We use sport, education and community support to help young people across Ghana grow, lead and thrive.
GIMAT Volunteers Network (GVN) is a dynamic social enterprise committed to driving development in underserved communities across Ghana. Through impactful programs in women's empowerment, sport for social change, education, and mental health, we create inclusive spaces where children, youth, and vulnerable communities can thrive.
Empower children, youth, and vulnerable communities in Ghana through sport, education, and advocacy, promoting gender equality, youth development, and economic empowerment in safe, inclusive spaces.
A Ghana where every child and young person, regardless of background, has equal access to education, the chance to develop their talents, and the support to become self-reliant.
Workshops, summits and mentorship equipping young women and girls with confidence, rights education and leadership skills.
Learn moreFootball and basketball as platforms for teamwork, discipline, healing and safe dialogue, from street pitch to world stage.
Learn moreSupporting in-school and out-of-school youth with literacy, digital skills, financial literacy and entrepreneurship training.
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Community leagues that give street-connected youth a platform for talent, belonging, counseling and mentorship.
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Safe spaces for youth to talk, heal and be heard, integrating mental health education into every program we run.
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Life-changing cultural exchange, from Cape Coast Castle to Kakum's canopy walk, inspiring global awareness.
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GVN joined students, volunteers and communities for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, with a walk, a mass aerobics session and one clear message: don't fear it, screen it.
See the ProgramEvery program is designed and delivered with the communities we serve, not for them.
From street soccer to shelter support, we meet people with respect, not charity alone.
We use the discipline and joy of sport to unlock education, healing and opportunity.
Job skills and entrepreneurial training so young people can generate income long-term.
GVN raises awareness of youth homelessness and champions social inclusion through storytelling, community engagement, and participation on global platforms like the Homeless World Cup and Africa Women's Cup, where our street soccer teams have proudly represented Ghana.
"I am self-employed and I am really happy that I have also created employment for two more people at my shop. I am using the skills I learnt at the business training to manage my business."
