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Who we are.. Grassroot Soccer is the first collegiate chapter of Grassroot Soccer, Inc Grassoot Soccer utilizes the power of soccer to inspire, mobilize, and educate communities about HIV/AIDS
Grassroot Soccer Grassroot Soccer is an international non- profit organization that uses the power of soccer to educate, inspire, and mobilize communities to stop the spread of HIV. Their goal is to create an AIDS-free generation by Utilizing their skills curriculum, they reach out to youth around the world to educate on not only HIV, but risky behaviors.
Grassroot Soccer Supporters United Nations Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation World Health Organization UNAIDS Castrol And the list goes on.
Our vision here at Temple University Vision: A university campus mobilized through soccer and education to create an HIV/AIDS-aware environment. Strategy ◦ College Students are known to strive for success and thus by working as united group we can make a difference.
Why Soccer? Football (soccer) is a vital part of culture and even considered a religion to people across the world It is something so positive that it brings smiles to children’s faces even in the worst of circumstances, like conflict-ridden areas across the world In most places, simply arriving at a field with a soccer ball will win you instant friendships Ask the founders of the collegiate chapter
Why HIV/AIDS? 4vpFQ 4vpFQ 34 million men, women, and children worldwide are currently infected with HIV. 17 million people, half of those currently infected, do not yet know their status. 26 million people, more than ¾ of those currently infected, do not receive proper anti-retroviral treatment.
Why HIV/AIDS? In 2011, youth (15-24) accounted for 40% of all new global HIV infections in people aged 15 years and older In 2011, there were an estimated five million youth living with HIV and some 2400 youth newly infected with HIV every day Between 2001 and 2011, prevalence of HIV, fell by nearly 27% among young people aged globally
Our history as a collegiate chapter Founder, Haseeb Goheer, created the collegiate chapter concept
Our methods of raising HIV/AIDS awareness Methods of instruction: 1. Guest Lectures presented by experts in public health, scientific research, and social work 2. Soccer and non-soccer activities 3. Discussion-based learning 4. Linking our members and Temple University Students to local HIV/AIDS organizations in the Philadelphia area
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Membership benefits Dri-fit T-shirts Volunteering opportunities Recognition around campus and the world and much more! Membership Dues? $0!!
How to Join Visit our website and join our list Templegrassrootsoccer.weebly.com if you have