Colombia is a nation with a long and colourful history that is working its way towards greater stabilization. In recent years, the country has made swift and effective moves in reducing social unrest, economic inequality, and injustice. It’s now one of the strongest-performing economies in the region, building a number of initiatives to attract investment …
Thursday 11th July 2019 at El Salitre Park in Bogota was the first time Fundación Buen Punto organized a large-scale event for underprivileged children in Bogotá. They catered for more than 50 coaches from the Sports Ministry, Bogota Sports Authority IDRD, Indeportes Cundinamarca and the Bogota Rugby League. This event aimed to build capability to …
Respect, responsibility, confidence and inclusion are the words which resonate across the rugby pitches of Colombia. Fundación Buen Punto has undertaken a unique and remarkable effort to teach children from post-conflict areas fundamental social values, through the sport of rugby. In coaching and teaching rugby, the message from the foundation is strong and clear: to …
Breaking Down Divisions and Creating Unity: Fundación Buen Punto Read More »
In the sporting world, Colombia – and Latin America more generally – is traditionally considered to stand firmly in the ‘football’ camp. However, an increase in exposure to sporting alternatives and sports diplomacy has seen a rise in rugby’s prominence, both locally and regionally. One organization, Fundación Buen Punto, goes beyond the confines of the …
Bringing Rugby to Colombia to Instill Values in Young People Read More »