Dribbling Towards a Brighter Future: Football’s Role in Indian Schools

The OSCAR Foundation is transforming lives in India by leveraging the game of football as a vehicle to empower education among disadvantaged communities. Founded by Ashok Rathod, the program combines football training with life skills education to motivate kids to attend school on a regular basis. T...

The OSCAR Foundation is transforming lives in India by leveraging the game of football as a vehicle to empower education among disadvantaged communities. Founded by Ashok Rathod, the program combines football training with life skills education to motivate kids to attend school on a regular basis. Through interactive sessions, kids learn teamwork, discipline, and leadership while sharpening their academic focus. The program has reached thousands of children, with opportunities to exit the poverty cycle and dream of better futures. OSCAR's innovative model also prioritizes gender equality by promoting girls' engagement in football, building confidence and autonomy. This influential campaign demonstrates the ability of sport to bring about social change, marrying a passion for football with aspiration for education. Source: Euronews, OSCAR Foundation