London Boxing Academy Community Project
Tom’s Trust is providing
funding for the London Boxing Academy Community Project. This project
is based in the London borough of Haringey and provides an alternative
education programme, combining academic studies with sport, that aims
to re-integrate excluded youths into mainstream society.
LBACP is piloting an alternative school curriculum combining academic
studies with sport, with particular focus on the discipline and
dedication required in boxing. It specifically targets youths who are
experiencing difficulty with or have been excluded from mainstream
education. The primary goal is to engage, educate, empower and inspire
these youngsters so that they can reverse completely their negative
patterns of behaviour and forge successful futures for themselves.
Academic studies are of paramount importance. Core academic
subjects will include GCSE English, maths, information communication technology
and physical education. Results to date hve been really encouraging.
After graduating from the LBACP, it is anticipated that attendees will
have the opportunity to go into full or part-time employment with local
businesses that support the LBACP. - www.lbacp.co.uk
