| Major group affiliation: |
- Scientific and technological communities
- Children and youth
- Women
- Non-governmental organization
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| Involvement in UN Partnerships: |
Yes |
| If yes, explain in detail: |
UN Women, UNDP, USAID, ABADE, Canadian Red Cross, |
| Publications: |
Cooperate partnerships
At ACSA, we believe in the transformative power of unity, compassion and collaboration. We invite organizations, individuals, government bodies and businesses to join us on a journey towards positive change. Together we can create a brighter future for refugees and women and empower them through the arts, sports and entrepreneurship.
Empowering women:
Empowering women is at the center of our initiatives. ACSA is committed to equipping women with the tools they need to succeed, whether it’s through artistic expression, athletic achievement, or pursuing entrepreneurial endeavors. By partnering with us, you are directly impacting women’s lives, helping them break down barriers and realize their full potential. |
Statements or documents submitted
Commission on Sustainable Development:
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Sustainable Development Goal:
ACSA Sports and Cultural Association (ACSA), where we are committed to making a positive impact on the world by supporting refugees and women through arts, sports and entrepreneurship. At ACSA, we strongly believe in the power of collaboration and community to create meaningful change and are committed to contributing to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Our Approach
Art for Empowerment: We use the transformative power of art to provide a platform for self-expression and healing. Through creative workshops, exhibitions and art projects, we encourage refugees and women to discover their talents and connect with their inner selves.
Sport for unity: Sport has a remarkable ability to bring people together, transcend boundaries and foster a sense of belonging. At ACSA, we organize sporting events, educational programs and recreational activities that promote physical well-being, teamwork and cultural exchange.
Entrepreneurship for Independence: We believe that entrepreneurship is a way to economic independence and self-sufficiency. Through mentorship, training and access to resources, we empower refugees and women to start their own businesses, drive economic growth and strengthen resilience. |
| Publications: |
Sports and anti-narcotics project in cooperation with the Ministry of Anti-Narcotics, Kabul, Afghanistan in 2010
– Encourage young people and adults to exercise and do physical activities and keep them away from drugs
– Increasing the knowledge and awareness of 30 teachers from 15 schools (districts 3, 6 and 13 of Kabul) about the benefits of sports and the harms of drugs.
ACSA Cup in cooperation with USAID and AWEC organizations in Kabul, Afghanistan in 2015-2011
– Strengthening sports skills and increasing self-confidence in women and teenagers through sports competitions
– Motivating women and children for sports and healthy activities
– Organizing taekwondo, football and volleyball competitions for women and teenagers
Empowerment of widows by GIZ organization in Kabul, Afghanistan in 2014-2015 – Support and economic empowerment of widows through entrepreneurship
– Providing facilities for a group of widows (100) to make balls for themselves and make a living
Establishing a well-equipped sports club for wealthy women in cooperation with (USAID) and Abadi in 2014-2015 and opening the fourth ACSA branch in Pol Sorkh (District 3 of Kabul) To expand sports services to that part of the city, Encouraging women to exercise and be healthy, Strengthen sports skills
Sports for Health project through ASGP in cooperation with USAID in Kabul, Afghanistan in 2011-2012
– Increasing self-confidence and empowerment of 40 female athletes and their families – Holding training sessions for 40 female athletes and their families. |
| Purpose of the organization: |
The first women’s sports fashion show in Kabul, Afghanistan in 2014
– Hosting the first women’s sports fashion show in Afghanistan, Encouraging women to exercise and be healthy
Celebration of International Women’s Day in collaboration with USAID and AWEC in Kabul, Afghanistan in 2014
– Host of International Women’s Day with the presence of active women; athlete; Artist and entrepreneur
Training of sports coaches in collaboration with NOC & SSF organization in Kabul, Afghanistan, in 2011
– Holding a special training workshop for 100 female coaches to improve sports and leadership skills
Coaching course training with coaches from America in Kabul, Afghanistan, 2015
– Hosting professional training for female athletes and coaches by four people American export coaches
– Creating employment through sports and encouraging women to coach in sports
Celebrate International Women’s Day at the Burnaby Community Center in Burnaby, Canada, 2017 Hosting International Women’s Day with the presence of Farsi-speaking communities in Vancouver, Canada, Social integration of Farsi-speaking immigrants and refugees of BC province in Canada
Holding the Kabul-Tehran-Vancouver exhibition in collaboration with KIWASSA in Vancouver, Canada 2018.
-Hosting the first arts and crafts fair featuring newcomers, immigrants and women in Vancouver, Canada
Teaching sports courses (Taekwondo, fitness) at the KIWASSA center for Persian-speaking refugees and immigrants in Vancouver, Canada 2018-2019
Empowering immigrant women in business in BC Canada in collaboration with KIWASSA and WEC in 2019
-Holding a training course for immigrant women and new arrivals to help open businesses in Vancouver, Canada
Sports project to eliminate violence against women in cooperation with UNWOMEN in 2020
-Reducing violence against women through sports
– Creating unity and solidarity of women through sports activities (in the provinces of Kabul, Herat, Farah, Badghis, Takhar, Balkh) in the fields of taekwondo, volleyball, art, badminton. |
| Activities relevant to the conference of States Parties to the convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: |
Sports championships until International Women’s Day in cooperation with UNWOMEN in 2021
– Celebrating International Women’s Day, Encourage women to exercise,
Creating unity and solidarity of women through sports activities (in Kabul, Uruzgan, Farah provinces)
Social integration of refugee women through sports in collaboration with CPRA [Canadian Parks and Recreation Association] in Vancouver, Canada in 2021
-Yoga, fitness and group games for refugee women in Canada, Reducing stress and creating a happy mood for refugee women
Creating an online store under the name of Pomegranate in cooperation with New West City in 2021-2022
– Creating an online store for refugee women – Helping refugee women to introduce their arts and crafts. Creation of arts and crafts exhibition to introduce women
18. Program of social integration of refugee women through art and culture in collaboration with VANCITY In 2021-2020
– Creating an online platform to help refugee women to introduce their products and handicrafts and arts
– Helping refugee women to achieve economic independence and start a small business
Football and taekwondo training in BC for young newcomers in 2021-2022
– Soccer and Taekwondo training for refugees and newcomers in Burnaby, Surrey, New Westminster
Yoga and fitness training for Afghan newcomers in BC province in collaboration with Canadian Women and Sport in 2022
– Sports training for Afghan newcomers in BC, Canada to reduce stress and happiness and to boost their positive spirits. Helping Afghan newcomers to familiarize themselves with the new environment and strengthen self-confidence |
| Confirmation of the activities of the organization at the regional, national or international level: |
Sports training for Afghan newcomers in collaboration with VIA Sports in BC, Canada in 2022
– Sports training for Afghan newcomers in Vancouver, Burnaby, Canada reduces stress and happiness
Empowering the newly arrived youth of Afghanistan through sports in cooperation with the CPRA organization in 2023
– Sports training for Afghan newcomers. Integration of Afghan newcomers through sports. Development of sports skills of Afghan newcomers. Holding competitions for young Afghan newcomers
Receiving the mother game project in collaboration with SIRC in Coquitlam, Canada, 2022
– Sports training for refugee and immigrant mothers. Creating sports habits for mothers. Encouraging mothers to exercise and be healthy
Integration of Afghan refugees through sports (IARS) in collaboration with the Canadian Red Cross in 2023-2024
– Counseling program for Afghan newcomers in BC province. Teaching sports and local games to reduce stress. Social integration of Afghan newcomers in Hadid culture and society. |
| A list of members of the governing body of the organization, and their countries of nationality: |
Empowerment of Afghan Women through Entrepreneurship (2023-2024)
- Business management training workshop
- Entrepreneurship and financial management training workshop
- Mentoring
- Business plan training
The first event of the world entrepreneurship week (2023)
- Focusing on the entrepreneurship of Persian speaking women by ACSA
organization
Social integration of Afghan Newcomer seniors through art and awareness
in BC, Canada
- Promote the social integration of newly arrived Afghan seniors in BC by
providing opportunities for creative expression and cultural exchange.
- To raise awareness in the local community about the experiences and
contributions of newly arrived Afghan seniors.
- Reducing social isolation and improving the overall well-being of newly arrived
Afghan seniors through meaningful participation in art and awareness activities. |
| Description of the membership of the organization, indicating the total number of members: |
Canada Summer Job project (2024), to support refugees and newcomers employment in Canada funded by Employment and social development of Canada |
| Affiliation with other organizations: |
UN Women, AWEC,
Canadian Women for Afghan Women
Canadian Red Cross
Canadian Women and Sport
Women Economy Council
Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women
Women and Gender Equality Canada |
| Publications: |
Sports project to eliminate violence against women in cooperation with UNWOMEN in 2020
-Reducing violence against women through sports
– Creating unity and solidarity of women through sports activities (in the provinces of Kabul, Herat, Farah, Badghis, Takhar, Balkh) in the fields of taekwondo, volleyball, art, badminton.
Sports championships until International Women’s Day in cooperation with UNWOMEN in 2021
– Celebrating International Women’s Day, Encourage women to exercise,
Creating unity and solidarity of women through sports activities (in Kabul, Uruzgan, Farah provinces)
Social integration of refugee women through sports in collaboration with CPRA [Canadian Parks and Recreation Association] in Vancouver, Canada in 2021
-Yoga, fitness and group games for refugee women in Canada, Reducing stress and creating a happy mood for refugee women
Creating an online store under the name of Pomegranate in cooperation with New West City in 2021-2022
– Creating an online store for refugee women – Helping refugee women to introduce their arts and crafts. Creation of arts and crafts exhibition to introduce women
18. Program of social integration of refugee women through art and culture in collaboration with VANCITY In 2021-2020
– Creating an online platform to help refugee women to introduce their products and handicrafts and arts
– Helping refugee women to achieve economic independence and start a small business
Football and taekwondo training in BC for young newcomers in 2021-2022
– Soccer and Taekwondo training for refugees and newcomers in Burnaby, Surrey, New Westminster
Yoga and fitness training for Afghan newcomers in BC province in collaboration with Canadian Women and Sport in 2022
– Sports training for Afghan newcomers in BC, Canada to reduce stress and happiness and to boost their positive spirits. Helping Afghan newcomers to familiarize themselves with the new environment and strengthen self-confidence
Sports training for Afghan newcomers in collaboration with VIA Sports in BC, Canada in 2022
– Sports training for Afghan newcomers in Vancouver, Burnaby, Canada reduces stress and happiness
Empowering the newly arrived youth of Afghanistan through sports in cooperation with the CPRA organization in 2023
– Sports training for Afghan newcomers. Integration of Afghan newcomers through sports. Development of sports skills of Afghan newcomers. Holding competitions for young Afghan newcomers
Receiving the mother game project in collaboration with SIRC in Coquitlam, Canada, 2022
– Sports training for refugee and immigrant mothers. Creating sports habits for mothers. Encouraging mothers to exercise and be healthy
Integration of Afghan refugees through sports (IARS) in collaboration with the Canadian Red Cross in 2023-2024
– Counseling program for Afghan newcomers in BC province. Teaching sports and local games to reduce stress. Social integration of Afghan newcomers in Hadid culture and society. |
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