Palestinian Youth Sports League (PYSL)

Timeframe: 2009 – ongoing

Location: West Bank and Gaza Strip

Donor/s: UNDP/PAPP, IBSA

The PYSL is a National Youth Sports League newly formed in 2009 to provide youth with a competitive amateur sports league. The league aims to engage young Palestinians in sports and team building exercises, promote positive role models and encourage family participation. The league also promotes youth leadership skills, volunteerism and acts as a catalyst for social unity. It also seeks a sustainable future by offering private sector businesses the opportunity to be active in their corporate responsibility through sponsoring teams and equipment.

Project Fact Box

• 820 young people benefited from the league across 3 governorates

• 8 Schools participated in league

• 45 volunteers are active