering at Festival 24, an International Inclusive Festival to be held in Paris and Lyon, France during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.  Born out of Sport dans la Ville’s desire to share the joy and excitement of the Paris Olympics with young people from around the world, Festival 24 is a powerful event bringing together 500 young people in 64 delegations from 36 different countries. The mission of the festival is to offer a unique and transforming international experience centere ..read more

Whenever he steps onto the soccer pitch, it doesn’t take long for James’ talents as a technical winger, his wicked speed, and his ‘wand’ of a left foot to shine. And while these on-the-field skills turn heads, it is the off-the-field characteristics of this Soccer Without Borders (SWB) Oakland participant that truly makes headlines. Incredibly smart, warm, and kind, James continually strives to rise above the many challenges faced as a newcomer to the US and has dedicated himself fully to his family, education, team, friends, and the two jobs he works while not in the classroom or on the socc ..read more

Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is thrilled to announce that Swap Mushiana has been named our first-ever Director of Behavioral Health and Wellness. Not only does he come to us with years of valuable experience in the behavioral health field and with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of San Francisco, but Swap has also been an active member of the SWB community in Oakland for nearly a decade!  This new role underscores our commitment to addressing the holistic needs of both our newcomer participants and the coach-mentors who serve them every day. In recent years, the ..read more

Soccer Without Borders (SWB) is thrilled to announce that, after a multi-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic and more, our SWB Nicaragua TEAM Camp will once again be hosting individuals to join us for a once-in-a-lifetime soccer and cultural exchange opportunity!  This year’s TEAM (or "Trabajando en Equipo, Aprendemos Más”) Camp is happening over a two week period from July 14-28, 2024, and will bring together girls from across the Granada region for specially designed team-building activities, leadership workshops, and (of course) lots of soccer! Each camp celebrates and amplifi ..read more

We are thrilled to announce the completion of the SWB Mural Project, a significant milestone in our journey towards creating a welcoming and inclusive space for newcomer refugee and immigrant youth. Situated at our cherished space on 3700 Eastern Ave, the mural stands as a symbol of growth, resilience, and empowerment—a home for those seeking belonging. The SWB Mural Project, made possible by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council, is the culmination of a deliberate and inclusive planning process, which began last year with the ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 31st, 2023. Full-time staff ..read more

“We can’t bury our heads in the sand. We have to be positive, we have to be out there, and we have to be educated. […] It’s not just a soccer job, though – you’re not just a soccer coach, you’re a role model to these kids.” - Gary Lewis, Chicago Fire Football Academy Technical Director Empathy, appreciation, safety, vulnerability, awareness, and authenticity – these are the focus areas of our Switch the Pitch inclusive coach training series. The latest installment of the training, launched by Common Goal and led by Soccer Without Borders, was held in February in partnership with the Chica ..read more