I’m delighted to be part of six Loughborough University students chosen for the 2022 Volunteer Zambia (VZ) project. This initiative aims to change young people’s lives through committed support to the development of sport in Zambia. I was born and raised in Zambia, and six years ago I was among the children who were being trained and coached by the VZ students. I feel this made a bigger part of me as I was involved in the project’s comprehensive programmes since 2012. It’s one of the main reasons I was able to secure a scholarship to study at a reputable University like Loughborough.

Being part of this is so special as it enables me to give back and help young people realise that the social challenges they are facing do not define them, and to also remind them that they are capable of achieving their dreams.

I will be eternally grateful if you can help me reach the target required for the project, and together, we will be able to empower young people who will be part of the programme next year.