June 26 – The Sport Integrity Global Alliance (SIGA) has agreed a strategic partnership with Soul Touchin’ Experiences LLC (STE) aimed at advancing inclusion, equity, and integrity in sport.
The partnership will activate via a dedicated mentorship programme for American youth with disabilities.
It will combine the SIGAWomen mentorship model and STE’s expertise in community engagement, civic empowerment, and accessible sport. Focus is on empowering young people with disabilities through leadership development, community-based activities, and practical pathways into careers in sport.
Katie Simmonds, SIGA’s Global Chief Commercial Officer, and Chair of the SIGAWomen Council, highlighted the significance of this partnership: “This community impact project means a lot to us. By harnessing the power of soccer and mentorship, building on the experience and legacy being built by SIGAWomen and wide SIGA universe, we are committed to opening doors of opportunity for disabled and marginalized youth across America, offering not just education, but empowerment, joy and pathways to employment.”
The new mentorship programme was developed with the opportunity of the World Cup 2026 in focus.
Keith Jones, President and CEO of SoulTouchin’ Experiences and Co-Founder Emeritus of Krip-Hop Nation, said: “Accessible Sports in Society – ASIS is initially a two-year project by Soul Touchin’ Experiences LLC and will be developed through a partnership with Autistic Women and Nonbinary Network. By engaging the community at the intersection of sports, arts and technology, we will be using the game of soccer as a gateway to full community inclusion. We are excited to announce our partnership with SIGA as one of our collaborators for mentorship.”
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