Take Part in Darfur United’s Story

by Gabriel | Aug 3, 2016

It did not start as a happy story. On the contrary, Ismail’s refugee story begins as most refugee stories do: with violence, loss, and heartbreak. Young Ismail used soccer to renew his heart, and he grew up to be one of the most positive, joyful people...

Inspiring quotes from the new DUSA Camp Kounoungou Coaches!

by Bridget Grant | Mar 10, 2016

The four Darfur United Soccer Academy (DUSA) coaches for camp Kounoungou have been selected! The Kounoungou academy marks the fifth DUSA to open in refugee camps along the Chad-Sudan border. The program is now 20 coaches strong and provides up to 10,000 displaced boys...

A Magical Space for Kicks and Hope

by Gabriel | Mar 1, 2016

Darfur United Soccer Academy – Peace, Kicks, and Hope from i-ACT on Vimeo. After launching a project with and for the refugees in these remote camps in eastern Chad, iACT leaves. The new refugee program leaders take on the responsibility, the challenges, and the...

We’re opening TWO new DUSAs!

by Sara-Christine | Feb 16, 2016

During our recent trip to camp Goz Amer in November 2014, iACT opened the third-ever Darfur United Soccer Academy for refugee girls and boys ages 6-13 in the eastern Chad camps. Over the span of a couple days, Darfur United Coach Ambassador Bridget Grant led a group...

sportanddev.org caught up with iACT director of programs

by Sara-Christine | Oct 15, 2015

What is the impact of the Beyond Sport Awards? 15 October 2015, Paul Hunt This article was originally written by Paul Hunt and published on Sports and Development news.  Why apply for a Beyond Sport Award? The Darfur United Soccer Academy, winner of the 2014 Sport for...