The RFEF launches ‘Equipazo’, a social project that backs football as a driver of change

In a strategic move to leverage football for social change, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), in partnership with the UEFA Foundation for Children, has unveiled ‘Equipazo’, a pioneering initiative aimed at utilising the sport as a catalyst for social transformation.

The project is designed to enhance the quality of life for disadvantaged children, advocating for equality, integration, diversity, and healthy lifestyles through the medium of sport.

The inception of Equipazo reflects a strong commitment to both national and societal impact, engaging various entities including clubs, NGOs, foundations, and associations that are dedicated to supporting at-risk populations.

The initiative prioritises several critical objectives: promoting participation in sports, improving health and educational outcomes, preventing violence, and fostering social inclusion.

Operating under the banner “Salir a Ganar” (“Go Out to Win”), the RFEF reinforces its resolve to dismantle barriers that children might face throughout their formative years.

Central to the project’s implementation is a partnership with Club Dragones de Lavapiés, an institution that embodies the values of diversity and community-building by bringing together young athletes from diverse ethnic backgrounds.

This collaboration highlights the importance of celebrating variations in culture while promoting unity through sport.

To bolster the initiative, the RFEF is pledging its resources, providing partners with access to facilities, logistical support, professional training, and increased visibility.

This comprehensive support structure aims to serve multiple social groups, including refugees, the homeless, individuals with disabilities, and vulnerable children, thereby underscoring the federation’s commitment to social responsibility within the sports sphere.

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