KLABU clubhouses provide refugees with the tools to find relief, pride and happiness in the practice of sport. The clubhouses are stocked with gear and facilities to play many popular sports and engage the community.


Cox’s Bazar

Kalobeyei

Amsterdam

Lesvos

Ter Apel

Boa Vista

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Picture this: a sunny afternoon in the park, upbeat rhythms fill the air, smiles everywhere. Welcome to one of KLABU's social workouts, led by Katie Süter. 

Katie dances to unite

"I want to change the narrative of asylum-seekers being labelled as liabilities instead of assets. We don't only come with a desire for a new life, we come with culture, good food, spirit, and an amazing way of life."

Mo: pillar of the Amsterdam community

Most of you have heard of Neymar, right!? But have you heard of Mike “Neymar Jr.” , the South Sudanese star player from Kalobeyei? 

The New Neymar Jr from South Sudan

Meet Lilian whose dream is to break down the stereotypes that exist around refugees and elevate her voice beyond the dusty plains of Kalobeyei.

Fearless and unapologetic: meet Lillian

In 2021, Ahmed from Egypt arrived in Lesvos across the sea. Entering Greece was difficult, but after several attempts, he reached the camp.


Ahmed: basketball, art and karate enthusiast

From providing a space for professional Muay Thai fighters to helping women overcome their fear of open water, we share the stories from our friends and partner, Yoga and Sports with Refugees. 

Meet our friends at Yoga & Sport With Refugees

This girl's team, from Bhalukia Palong High School, lifted their first football trophy as winners of the Cox’s Bazar district championship — and even made it into newspaper headlines!

Cox's Bazar champions

It's not only at the Africa Cup of Nations that stars are shining on the pitch right now. In Kalobeyei, Kenya, a big KLABU tournament is bringing together girls from all over the camp.

Inside the Kalobeyei Girls' football tournament

A colourful new clubhouse needs a colourful new sports court. Behind the scenes with the KLABU team in Ter Apel.

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