Draft:Goleadoras Foundation

Goleadoras is a non-governmental organization dedicated to empowering girls through soccer, founded by Eglantina Zingg in 2010[1]. Goleadoras focus on the development of girls and women living in vulnerable communities. Their collaboration with UNICEF, the UN, and various private sector partners in countries such as Haiti, Venezuela, and Mexico has had a profound impact on the lives of thousands of children.

Currently, Goleadoras operates training programs in Colombia and Ecuador, with upcoming expansions planned for Venezuela and Miami.

History

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Goleadoras originated 13 years ago with the inception of Proyecto Paz Latinoamérica (PPLA), a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting a culture of peace and alternative education for girls in vulnerable communities throughout Latin America. Goleadoras utilize soccer as a means to foster greater inclusion, identity, and equality.

Effectiveness

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Goleadoras harness soccer as a powerful tool to empower girls and women worldwide. Their mission is to promote physical and emotional well-being, non-violent assertiveness, teamwork, self-esteem, creativity, discipline, and leadership skills among girls.[2]

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