Sport against poverty - 6 Minute English สาธารณะ

Introduction
Sport is changing lives and giving hope to young people leading the toughest lives. Neil and Sam discuss how surfing is changing the lives of some South African kids and skateboarding is giving more confidence to Afghan children. For you, new vocabulary!

This weeks question
Many projects around the world use sports to change childrens’ lives - improving mental health, challenging stereotypes and giving hope. Among them is the Ebony Club in Brixton which uses sport to help young people in London’s most disadvantaged communities – but which sport? That’s my quiz question. Is it:
a) golf
b) tennis
c) horse riding

Listen to the programme to find out the answer.

Vocabulary
trauma
severe emotional shock and pain caused by an extremely upsetting experience

self-image
how a person feels about themselves, their personality, achievements and value

challenging
difficult or demanding in a way that tests your ability or determination

mentor
experienced and trusted advisor who helps a younger, less experienced person

life skills
important skills everyone needs to solve everyday problems and issues

goal setting
identifying the things you want to achieve and planning how to accomplish them

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