Defensores del Chaco
PROGRAMME Liga Callejera
LOCATION based in Chaco Chico, Buenos Aires; the league works in several provinces in Argentina
FIELD OF WORK education health youth leadership
TARGET GROUP children aged two and above
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS 1750
USING FOOTBALL SINCE 1994
MEMBER SINCE 2002
WEBSITE www.defensoresdelchaco.org.ar

Based in Greater Buenos Aires, Defensores del Chaco creates opportunities for and by youths that live in a life of uncertainty and with limited opportunities. The organisation’s objective is to contribute to social change through the formation of community leaders and sustainable projects that address the problems affecting the community.

Organised in a national league, 3,000 youths in Argentina play “Fútbol Callejero” (Street Football). The methodology aims at tapping into the full potential of football by applying special rules to the game which relate to certain social and community based-issues. Apart from sporting activities and leadership training, the institution also organises workshops on health issues and implements various activities in their own cultural centre. Through cooperation with schools, community centres and other institutions, Defensores del Chaco also provides volunteer and job opportunities for their participants.
 
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  • Defensores del Chaco
  • Contact
    Maximiliano PelayesPresident
  • Address
    4800 Padre Varvello
    Paso del Rey Moreno Buenos Aires
    Argentina
  • Phone
    +54 (0) 237-4664023
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