Over the last few years, the FIBA Foundation has been empowering Youth Leaders through training and education, increasing their leadership skills and confidence, and teaching them how to use Basketball For Good to address issues in their local communities.
Youth Leaders are nominated by their National Federations and typically take part in a program encompassing four key stages:
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Virtual Tip Off Sessions - An opportunity to meet fellow youth leaders in their region and develop a greater understanding of the role basketball can play in positive social change.
In Person Workshop – A three to five day workshop combining theoretical sessions with hands-on Basketball For Good experience.
Virtual Mentoring - Mentoring sessions to help develop and guide the delivery of a Basketball For Good project in their community.
Alumni Network - Alumni join the global community of FIBA Foundation Youth Leaders, with ongoing additional opportunities for exchange and engagement.
After completing the program, the Youth Leaders are tasked to implement and run their Basketball For Good projects within their respective countries, thereby becoming official Basketball For Good Ambassadors.
The Youth Leadership program in 2024
31
Youth Leaders
23
Countries
58%
Female Youth Leaders
45
Basketball For Good projects delivered