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WHERE
WE
WORK
UNITED STATES: THE POWER OF MENTORSHIP
In a University of Minnesota study, youth consistently described coach
mentorship as a key driver of confidence, positive mindset, and goalsetting skills that extend beyond the program.
“[My coaches] made me feel comfortable in all ways. I could go to them for
anything: if I’m feeling down, if I need help with basketball, anything like
that.”
- Araya, PeacePlayers Brooklyn
NORTHERN IRELAND: VISIBLE IMPACT
100% of teachers, coaches, and community center leaders observed
positive interactions between young people from different backgrounds,
demonstrating visible real-world impact.
“Children’s social skills improved, and this grew in confidence week on week, as
well as their ability to make and sustain friendships. I could see children from both
schools approaching each other to communicate and invite to play alongside.”
- Teacher from a PeacePlayers Northern Ireland Partner School
