Announcements 4 MIN. READ SHARE Xcalibur Smart Mapping, Xcalibur Foundation and African Gifted Foundation renew commitment to women’s leadership in Africa HERoSTEM, the STEM training programme created by Xcalibur Smart Mapping, Xcalibur Foundation and African Gifted Foundation, has been renewed for another three years. The agreement includes the funding of scholarships for 15 African Science Academy (ASA) students, as well as the organisation of summer internships each The previous edition of the programme involved more than 60 young ASA students and alumnae, while 32 Xcalibur Smart Mapping volunteers contributed a total of 341 hours of mentoring and leadership talks. Xcalibur Smart Mapping, a global leader in aerial geophysics and mapping industry, along with Xcalibur Foundation, a non-profit organisation dedicated to advancing international development cooperation in regions where its parent company —Xcalibur Smart Mapping— operates, have signed an agreement with the African Gifted Foundation to extend HERoSTEM, the programme for the professional development of African students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) careers. HERoSTEM provides mentoring, scholarships and internship opportunities for students and alumnae of the ASA. This agreement is a three-year extension of the programme (2025-2027) which includes the funding of scholarships for 15 students and the organisation of at least three summer internships per year. This renewed commitment between Xcalibur Smart Mapping, Xcalibur Foundation and African Gifted Foundation reinforces efforts to transform the future of STEM education for women in Africa. 341 hours of mentoring and more than 60 young people involved in the programme. Since its first edition in 2024, HERoSTEM has involved 341 hours of Xcalibur Smart Mapping volunteers in mentoring and speaking engagements. In addition, more than 60 ASA students and alumane have participated in the company’s professional sessions in various areas and 19 ASA alumnae received personalised mentoring to guide their academic and professional careers. The three organisations actively collaborate in the delivery of the programme: Xcalibur Foundation leads the coordination of the programme; Xcalibur Smart Mapping offers specialised technical expertise and resources, facilitating the exchange of professional knowledge; and African Gifted Foundation integrates the HERoSTEM programme into the curriculum of the ASA. Laura Blanco, ESG Director at Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Programme Director at Xcalibur Foundation, highlights: “From both a personal and professional perspective, I am delighted to be able to continue to support the African Gifted Foundation through our HERoSTEM initiative, to continue empowering young African women in STEM careers. This project is a very important step in bridging the gender gap, while supporting education, providing access to guidance and mentoring, and creating career opportunities. By investing in these future leaders, we are not only fostering innovation, but also making a sustainable and lasting impact on industry, society and education.” Javier Lezcano, Executive Director of Xcalibur Foundation, says: “It is an honour to include this project in our gender programmes and to see how our team brings not only their experience, but also their professional and cultural knowledge. This initiative is a testament to the power of international cooperation.” Finally, Yasameen Al-jboury, Executive Director of African Gifted Foundation, says: “We are excited to continue our partnership with Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Xcalibur Foundation as we enter the second year of the HERoSTEM initiative. This phase marks an expansion of our mentoring programme, which has been instrumental in supporting young students in STEM careers. By deepening our collaboration, we strengthen our commitment to unlocking the potential of young African women by providing them with skills, confidence and opportunities to become leaders in STEM fields. 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SHARE Xcalibur Smart Mapping, Xcalibur Foundation and African Gifted Foundation renew commitment to women’s leadership in Africa HERoSTEM, the STEM training programme created by Xcalibur Smart Mapping, Xcalibur Foundation and African Gifted Foundation, has been renewed for another three years. The agreement includes the funding of scholarships for 15 African Science Academy (ASA) students, as well as the organisation of summer internships each The previous edition of the programme involved more than 60 young ASA students and alumnae, while 32 Xcalibur Smart Mapping volunteers contributed a total of 341 hours of mentoring and leadership talks. Xcalibur Smart Mapping, a global leader in aerial geophysics and mapping industry, along with Xcalibur Foundation, a non-profit organisation dedicated to advancing international development cooperation in regions where its parent company —Xcalibur Smart Mapping— operates, have signed an agreement with the African Gifted Foundation to extend HERoSTEM, the programme for the professional development of African students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) careers. HERoSTEM provides mentoring, scholarships and internship opportunities for students and alumnae of the ASA. This agreement is a three-year extension of the programme (2025-2027) which includes the funding of scholarships for 15 students and the organisation of at least three summer internships per year. This renewed commitment between Xcalibur Smart Mapping, Xcalibur Foundation and African Gifted Foundation reinforces efforts to transform the future of STEM education for women in Africa. 341 hours of mentoring and more than 60 young people involved in the programme. Since its first edition in 2024, HERoSTEM has involved 341 hours of Xcalibur Smart Mapping volunteers in mentoring and speaking engagements. In addition, more than 60 ASA students and alumane have participated in the company’s professional sessions in various areas and 19 ASA alumnae received personalised mentoring to guide their academic and professional careers. The three organisations actively collaborate in the delivery of the programme: Xcalibur Foundation leads the coordination of the programme; Xcalibur Smart Mapping offers specialised technical expertise and resources, facilitating the exchange of professional knowledge; and African Gifted Foundation integrates the HERoSTEM programme into the curriculum of the ASA. Laura Blanco, ESG Director at Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Programme Director at Xcalibur Foundation, highlights: “From both a personal and professional perspective, I am delighted to be able to continue to support the African Gifted Foundation through our HERoSTEM initiative, to continue empowering young African women in STEM careers. This project is a very important step in bridging the gender gap, while supporting education, providing access to guidance and mentoring, and creating career opportunities. By investing in these future leaders, we are not only fostering innovation, but also making a sustainable and lasting impact on industry, society and education.” Javier Lezcano, Executive Director of Xcalibur Foundation, says: “It is an honour to include this project in our gender programmes and to see how our team brings not only their experience, but also their professional and cultural knowledge. This initiative is a testament to the power of international cooperation.” Finally, Yasameen Al-jboury, Executive Director of African Gifted Foundation, says: “We are excited to continue our partnership with Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Xcalibur Foundation as we enter the second year of the HERoSTEM initiative. This phase marks an expansion of our mentoring programme, which has been instrumental in supporting young students in STEM careers. By deepening our collaboration, we strengthen our commitment to unlocking the potential of young African women by providing them with skills, confidence and opportunities to become leaders in STEM fields. Together, we are building a future where gender equality in science and technology is the norm, not the exception.”
Xcalibur Smart Mapping, Xcalibur Foundation and African Gifted Foundation renew commitment to women’s leadership in Africa HERoSTEM, the STEM training programme created by Xcalibur Smart Mapping, Xcalibur Foundation and African Gifted Foundation, has been renewed for another three years. The agreement includes the funding of scholarships for 15 African Science Academy (ASA) students, as well as the organisation of summer internships each The previous edition of the programme involved more than 60 young ASA students and alumnae, while 32 Xcalibur Smart Mapping volunteers contributed a total of 341 hours of mentoring and leadership talks. Xcalibur Smart Mapping, a global leader in aerial geophysics and mapping industry, along with Xcalibur Foundation, a non-profit organisation dedicated to advancing international development cooperation in regions where its parent company —Xcalibur Smart Mapping— operates, have signed an agreement with the African Gifted Foundation to extend HERoSTEM, the programme for the professional development of African students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) careers. HERoSTEM provides mentoring, scholarships and internship opportunities for students and alumnae of the ASA. This agreement is a three-year extension of the programme (2025-2027) which includes the funding of scholarships for 15 students and the organisation of at least three summer internships per year. This renewed commitment between Xcalibur Smart Mapping, Xcalibur Foundation and African Gifted Foundation reinforces efforts to transform the future of STEM education for women in Africa. 341 hours of mentoring and more than 60 young people involved in the programme. Since its first edition in 2024, HERoSTEM has involved 341 hours of Xcalibur Smart Mapping volunteers in mentoring and speaking engagements. In addition, more than 60 ASA students and alumane have participated in the company’s professional sessions in various areas and 19 ASA alumnae received personalised mentoring to guide their academic and professional careers. The three organisations actively collaborate in the delivery of the programme: Xcalibur Foundation leads the coordination of the programme; Xcalibur Smart Mapping offers specialised technical expertise and resources, facilitating the exchange of professional knowledge; and African Gifted Foundation integrates the HERoSTEM programme into the curriculum of the ASA. Laura Blanco, ESG Director at Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Programme Director at Xcalibur Foundation, highlights: “From both a personal and professional perspective, I am delighted to be able to continue to support the African Gifted Foundation through our HERoSTEM initiative, to continue empowering young African women in STEM careers. This project is a very important step in bridging the gender gap, while supporting education, providing access to guidance and mentoring, and creating career opportunities. By investing in these future leaders, we are not only fostering innovation, but also making a sustainable and lasting impact on industry, society and education.” Javier Lezcano, Executive Director of Xcalibur Foundation, says: “It is an honour to include this project in our gender programmes and to see how our team brings not only their experience, but also their professional and cultural knowledge. This initiative is a testament to the power of international cooperation.” Finally, Yasameen Al-jboury, Executive Director of African Gifted Foundation, says: “We are excited to continue our partnership with Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Xcalibur Foundation as we enter the second year of the HERoSTEM initiative. This phase marks an expansion of our mentoring programme, which has been instrumental in supporting young students in STEM careers. By deepening our collaboration, we strengthen our commitment to unlocking the potential of young African women by providing them with skills, confidence and opportunities to become leaders in STEM fields. Together, we are building a future where gender equality in science and technology is the norm, not the exception.”
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READ African Gifted Foundation, Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Xcalibur Foundation together to promote female leadership in STEM in Africa SHARE The pilot project is scheduled to run for one year, with the option for renewal • Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Xcalibur Foundation kick off their first project in the female STEM field alongside African Gifted Foundation this Wednesday 14th of February. • The primary objective of the HERoSTEM project is to contribute to the development of future female leaders in STEM through tailored mentorship and informational sessions for African Science Academy (ASA) students in Ghana, facilitating their integration into the professional world. • The pilot project will initially last for one year, with the understanding that the programme will continue if the results are satisfactory. • Xcalibur Smart Mapping contributes by offering mentorship and speaking sessions conducted by its employees to ASA alumni and current students of the institution starting. African Gifted Foundation (AGF), Xcalibur Smart Mapping (XSM), and Xcalibur Foundation (XF) are launching the HERoSTEM project on February 14th, aimed at promoting female leadership in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) in Africa. The objective of this collaboration is to contribute to the development of female leaders in STEM through mentorship for students and alumni of the African Science Academy (ASA) in Ghana and guest speaking sessions tailored to their academic training, thus facilitating their integration into the professional world. The pilot project is scheduled to run for one year, with the option for renewal. In its first stage, ASA students and alumni, selected for their high performance in various STEM areas, will receive profesional guidance from experts in different fields, including the most common technical profiles in XSM, such as geologists, geophysicists, etc. Xcalibur Smart Mapping volunteers will be responsible for this mentoring programme providing support and necessary tools for the personal and professional development of ASA students and alumni. Additionally, the students will benefit from speaking sessions held by XSM professionals from different areas of expertise. Following the agreement signing, Laura Blanco, XSM’s ESG Director, emphasized the project’s significance as a major step in Xcalibur’s CSR strategy, aligned with the Group’s global ESG agenda. This initiative aims to promote gender equality and empower women by fostering their involvement and leadership in pivotal STEM domains. ‘We have great experts in our team in GIS, geophysics etc and we are excited about how our team has embraced this intercultural synergy’ added the ESG Director. Xcalibur Foundation, will play a coordinating role between Xcalibur Smart Mapping and African Gifted Foundation, ensuring project management methodology, goal definition, project planning, monitoring, and impact measurement. María José Toro, President of XF, emphasized the significance of the HERoSTEM programme in promoting gender equality in Africa. ‘Our main mission is to enhance the emotional and physical well-being of vulnerable communities through continuous education. We are immensely proud to take a step further by fostering the training and development of women in the STEM field. The girls participating in this programme will represent the future of science on the African continent’. African Gifted Foundation will be responsible for defining areas of collaboration between XSM and XF and informing them about the training curriculum and the schedule of defined activities. Yasameen Al-jboury, Executive Director of AGF, commented ‘We are excited to partner with Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Xcalibur Foundation on this transformative project. The HERoSTEM initiative aligns perfectly with our mission to unlock the potential of Africa’s young women, empowering them to become leaders who will shape the future of STEM on the continent. Together, we will advance gender equality in STEM fields, inspiring a new generation of female scientists, technologists, engineers, and mathematicians’. In conclusion, HERoSTEM project is an educational initiative and a movement towards creating a more inclusive, equitable, and prosperous future for all. < SEE PREVIOUS NEW SEE NEXT NEW > < > Related news Last news Xcalibur Smart Mapping – Commencement of the HeliTEM Survey in India SEE MORE > Last news Xcalibur Smart Mapping and the Geological Survey of Brazil Sign Agreement to Resume Airborne Geophysical Surveys SEE MORE > Last news North East Queensland AusAEM Survey flown by Xcalibur Smart Mapping SEE MORE > Last news Xcalibur Smart Mapping and the Ministry of Water Resources of Kazakhstan Sign MoU to Advance Water Resource Mapping SEE MORE > Last news Official Launch of Zambia’s High-Resolution Aerial Geophysical Survey Project SEE MORE > Last news Airborne Gravity Data Capture and Geoid Modelling SEE MORE > Last news Xcalibur Smart Mapping Partners with Curtin University to Pioneer Aerial Detection Technology for Natural Hydrogen Exploration SEE MORE > Last news Xcalibur Smart Mapping to support sustainable mining and natural capital exploration in Bhutan SEE MORE > Last news Technology Driving a Data-Driven Energy Transition SEE MORE > Contact us. 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SHARE The pilot project is scheduled to run for one year, with the option for renewal • Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Xcalibur Foundation kick off their first project in the female STEM field alongside African Gifted Foundation this Wednesday 14th of February. • The primary objective of the HERoSTEM project is to contribute to the development of future female leaders in STEM through tailored mentorship and informational sessions for African Science Academy (ASA) students in Ghana, facilitating their integration into the professional world. • The pilot project will initially last for one year, with the understanding that the programme will continue if the results are satisfactory. • Xcalibur Smart Mapping contributes by offering mentorship and speaking sessions conducted by its employees to ASA alumni and current students of the institution starting. African Gifted Foundation (AGF), Xcalibur Smart Mapping (XSM), and Xcalibur Foundation (XF) are launching the HERoSTEM project on February 14th, aimed at promoting female leadership in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) in Africa. The objective of this collaboration is to contribute to the development of female leaders in STEM through mentorship for students and alumni of the African Science Academy (ASA) in Ghana and guest speaking sessions tailored to their academic training, thus facilitating their integration into the professional world. The pilot project is scheduled to run for one year, with the option for renewal. In its first stage, ASA students and alumni, selected for their high performance in various STEM areas, will receive profesional guidance from experts in different fields, including the most common technical profiles in XSM, such as geologists, geophysicists, etc. Xcalibur Smart Mapping volunteers will be responsible for this mentoring programme providing support and necessary tools for the personal and professional development of ASA students and alumni. Additionally, the students will benefit from speaking sessions held by XSM professionals from different areas of expertise. Following the agreement signing, Laura Blanco, XSM’s ESG Director, emphasized the project’s significance as a major step in Xcalibur’s CSR strategy, aligned with the Group’s global ESG agenda. This initiative aims to promote gender equality and empower women by fostering their involvement and leadership in pivotal STEM domains. ‘We have great experts in our team in GIS, geophysics etc and we are excited about how our team has embraced this intercultural synergy’ added the ESG Director. Xcalibur Foundation, will play a coordinating role between Xcalibur Smart Mapping and African Gifted Foundation, ensuring project management methodology, goal definition, project planning, monitoring, and impact measurement. María José Toro, President of XF, emphasized the significance of the HERoSTEM programme in promoting gender equality in Africa. ‘Our main mission is to enhance the emotional and physical well-being of vulnerable communities through continuous education. We are immensely proud to take a step further by fostering the training and development of women in the STEM field. The girls participating in this programme will represent the future of science on the African continent’. African Gifted Foundation will be responsible for defining areas of collaboration between XSM and XF and informing them about the training curriculum and the schedule of defined activities. Yasameen Al-jboury, Executive Director of AGF, commented ‘We are excited to partner with Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Xcalibur Foundation on this transformative project. The HERoSTEM initiative aligns perfectly with our mission to unlock the potential of Africa’s young women, empowering them to become leaders who will shape the future of STEM on the continent. Together, we will advance gender equality in STEM fields, inspiring a new generation of female scientists, technologists, engineers, and mathematicians’. In conclusion, HERoSTEM project is an educational initiative and a movement towards creating a more inclusive, equitable, and prosperous future for all.
The pilot project is scheduled to run for one year, with the option for renewal • Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Xcalibur Foundation kick off their first project in the female STEM field alongside African Gifted Foundation this Wednesday 14th of February. • The primary objective of the HERoSTEM project is to contribute to the development of future female leaders in STEM through tailored mentorship and informational sessions for African Science Academy (ASA) students in Ghana, facilitating their integration into the professional world. • The pilot project will initially last for one year, with the understanding that the programme will continue if the results are satisfactory. • Xcalibur Smart Mapping contributes by offering mentorship and speaking sessions conducted by its employees to ASA alumni and current students of the institution starting. African Gifted Foundation (AGF), Xcalibur Smart Mapping (XSM), and Xcalibur Foundation (XF) are launching the HERoSTEM project on February 14th, aimed at promoting female leadership in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) in Africa. The objective of this collaboration is to contribute to the development of female leaders in STEM through mentorship for students and alumni of the African Science Academy (ASA) in Ghana and guest speaking sessions tailored to their academic training, thus facilitating their integration into the professional world. The pilot project is scheduled to run for one year, with the option for renewal. In its first stage, ASA students and alumni, selected for their high performance in various STEM areas, will receive profesional guidance from experts in different fields, including the most common technical profiles in XSM, such as geologists, geophysicists, etc. Xcalibur Smart Mapping volunteers will be responsible for this mentoring programme providing support and necessary tools for the personal and professional development of ASA students and alumni. Additionally, the students will benefit from speaking sessions held by XSM professionals from different areas of expertise. Following the agreement signing, Laura Blanco, XSM’s ESG Director, emphasized the project’s significance as a major step in Xcalibur’s CSR strategy, aligned with the Group’s global ESG agenda. This initiative aims to promote gender equality and empower women by fostering their involvement and leadership in pivotal STEM domains. ‘We have great experts in our team in GIS, geophysics etc and we are excited about how our team has embraced this intercultural synergy’ added the ESG Director. Xcalibur Foundation, will play a coordinating role between Xcalibur Smart Mapping and African Gifted Foundation, ensuring project management methodology, goal definition, project planning, monitoring, and impact measurement. María José Toro, President of XF, emphasized the significance of the HERoSTEM programme in promoting gender equality in Africa. ‘Our main mission is to enhance the emotional and physical well-being of vulnerable communities through continuous education. We are immensely proud to take a step further by fostering the training and development of women in the STEM field. The girls participating in this programme will represent the future of science on the African continent’. African Gifted Foundation will be responsible for defining areas of collaboration between XSM and XF and informing them about the training curriculum and the schedule of defined activities. Yasameen Al-jboury, Executive Director of AGF, commented ‘We are excited to partner with Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Xcalibur Foundation on this transformative project. The HERoSTEM initiative aligns perfectly with our mission to unlock the potential of Africa’s young women, empowering them to become leaders who will shape the future of STEM on the continent. Together, we will advance gender equality in STEM fields, inspiring a new generation of female scientists, technologists, engineers, and mathematicians’. In conclusion, HERoSTEM project is an educational initiative and a movement towards creating a more inclusive, equitable, and prosperous future for all.
Home News Xcalibur Foundation launches the first Social Sports Academy in Uganda in collaboration with Real Madrid Foundation and MTN Uganda Announcements 4 MIN. READ Xcalibur Foundation launches the first Social Sports Academy in Uganda in collaboration with Real Madrid Foundation and MTN Uganda SHARE Xcalibur Foundation brings to Uganda Real Madrid Foundation’s unique and pioneer education in values methodology: For a Real Education: Values and Sport The aim of this extracurricular programme is to encourage school commitment, empower gender equality, address social inclusion, develop key personal and social values, and promote healthy habits, through sport practice and football training.It is Xcalibur Foundation’s first project in Uganda, and first project worldwide. Together with MTN Uganda, they intend to expand to other areas in 2023-2024. The project counts on the support and endorsement of the Ministry of Education and Sports of Uganda. Wednesday 29th June 2022 Kampala, Uganda: Xcalibur Foundation, in collaboration with MTN Uganda, has today launched the MTN Naguru Social Sports Academy at Naguru Katali Primary School, in the middle of the Naguru settlement of Kampala. The project targets an initial group of 160 beneficiaries, 50% girls and 50% boys aged 5-16, in vulnerable situations. The goal of the program is to develop key personal and social values that encourage strong emotional, mental, and physical development of the participants, their families, friends, tutors, and communities. The project, in collaboration with Real Madrid Foundation as Xcalibur Foundation’s strategic partner in Uganda, will be operated by the local NGO Youth Sport Uganda (YSU). The project has been endorsed by the Ugandan government and materialized through a collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Sports. School teachers and community facilitators have been trained under Real Madrid Foundation’s unique and pioneer education in values methodology: for a Real Education: Values and Sport, to run sport and social activities with children and youth. These activities will enhance the life skills of children and youth, and address issues of wellbeing, child protection, conflict management, gender equality, disability, and inclusion as well as positive child and youth development. As stated by Real Madrid Foundation’s philosophy, these objectives are focused solely on education and social cooperation, differing to those of Real Madrid Football Club. It is worth highlighting the role of MTN Uganda within this partnership. Since the beginning of this journey, the telecommunications company has shown endless support, reflecting true passion, solidarity, and commitment towards Xcalibur Foundation’s undertaking to impart lifelong education amongst vulnerable children and youth. Their enthusiasm to become active players of this project is critical to its positive outcomes and sustainability over time. Xcalibur Foundation is grateful to MTN for the institution’s support and that of its employees and executives, in realizing this project, said Javier Lezcano, Executive Director of Xcalibur Foundation. As part of the 2022-2023 calendar, the project will carry out volunteering programs, internal and external events, and other social responsibility initiatives involving at MTN Uganda employees. Speaking at the launch in Naguru, MTN Uganda’s CEO, Wim Vanhelleputte said, This is a unique project that fits with the values of our organization. We are privileged to be able to contribute to the social wellbeing and personal development of vulnerable children and youth. Supporting an educational cause which uses sport as a tool for development is aligned with our values, goals, and objectives, first as an organization and us the people who work for this company. We hope this partnership with Xcalibur Foundation and Real Madrid Foundation is only the beginning of an exciting journey together. For his part, Javier Lezcano, Executive Director of Xcalibur Foundation, noted the early involvement and commitment of MTN Uganda in this project, highlighting the openness and humanity of the entire team: From the time we set foot at MTN Uganda offices, we felt understood and supported, both my Wim (the Chief Executive Officer) and by the entire team. We are forever grateful for this partnership and will keep giving our 150% to keep this programme growing. 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SHARE Xcalibur Foundation brings to Uganda Real Madrid Foundation’s unique and pioneer education in values methodology: For a Real Education: Values and Sport The aim of this extracurricular programme is to encourage school commitment, empower gender equality, address social inclusion, develop key personal and social values, and promote healthy habits, through sport practice and football training.It is Xcalibur Foundation’s first project in Uganda, and first project worldwide. Together with MTN Uganda, they intend to expand to other areas in 2023-2024. The project counts on the support and endorsement of the Ministry of Education and Sports of Uganda. Wednesday 29th June 2022 Kampala, Uganda: Xcalibur Foundation, in collaboration with MTN Uganda, has today launched the MTN Naguru Social Sports Academy at Naguru Katali Primary School, in the middle of the Naguru settlement of Kampala. The project targets an initial group of 160 beneficiaries, 50% girls and 50% boys aged 5-16, in vulnerable situations. The goal of the program is to develop key personal and social values that encourage strong emotional, mental, and physical development of the participants, their families, friends, tutors, and communities. The project, in collaboration with Real Madrid Foundation as Xcalibur Foundation’s strategic partner in Uganda, will be operated by the local NGO Youth Sport Uganda (YSU). The project has been endorsed by the Ugandan government and materialized through a collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Sports. School teachers and community facilitators have been trained under Real Madrid Foundation’s unique and pioneer education in values methodology: for a Real Education: Values and Sport, to run sport and social activities with children and youth. These activities will enhance the life skills of children and youth, and address issues of wellbeing, child protection, conflict management, gender equality, disability, and inclusion as well as positive child and youth development. As stated by Real Madrid Foundation’s philosophy, these objectives are focused solely on education and social cooperation, differing to those of Real Madrid Football Club. It is worth highlighting the role of MTN Uganda within this partnership. Since the beginning of this journey, the telecommunications company has shown endless support, reflecting true passion, solidarity, and commitment towards Xcalibur Foundation’s undertaking to impart lifelong education amongst vulnerable children and youth. Their enthusiasm to become active players of this project is critical to its positive outcomes and sustainability over time. Xcalibur Foundation is grateful to MTN for the institution’s support and that of its employees and executives, in realizing this project, said Javier Lezcano, Executive Director of Xcalibur Foundation. As part of the 2022-2023 calendar, the project will carry out volunteering programs, internal and external events, and other social responsibility initiatives involving at MTN Uganda employees. Speaking at the launch in Naguru, MTN Uganda’s CEO, Wim Vanhelleputte said, This is a unique project that fits with the values of our organization. We are privileged to be able to contribute to the social wellbeing and personal development of vulnerable children and youth. Supporting an educational cause which uses sport as a tool for development is aligned with our values, goals, and objectives, first as an organization and us the people who work for this company. We hope this partnership with Xcalibur Foundation and Real Madrid Foundation is only the beginning of an exciting journey together. For his part, Javier Lezcano, Executive Director of Xcalibur Foundation, noted the early involvement and commitment of MTN Uganda in this project, highlighting the openness and humanity of the entire team: From the time we set foot at MTN Uganda offices, we felt understood and supported, both my Wim (the Chief Executive Officer) and by the entire team. We are forever grateful for this partnership and will keep giving our 150% to keep this programme growing. To find out more about Xcalibur Foundation’s programmes, follow them on: Linkedin: Facebook, YouTube, www.fundacionxcalibur.org
Xcalibur Foundation brings to Uganda Real Madrid Foundation’s unique and pioneer education in values methodology: For a Real Education: Values and Sport The aim of this extracurricular programme is to encourage school commitment, empower gender equality, address social inclusion, develop key personal and social values, and promote healthy habits, through sport practice and football training.It is Xcalibur Foundation’s first project in Uganda, and first project worldwide. Together with MTN Uganda, they intend to expand to other areas in 2023-2024. The project counts on the support and endorsement of the Ministry of Education and Sports of Uganda. Wednesday 29th June 2022 Kampala, Uganda: Xcalibur Foundation, in collaboration with MTN Uganda, has today launched the MTN Naguru Social Sports Academy at Naguru Katali Primary School, in the middle of the Naguru settlement of Kampala. The project targets an initial group of 160 beneficiaries, 50% girls and 50% boys aged 5-16, in vulnerable situations. The goal of the program is to develop key personal and social values that encourage strong emotional, mental, and physical development of the participants, their families, friends, tutors, and communities. The project, in collaboration with Real Madrid Foundation as Xcalibur Foundation’s strategic partner in Uganda, will be operated by the local NGO Youth Sport Uganda (YSU). The project has been endorsed by the Ugandan government and materialized through a collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Sports. School teachers and community facilitators have been trained under Real Madrid Foundation’s unique and pioneer education in values methodology: for a Real Education: Values and Sport, to run sport and social activities with children and youth. These activities will enhance the life skills of children and youth, and address issues of wellbeing, child protection, conflict management, gender equality, disability, and inclusion as well as positive child and youth development. As stated by Real Madrid Foundation’s philosophy, these objectives are focused solely on education and social cooperation, differing to those of Real Madrid Football Club. It is worth highlighting the role of MTN Uganda within this partnership. Since the beginning of this journey, the telecommunications company has shown endless support, reflecting true passion, solidarity, and commitment towards Xcalibur Foundation’s undertaking to impart lifelong education amongst vulnerable children and youth. Their enthusiasm to become active players of this project is critical to its positive outcomes and sustainability over time. Xcalibur Foundation is grateful to MTN for the institution’s support and that of its employees and executives, in realizing this project, said Javier Lezcano, Executive Director of Xcalibur Foundation. As part of the 2022-2023 calendar, the project will carry out volunteering programs, internal and external events, and other social responsibility initiatives involving at MTN Uganda employees. Speaking at the launch in Naguru, MTN Uganda’s CEO, Wim Vanhelleputte said, This is a unique project that fits with the values of our organization. We are privileged to be able to contribute to the social wellbeing and personal development of vulnerable children and youth. Supporting an educational cause which uses sport as a tool for development is aligned with our values, goals, and objectives, first as an organization and us the people who work for this company. We hope this partnership with Xcalibur Foundation and Real Madrid Foundation is only the beginning of an exciting journey together. For his part, Javier Lezcano, Executive Director of Xcalibur Foundation, noted the early involvement and commitment of MTN Uganda in this project, highlighting the openness and humanity of the entire team: From the time we set foot at MTN Uganda offices, we felt understood and supported, both my Wim (the Chief Executive Officer) and by the entire team. We are forever grateful for this partnership and will keep giving our 150% to keep this programme growing. To find out more about Xcalibur Foundation’s programmes, follow them on: Linkedin: Facebook, YouTube, www.fundacionxcalibur.org
Home News Xcalibur Foundation and Real Madrid Foundation develop their first joint Social Sports Academy in Uganda Announcements 3 MIN. READ Xcalibur Foundation and Real Madrid Foundation develop their first joint Social Sports Academy in Uganda SHARE As a result of the agreement signed between Xcalibur Foundation and Real Madrid Foundation, 160 vulnerable girls, boys, and youth from Kampala, aged 5-16, will benefit from education in values, sports practice, and football training. The agreement was ratified by Enrique Sánchez, Executive Vice President of Real Madrid Foundation, and María José© Toro Sánchez, President of Xcalibur Foundation, in a ceremony attended by Álvaro Arbeloa, Real Madrid’s Ambassador. The Foundations reach the district of Nakawa, in Kampala, targeting an initial group of 160 children and youth from Naguru Katali Primary School. The school is located in the Naguru slum, a settlement that lacks basic needs such as access to drinking water, shelter, health and education. The project, in collaboration with the Real Madrid Foundation and MTN Uganda, will be operated by the local NGO Youth Sport Uganda (YSU). Moreover, it counts on the support of the Ugandan government, materialized through the Ministry of Education and Sports, with whom Xcalibur Foundation has signed a MoU. School teachers and community facilitators will be trained under Real Madrid Foundation’s unique and pioneer education in values methodology: for a Real Education: Values and Sport, to run sport and social activities with children and youth. These activities will enhance the life skills of children and youth, and address issues of wellbeing, child protection, conflict management, gender equality, disability and inclusion as well as positive child and youth development. It is worth highlighting the role of MTN Uganda, who has been committed to support this project, not only as the Title sponsor, but also through the institutional and personal involvement of its employees and managers. From the beginning, MTN has shown its passion, solidarity, and dedication, to be a part of this project and participate in all its stages. María José Toro Sánchez expressed her gratitude and enthusiasm for a project that will encourage school commitment and facilitate access to formal education, and promote key social values such as respect, equality, or health. I hope that it will be the first of many projects we do together. Soon after, Arbeloa explained: With this social sports academy that combines football values learning with comprehensive educational focus, the beneficiaries themselves will become catalysts for change in their environments, and this projection into the future, forward, is the most important thing: changing lives through sport. < SEE PREVIOUS NEW SEE NEXT NEW > < > Related news Announcements Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Baiterek Holding Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Geophysical Exploration in Kazakhstan SEE MORE > Announcements Xcalibur Smart Mapping, Xcalibur Foundation and African Gifted Foundation renew commitment to women’s leadership in Africa SEE MORE > Announcements Xcalibur Smart Mapping Expands Capabilities with Acquisition of PGW’s Interpretation Division SEE MORE > Announcements Xcalibur Smart Mapping, backed by Kartesia Asset Finance and Miralta Credit Opportunities, secures €40 million in funding to expand its aircraft fleet SEE MORE > Announcements Einstein-First project: Supporting a brighter future in science education SEE MORE > Announcements Last news Xcalibur Smart Mapping delivers data for 2023 project to National Geological Survey of Mongolia SEE MORE > Announcements Xcalibur Smart Mapping’s IT Department wins award at Computing 2024 for Excellence in Cybersecurity Implementation SEE MORE > Announcements Last news Uncategorized Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Stanford University Initiate a pioneer AI and machine learning Project for the Energy Transition SEE MORE > Announcements Xcalibur Smart Mapping, nuevo miembro Platinium de la Fundación Empresa & Clima SEE MORE > Contact us. FILL THE FORM
SHARE As a result of the agreement signed between Xcalibur Foundation and Real Madrid Foundation, 160 vulnerable girls, boys, and youth from Kampala, aged 5-16, will benefit from education in values, sports practice, and football training. The agreement was ratified by Enrique Sánchez, Executive Vice President of Real Madrid Foundation, and María José© Toro Sánchez, President of Xcalibur Foundation, in a ceremony attended by Álvaro Arbeloa, Real Madrid’s Ambassador. The Foundations reach the district of Nakawa, in Kampala, targeting an initial group of 160 children and youth from Naguru Katali Primary School. The school is located in the Naguru slum, a settlement that lacks basic needs such as access to drinking water, shelter, health and education. The project, in collaboration with the Real Madrid Foundation and MTN Uganda, will be operated by the local NGO Youth Sport Uganda (YSU). Moreover, it counts on the support of the Ugandan government, materialized through the Ministry of Education and Sports, with whom Xcalibur Foundation has signed a MoU. School teachers and community facilitators will be trained under Real Madrid Foundation’s unique and pioneer education in values methodology: for a Real Education: Values and Sport, to run sport and social activities with children and youth. These activities will enhance the life skills of children and youth, and address issues of wellbeing, child protection, conflict management, gender equality, disability and inclusion as well as positive child and youth development. It is worth highlighting the role of MTN Uganda, who has been committed to support this project, not only as the Title sponsor, but also through the institutional and personal involvement of its employees and managers. From the beginning, MTN has shown its passion, solidarity, and dedication, to be a part of this project and participate in all its stages. María José Toro Sánchez expressed her gratitude and enthusiasm for a project that will encourage school commitment and facilitate access to formal education, and promote key social values such as respect, equality, or health. I hope that it will be the first of many projects we do together. Soon after, Arbeloa explained: With this social sports academy that combines football values learning with comprehensive educational focus, the beneficiaries themselves will become catalysts for change in their environments, and this projection into the future, forward, is the most important thing: changing lives through sport.
As a result of the agreement signed between Xcalibur Foundation and Real Madrid Foundation, 160 vulnerable girls, boys, and youth from Kampala, aged 5-16, will benefit from education in values, sports practice, and football training. The agreement was ratified by Enrique Sánchez, Executive Vice President of Real Madrid Foundation, and María José© Toro Sánchez, President of Xcalibur Foundation, in a ceremony attended by Álvaro Arbeloa, Real Madrid’s Ambassador. The Foundations reach the district of Nakawa, in Kampala, targeting an initial group of 160 children and youth from Naguru Katali Primary School. The school is located in the Naguru slum, a settlement that lacks basic needs such as access to drinking water, shelter, health and education. The project, in collaboration with the Real Madrid Foundation and MTN Uganda, will be operated by the local NGO Youth Sport Uganda (YSU). Moreover, it counts on the support of the Ugandan government, materialized through the Ministry of Education and Sports, with whom Xcalibur Foundation has signed a MoU. School teachers and community facilitators will be trained under Real Madrid Foundation’s unique and pioneer education in values methodology: for a Real Education: Values and Sport, to run sport and social activities with children and youth. These activities will enhance the life skills of children and youth, and address issues of wellbeing, child protection, conflict management, gender equality, disability and inclusion as well as positive child and youth development. It is worth highlighting the role of MTN Uganda, who has been committed to support this project, not only as the Title sponsor, but also through the institutional and personal involvement of its employees and managers. From the beginning, MTN has shown its passion, solidarity, and dedication, to be a part of this project and participate in all its stages. María José Toro Sánchez expressed her gratitude and enthusiasm for a project that will encourage school commitment and facilitate access to formal education, and promote key social values such as respect, equality, or health. I hope that it will be the first of many projects we do together. Soon after, Arbeloa explained: With this social sports academy that combines football values learning with comprehensive educational focus, the beneficiaries themselves will become catalysts for change in their environments, and this projection into the future, forward, is the most important thing: changing lives through sport.