From Risk to Rugby: Farida’s Story

In the heart of Mombasa, Mama Farida is doing everything she can to keep her family afloat. A single mother of three daughters and a grandchild, she lives in a cramped one-room home. With her eldest daughter unwell and no steady income, Mama Farida bears the full...

From Shadows to Scholarships: Cynthia’s Story

In Kibera, Africa's largest urban slum, fourteen-year-old Cynthia was living in a single-room home shared with her mother and four siblings. Life in Kibera is a daily struggle - no running water, sporadic electricity, and open sewers are a part of the everyday...

Courage Beyond Diagnosis: Brian’s story

Brian was born with HIV, a diagnosis he’s carried silently through most of his childhood. Orphaned at just six years old, he has been raised by his grandmother in a small tin-walled house along the Kibera railway line. Accessing regular medication was a challenge, and...

A Chance Encounter, A Life Revealed: Evans’ Story

At The Atlas Foundation, we know that sometimes the most important stories don’t come through formal channels; they are found in everyday places, in quiet corners, in moments of honesty. This is the story of Evans. Evans is 15 years old and lives in Kitale, Kenya....

Tendai Frashaz’s Story

Tendai Frashaz, a 13-year-old girl from Chikhuthe Village under Traditional Authority Njewa in Lilongwe, is the daughter of Samson and Cecilia Frashaz. Her inspiring story begins in October 2020, when she fell seriously ill and was referred from Area 25 Health Centre...

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Charles’ Story

Charles lives in Kibera, the largest slum in Africa. Our partners, King Rugby Development Academy, have brought happiness, education and sport into Charles’ life.

Ke Mardy’s Story

When his parents could no longer handle his care, Ke Mardy was placed into an NGO at 14 years old. Our partner, Kampuchea Balopp, use sport for inclusivity and now Ke Mardy welcomes others with disabilities to feel less alone.

Nico’s Story

From shanty towns in Buenos Aires, to hot meals and hope; The Atlas Foundation is giving Nico a chance to thrive in Argentina through education and health check-ups

Zola’s story

When Atlas first met Zola, she was stuck in a community of crime, drugs, and inequality. Now she stands in the face of adversity, captaining the school rugby team and empowering more young girls to stand up for themselves

Lebogang’s Story

Meet Lebogang, who is overcoming high rates of gender inequality and violence, as well as personal loss, with the help of Gauteng Women’s Rugby Institute. Lebogang has opportunities available to her thanks to Atlas and GWRI, and her future looks bright – she is an inspiration to us all!

Vicky’s Story & Jungle Cry

We share the story of Vicky, who has been featured in the upcoming film “Jungle Cry”

Sharan’s Story

Sharan shares his story in his own words. With the help of Khelo Rugby, our local partners in India, he is now enrolled in a school and receives rugby sessions, food and mentoring from Khelo coaches.

Roukeya’s Story

Roukeya has faced hardship and trauma in her life – from losing her leg to being abused by her father. But now, with the support of Les Enfants de L’Ovale, our partners, she is now thriving.

Vinay’s Story

Vinay is a young leader at Khelo Rugby, our local partners in India. Through sport, discussion and friendship, Vinay is ensuring local children stay away from drugs and alcohol.