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Stories from
the Field
With year-round activities happening across our hubs in Nicaragua, Uganda, and the United States, there is no shortage of inspiring stories to share. Stay up to date with all of the latest news around Soccer Without Borders through our blog, newsletters, and social media.
Dara Ely, SWB
Nov 1, 2021
Moving Towards Liberation at Soccer Without Borders Maryland
Several of the Soccer Without Borders Maryland staff members recently completed a 10-month Moving Towards Liberation Cohort Learning...
Soccer Without Borders
Oct 11, 2021
USA Global Goal 5 Accelerator: Impact Report
At Soccer Without Borders, nearly 50% of our participants and more than half of our coaches identify as female. Since our founding in...
Dara Ely, SWB
Sep 16, 2021
Nick Brooks Named Director at Soccer Without Borders Maryland
Soccer Without Borders is pleased to announce that Nick Brooks has been named Director of SWB Maryland. A Baltimore County native and...
Soccer Without Borders
Aug 31, 2021
SWB Baltimore Featured by BCPS
Soccer Without Borders' Baltimore summer program has been featured by Baltimore County Public Schools as part of its "Summer Stories"...
Soccer Without Borders
Jul 9, 2021
Warshan Hussin to Serve on Beyond Soccer Panel
SWB Finance Associate and head coach Warshan Hussin will be featured on a panel at the upcoming Beyond Sport Conference: Beyond Soccer on...
Soccer Without Borders
Apr 27, 2021
SWB Baltimore Kicks Off Global Goal Five Gender Action Plans
SWB Baltimore is the latest US site to implement its Global Goal Five Accelerator Gender Action Plans.
Soccer Without Borders
Apr 24, 2021
Volunteer Spotlight: Sophia Corrigan
Sophia and her sister Anne joined SWB Baltimore in Jan 2019 and volunteer as part of the Family Mentor Program. As a Family Mentor she...
Soccer Without Borders
Apr 18, 2021
Volunteer Spotlight: Erin Crossley
Erin is a junior at the University of Maryland and has been a part of SWB Baltimore as a volunteer with the Vanguard Middle School since...
Dara Ely, SWB
Mar 15, 2021
SWB Baltimore Expands High School Program with Support from Abell Foundation
Soccer Without Borders Maryland has received a $60,000 grant from the Abell Foundation to support its High School Enrichment Program for...
Soccer Without Borders
Nov 20, 2020
The Launch of The Global Goal 5 USA Accelerator
SWB USA programs officially kicked off the start of the GG5 Accelerator with a storytelling event: “If She Can See It, She Can Be It."
Soccer Without Borders
Oct 20, 2020
Advancing Racial Justice at Soccer Without Borders
On the precipice of a new season we wanted to cement our commitment to supporting the movement for racial justice in our programs and beyond
Soccer Without Borders
Aug 4, 2020
Baltimore Ravens Award Soccer Without Borders with PLAY 60 Grant
Funding will support programs for 100 SWB Maryland middle school youth to develop their English, soccer and leadership skills.
Soccer Without Borders
Jul 5, 2020
Soccer Without Borders launches the Virtual Summer Academy
The Virtual Summer Academies combines small group sessions with at-home wellness, English language development, and academic activities.
Soccer Without Borders
Jun 18, 2020
Reflections From SWB 8th Grade Graduates in Maryland
SWB Maryland 8th grade graduates share some of their fondest memories from the time they have spent with SWB so far
Soccer Without Borders
Jun 10, 2020
Aya Features With Best in the World: Discussing Equal Opportunity
SWB Maryland's Aya, features alongside Ada Hegerberg, Blaise Matuidi, Juan Mata, and Eniola Aluko to discuss equal opportunities in soccer.
Soccer Without Borders
Jun 5, 2020
Building a More Inclusive and Equitable World
Soccer Without Borders was founded in 2006 with a vision for an inclusive and equitable world.
Soccer Without Borders
Jun 4, 2020
Soccer Without Borders Celebrates End of Stay Home Season
The Stay Home Season brought over 100 teams from 4 countries, 15 states, and 40 cities together to connect through a global competition.
Soccer Without Borders
May 29, 2020
Soccer Without Borders Alumni Welcome Day 2020
It is with great pride and gratitude that SWB welcomes over 120 graduating seniors from around the world into our alumni network!
Soccer Without Borders
May 5, 2020
Keep the Ball Moving Juggle Challenge
Keep the Ball moving by sending us your juggle video!
Soccer Without Borders
Apr 29, 2020
Soccer Without Borders Featured by SB Nation
SB Nation shines a spotlight on the transformative experience of Warshan Hussin, a former SWB Maryland participant and current staff member.
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