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.


Kalobeyei

Cox’s Bazar

Amsterdam

Lesvos

Ter Apel

Boa Vista

Suriname

M'bera

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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.

Brightening up the sports court in Ter Apel

Come along for a few kilometres with an inspiring leader and her weekly club of young female runners in Kenya.

Freeing Feet: Nyagoa’s Girls’ Running Club

The empowering story of an Afghan woman working hard to uplift the sisterhood she has befriended.

Tamana: Fitness For Freedom

Meet the safe hands of young Rohingya footballer Shohail.

The biggest little keeper of Cox’s Bazar

Meet Señor Hermes, the clubhouse commentator for Boa Vista.

Señor Hermes: The Voice of Tuaranoko

Meet Akbar, a boxer who fights to stay strong through his experience.

Akbar: Finding Greatness Within

Meet John who has found camaraderie and purpose through Lesvos Spirit.

John: Hope Makes Me Live

Sports championships in Boa Vista, Brazil, are helping to build bridges between Venezuelan refugees and Brazilian locals - paving the way for greater acceptance and integration.

How A Ball Unites Us All

In Ter Apel, young people come together at the KLABU clubhouse to watch live sports or listen to their favourite music. 

The power of music and television in Ter Apel

"Being with KLABU is like having a family away from home."

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