History

In May 2019, a new three-year partnership was announced between the Urdd and international agency United Purpose to provide young apprentices with opportunities to gain experience working in countries across Africa, Asia and South America.

Since then, a group of the Urdd sports staff, apprentices and volunteers have visited Moving The Goalposts charity in Kilifi, Kenya in 2019 and 2023.

April 2023

In April 2023, 10 Urdd staff, former apprentices, current apprentices and volunteers went to Kilifi county, Kenya.

The aim of the trip was to work with MTG to use coaching and leadership skills to develop and empower young women.

The objectives of the trip were to use sport to develop leadership skills, host and lead football activities with MTG staff, and improve the confidence and well-being of the young girls by discussing current issues.

August 2019

In August 2019, 4 Urdd apprentices traveled to Kenya to work on the 'Moving the Goalposts' scheme with United Purpose. 

The first stage of the partnership was the visit to Kenya in 2019 as the group worked on one of United Purpose's major sports projects, Moving the Goal Posts, which uses sport to promote leadership and develop confidence in girls.

During the trip the apprentices led football activities with over 400 young girls to develop their confidence as well as their sports and leadership skills.