Resolve International launch new partnership project Challenge Nepal. Young people attending Duke of Edinburgh's award scheme in East Lancashire will support Resolve International through volunteering activities. Lancashire Young People’s Service, Burnley Football Club Community Sports Trust, Duke of Edinburgh schemes are both participating in the pilot project. Bronze level participants aged 14-16 will gain practical skills in campaigning, promotion and managing collections of sports wear. Resolve International through its Sports Gear Recycling programme will send the sportswear to Nepal. The sports wear will be used by local Nepali organizations working with orphans, street-children and rural schools. Sport is a great way to encourage young people in Nepal to become involved in activities which lead to more positive lifestyles. Gold level participants aged 18-24 will also be involved in campaigning and raising funds to support projects in Nepal. The Gold level participants will also train as programme leaders and assist Bronze participants in their volunteering activites.  Jay Rodriguez and Brian Easton help Martyn Lawrenson (DofE Award Manager – Lancashire Young People’s Service) with the packing of old kit. Back row: Gaja Gannon (DofE – Ribble Valley YPS) Ken Simmons (DofE – Pendle YPS) Jonathan Heys (DofE Award Manager at Burnley FC Community Sports Trust) Keith Laycock (Chairman - Resolve International).
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