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Physically Active Youth (P.A.Y.)
The first pilot program of this online enhanced curriculum will be implemented at P.A.Y. in Katutura, Namibia. We are very lucky to have worked with this incredible organization on this project. Through the help of sponsors, donations, and fundraising efforts we were able to purchase 12 VEX IQ Kits for P.A.Y. to be used with this curriculum.
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Physically Active Youth (P.A.Y.) is a free after school program for children in Katutura, Namibia who come from disadvantaged backgrounds.
It was founded in 2003 as a pilot program to evaluate the impact of sport on educational success and since then it has expanded to include academics and life-skills.
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The participants arrive at P.A.Y. everyday after school, where they first have a meal, then receive homework help and tutoring in a variety of subjects, followed by an hour of sport. Once a week, there is a life-skills program including topics such as substance abuse prevention, healthy relationships, and career guidance.
PAY is run by a combination of full-time staff and volunteers, and has become an extremely popular program in Katutura.
The organization utilizes a community-based strategy to create a healthy, developmental environment for children based on their three pillars: quality education, sport, and life skills.
Every year, 120 participants between the ages 6-18 are registered on a first-come, first-served basis.
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