Introducing Darfur United Soccer Academy
Introducing the Darfur United Soccer Academy in Camp Djabal from i-ACT on Vimeo. Rachael Rapinoe, the first Darfur United Coach Ambassador, meets with prospective DUSA coaches to introduce herself and express her hopes for the program.![[video] On the Move, with Starts and Stops](https://i0.wp.com/darfurunited.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/IMG_2977.jpg?fit=1080%2C607&ssl=1)
[video] On the Move, with Starts and Stops
Editor’s Note: This post, written by Gabriel Stauring originally appeared on iactivism.org. i-ACT 17: On the Move, with Starts and Stops from i-ACT on Vimeo. As soon as I land in N’Djamena, I’m itching to get on a plane to the east, so we can be in a...
First Adventure in Chad: an Interview with Rachael Rapinoe
We’ve arrived to Kou Kou, and this being Chad, the journey had some confusion, bumps, laughter, and excitement along the way. Since this was Rachael Rapinoe’s first travel within Chad, I thought I’d ask her some questions about her experience! Sara-Christine: So,...
UP Soccer Alum Launches First Soccer Program for Girls in Darfuri Refugee Camps
Rachael Rapinoe, graduate of University of Portland and former Pilots soccer teammate, will join i-ACT, CA-based nonprofit, on an upcoming trip to Darfuri refugee camps in eastern Chad. Over the last year, Rapinoe has helped create the core curriculum for the first ever Darfuri refugee soccer academy for girls and boys ages 6-13, Darfur United Soccer Academy. Last year, i-ACT won the Peace and Sport NGO of the Year award in 2012 for its work with the Darfur United (DU) men’s team. Now, they are expanding their work to include the Academy.