Friday, July 28, 2023

Call For Support Next Generation Stars U10 - U15 Teams in Mathare North Community.

General Overview 

We have more that 30+ teams in Mathare North ward. All of the junior teams and senior teams in Mathare North Community, particularly those in the Mathare ward, have access to the same football field, which is located in Ruaraka consistency which is one of the challenges we have in accomodating the raising number of teams and players. 

Interestingly, this field is located inside Drive inn Primary School and is not for the general public, however it has hosted various football events and produced many star players in our community. Our goal as Wilsen initiative (Wi) is to help both boys and girls between the ages of 10 and 15 acquire the most urgent requirement for the game (balls, uniforms, training bibs etc) through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), but we also encourage Individual Social Responsibility (ISR), which is a new way of thinking about problem-solving starting from the perspective of an individual's effort, the change that adheres to the Start With Me philosophy. 

Generally, sports has the capacity to transform our society for the better, if we actively and purposefully involve the children and youth with the utmost professionalism, provide appropriate resources, quality training, exposure, and support. 

After everything is said and done, we will save a lot of youth from poverty, drug abuse, and idleness, to name a few things." - Wilson Masaka The Problem We Seek To Solve We want to provide every child (boys and girls) that plays football in Mathare North with a unique and improved experience that will guarantee they play safely, learn, connect, and play with honour. 

 Just a few of the issues or difficulties that young people from U10 to U15 who play football in our neighborhood face include, for instance; 

 1. A lack of competent coaches and mentors.

 2. Insufficient equipment (football, clothing, etc.)

 3. Exposure to nurture their talent. 

4. Secure and adequate play areas. 

 Main Purpose

 1. To develop Mathare North's future generation of talent. 

2. To employ football as a means of encouraging moral behaviour. 

3. To share our football stories on many platforms in an effort to create a positive chain of events in society. 







 The Support Required

 The Short Term 1. Equipment and materials for all the teams U10 - U15. 

 In the Long Run

 1. Support for tournaments and exposure events during school breaks. 

 2. Assistance with setting up a library and information center for a community learning center for kids and teenagers. 

3. Assist in the technical skill acquisition of trainers and the next generation of coaches. 

4. Master classes to improve skills for the youth and child teams. 

5. Offer young people with talent and strong academic performance football scholarships. 

6. Scheduled or continuous equipment and material support throughout the year. 

 Results envisioned

 1. Certified mentors and coaches. 

 2. Well-rounded youngsters with remarkable discipline.

3. Teams in proper attire and equipment for the game. 

4. Youth and kids with a variety of challenges well-informed.

 "Some dreams come with expiry date attached. I am aware that I can no longer pursue my dream of being a professional football player, but I will do everything in my power to help the next generation by participating in the Wilsen Initiative, or the "Wi-effect." - Wilson Masaka 

Football For Life! 

 I've learned new skills, made new friends, and traveled to numerous locations thanks to football, to name a few things. Here are some videos highlighting past community activation under Wilsen initiative (Wi) - the Wi effect. Wilsen initiative (Wi) was founded based on the basis of my personal story and I want to Do More for my community especially on resource mobilization for U10 - U15 teams

Grassroots Football In East Africa 2015 ~ https://youtu.be/DI1YopqyNkM

Mathare North Festive Season Football Tournament 2018 ~ https://youtu.be/5cOlnGHrrFk 

Annual Resource Mobilization 2020 ~ https://youtu.be/Zo3URiBDgag 

I AM a sHERO - She Can ~ https://youtu.be/OuEHKw1Id_k 

Ongoing Call For Support Through The Year. Play Safe With Dignity Resources Mobilization for U10 - U15 teams in Mathare North. 


Social Media - Facebook www.facebook.com/MathareNorthSoccer 
Contact :-  wilson.masaka@gmail.com 
  

Thursday, July 27, 2023

Football is My Lifestyle, ICT is My Career and Empowering Young People is My Calling.

Sad Reality! 

 " If you believe that honouring oneself is improper, keep in mind that it may be many years before you are honoured, and the unfortunate and sad fact is that it might occur shortly before you are buried." - Wilson Masaka #LifeSeries Do More / Be More / Be Different

Today, I want to give myself a pat on the back for the efforts I've made to see possibility where there had previously only been labeled impossibility, for allowing myself to learn despite obvious signs of failure, and for moving forward when everything seemed lost. 

Being my own number one supporter has worked wonders in my life to tackle any life challenge before seeking for support from friends and family. 

Thoughtful...

It can take time, or even years, before you receive true feedback because not all cheering squads are real; you have to cut through the noise to distinguish between the real and fake voices. 

Examine your life's past to identify the moments where you were content and the factors that contributed to your success and use it as a pivotal to Do More and Be More. 

 All said and done, I want to thank everyone who has supported me along the way to achieve my set goals. I'm not yet done, and I believe there is still more I can do for self, family and my community.

Some Dreams Comes With Expiry Date Attached.

I am aware that I can no longer pursue my dream of being a professional football player, but I will do everything in my power to help the next generation achieve MORE through the Wilsen Initiative (Wi), or the "Wi-effect." 






 Football For Life!

 I've learned new skills, made new friends, and traveled to numerous locations thanks to football, to name a few things.

 Here are some videos highlighting past community activation under Wilsen initiative (Wi) - the Wi effect. Wilsen initiative (Wi) was founded based on my personal story and I want to Do More for my community especially on resource mobilization for U10 - U15 teams.

 Grassroots Football In East Africa 2015 ~ https://lnkd.in/d4U8_D8 

Mathare North Festive Season Football Tournament 2018 ~ https://lnkd.in/drCybdC 

Annual Resource Mobilization 2020 ~ https://lnkd.in/dkS8XvT

I AM a sHERO - She Can ~ https://lnkd.in/d8ARcHam 

 Ongoing Call For Support Through The Year. Play Safe With Dignity Resources Mobilization for U10 - U15 teams in Mathare North. Read More >>
 https://lnkd.in/dGKYQcaC 

Community initiative : https://lnkd.in/dRNWEyMT 

Personal blog; www.wilsenx.blogspot.com Email;- wilson.masaka@gmail.com

Saturday, July 15, 2023

Happy World Youth Skills Day.

#SkillUp #SkillUp2023 #UNSDG# #WorldYouthSkillsDay. 

 Happy World Youth Skills Day. 

 At Wilsen Initiative (Wi), we are eager to match all of our activities with progressive skills that would ensure all participants receive new knowledge at every stage of participation, allowing them to not only take advantage of current opportunities but also to adopt the mindset of a lifelong learner.

Two of our youth-focused programs are as follows:

 1. I aM a sHERO - She Can, which provides free specialized training and mentorship for girls and women in sports from marginalized communities. Note:- All our activities are subject to availability of resources and support. We are seeking for more support to reach many girls / women before the end of the year 2023. 

 2. Skill Up Master Class Our main audience is young people in a variety of settings, including churches, community centers, sports teams, and the creative arts, to name a few. 

 Please Note; - For this training, which is held at the client's desired location, there is a training or consulting fee.

 - The host is responsible for arranging for all necessary expenses, including booking the space, participant logistics, and any other fees that may be associated with the training. 

 - We welcome any well-wisher to support this course by covering all associated fees so that we can train 500+ young people per year from underserved communities FOR FREE. 

 Further Reading "As the world undergoes rapid technological, economic and societal transformations, young people will need the right skills to successfully navigate these challenges and achieve their full potential... Read More >> https://www.un.org/en/observances/world-youth-skills-day 

"Equipping young people with quality education, training and skills is essential. This World Youth Skills Day reminds us that teachers stand at the forefront of this great global effort.” - UN Secretary-General António Guterres 














 Thank you all for your support in the different CALL FOR SUPPORT...Asante Sana! Ineke Aquarius, My family,  Mark Kamau, Antonio Grasso, Linda Grasso Bas van Rijsbergen, Ernesto Spruyt, Pieter Jan de Bruijn just mention but a few. 

Get in touch for more wilson.masaka@gmail.com Do More / Be More / Be Different