【Project Activities】

We donated new and used sports equipment collected in Japan to support grassroots sports development in Nigeria.

【Project Background】

Our company provides Nigerian students with opportunities to study in Japan, and we witnessed firsthand that a lack of sports equipment was preventing them from practicing adequately.

【Project Objective】

To provide an environment where children who wanted to play sports but could not—due to a lack of equipment and other barriers—can participate.

【Project Area】

Sport Promotion

【Methods】

Equipment provision / facility improvements

【Outcomes】

Access to sports is expanding for children who previously could not play, or could not practice enough, enabling them to enjoy sports more fully.

【Voices from Participants and Partners】

“Japan’s secondhand equipment is still in very good condition, so we are truly grateful.” (Leaders of Nigeria’s Olympic Committee and several sports federations)
“Many players could not play properly because their shoes were worn out, but now they can focus on training.” (Table tennis coach)

【Challenges and Lessons Learned】

Because some items may not reach those who truly need them—and may instead be sold for personal gain—we must carefully select recipient organizations and communities.

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