Swaziland Kids Rugby Mission “pushing for a better future”

1. Swaziland Kids Rugby Mission “pushing for a better future” SKRUM

2. The SKRUM programme will give the youth of Swaziland an opportunity to first of all play the marvelous game of RUGBY, it will give them HOPE for the future and for once the freedom of CHOICE in their lives. SKRUM

3. Mr. M. Collinson President of the Swaziland Rugby Union IRB Coaching Level III - 2000 IRB Coaching 7’s - 2000 Natal Rugby Union Coaching Level III - 2001 Sports Psychology - 2002 Youth Counseling - 2002 IRB Spirit of Rugby Award - 2003 IRB Referees Trainer - 2005 IRB Coach Educator - 2007 • Mr. P. Lewis PriceWaterhouseCoopers • Mr. R. Perry R. Perry & Associates • Representatives from the local community SKRUM

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5. - Population 958 000 * Swaziland recently surpassed Botswana as the country with the world's highest known rates of HIV/AIDS infection - 42% * Average life expectancy – 39 years Ethnic groups African 97%, European 3% Orphans & 67 000 Vulnerable (By the year 2010 – estimated 120 000) Children (OVC) Pupils 7 – 13 years of age – 340 000 14 – 18 years of age – 200 000 Schools Primary schools – 380 Secondary schools – 200 Present Rugby playing numbers – 2 300 At this moment in time only 20% of pupils attending school play any form of sport Teacher 3 Training Colleges SKRUM

6. MISSION • To help develop individuals from families of limited resources, who show ability in the sport of rugby. • To ensure that participants in the programme are enlisted at an educational institution that offers a well-rounded education. • To develop each participant’s rugby skills and ability to participate in competitions. • To educate each participant in all aspects of the game of rugby (playing, officiating, coaching, diet, medical and administration). • To develop the whole person (leadership, life skills, community service etc.). SKRUM

7. The SKRUM project was conceived with the purpose of identifying and assisting young boys and girls from families of limited resources who show promise in the game of rugby. It will serve to provide these boys and girls with opportunities to play rugby, and in so doing, create an environment where not only their playing ability can be developed, but they will be encouraged to become successful young leaders within their communities and the country. SKRUM

8. The SKRUM programme will visit 3 schools per week (Coaching/Educating +/- 50 players per school) Groups of 3 to 4 schools will be identified in one area within easy traveling distance of each other, so creating the possibility of a “mini league” between schools and hopefully the formation of an “adult club” in the future. Therefore:- the SKRUM programme will hope to visit 135 schools and reach 6 750 young rugby players and train 270 potential Rugby Coaches over a 12 month period. • Conduct Coaching, Officiating and Health Education courses throughout the Kingdom for teachers presently teaching, to equip these teachers with Basic Rugby Coaching Skills. The Coaching Courses will be followed up with Coaching/Health Education Workshops to ensure all Coaches are kept informed and assessed. • Conduct Rugby Coaching and Officiating Courses at the 3 Teachers Training Colleges. This will ensure that teachers taking up their new teaching posts will have the Coaching skills to Coach basic Rugby at schools level. • The programme will identify and train suitable Coach Trainers to assist in promoting the SKRUM programme. • SKRUM in partnership with the HIV/AIDS and Health Awareness Programmes within Swaziland will educate all participants in social and leadership skills necessary for healthy and responsible living. SKRUM

9. The selection process will require that the applicant: • Is a Swazi citizen • Comes from a family of limited resources • Is under the age of 18 • Is prepared to attend formal schooling • Is academically capable • Is disciplined and dedicated • Pass a basic and age-appropriate medical examination SKRUM

10. Operating Costs Once-off Costs SKRUM

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12. Background Autonomy for the Swazis of southern Africa was guaranteed by the British in the late 19th century; independence was granted in 1968. Student and labour unrest during the 1990s pressured the monarchy (one of the oldest on the continent) to grudgingly allow political reform and greater democracy. Location Southern Africa, between Mozambique and South Africa Area total: 17,363 sq km land: 17,203 sq km water: 1 6 0 sq k m slightly smaller than Wales Climate varies from tropical to near temperate Terrain mostly mountains and hills; some moderately sloping plains Environment limited supplies of potable water; wildlife populations being depleted because of excessive hunting; overgrazing; soil degradation; soil erosion Literacy definition: age 15 and over can read and write total population: 81.6% male: 82.6% female: 80.8% Government type monarchy; independent member of Commonwealth Legal system based on South African Roman - Dutch law in statutory courts and Swazi traditional law and custom in traditional courts SKRUM

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