THE EMMERSON BOYCE FOUNDATION
CREATING OPPORTUNITIES
TRANSFORMING LIVES THROUGH FOOTBALL
CREATING IMPACT
IN ETHIOPIA
Through the She Wins Coach Development Programme, the Emmerson Boyce Foundation worked alongside local and international partners to strengthen coach education, promote gender inclusion and create sustainable opportunities through football.
Programme Impact
48 Coaches
Successfully trained through the She Wins Coach Development Programme.
23 Female Coaches
Empowered through targeted coach education and leadership development.
25 Male Coaches
Engaged as allies in creating more inclusive football environments.
6+ Strategic Partners
Collaborating to deliver sustainable football development.
1 Shared Vision
Creating Opportunities Through Football.
CREATING SUSTAINABLE PATHWAYS FOR THE FUTURE OF BARBADIAN FOOTBALL
Working in partnership with the Barbados Football Association, national stakeholders and international organisations, Emmerson Boyce has supported the development of long-term football structures designed to strengthen player pathways, coach education and community engagement across Barbados.
- U14, U15, U17 & U21 national teams talent development
- Senior Men's and women's National Team – Player Development
- Senior Women's National Team – Player development
- National coach mentoring programme introduced
- Female-only CONCACAF coaching pathway
- FIFA Football for Schools launched
- FIFA Talent Development Scheme implemented
- Community coaching pathways expanded through schools and grassroots football
- National Peace Programme delivered through football hubs across Barbados
SCHOOL ENGAGMENT
PROGRAMME
Using Football to Re-engage, Inspire and Empower Young People
At the Emmerson Boyce Foundation, we use football as a powerful tool to support young people who may be experiencing challenges with behaviour, confidence, emotional wellbeing, school attendance or engagement in education.
Through mentoring, coaching and positive role models, we create safe, supportive environments where young people can develop the confidence, resilience and life skills needed to succeed both in school and beyond.
IMPACT
- Improved behaviour reports across participating young people.
- Positive feedback from schools on post-incident reflection sessions.
- Increased self-awareness and accountability for personal behaviour.
- Greater engagement with learning and positive decision-making.
- Improved relationships with staff and peers.
OUR PURPOSE
The Emmerson Boyce Foundation exists to create opportunities through football, education and leadership.
We believe football has the power to transform lives, strengthen communities and unlock potential. By combining sport with education, leadership and social impact, we create sustainable pathways that enable individuals and communities to thrive.
Founded by former Premier League footballer Emmerson Boyce, the Foundation delivers innovative programmes that develop players, educate coaches, support referees, empower young people, champion equality, promote safeguarding and improve employability. Through strategic partnerships across the UK and internationally, we create opportunities that extend far beyond the game.
Our mission is simple:
To develop character, create opportunity and transform lives through football.
OUR VISION
To become a leading football-for-development foundation, creating sustainable opportunities that inspire individuals, strengthen communities and leave a lasting social legacy across the UK and around the world.
OUR CORE VALUES
Opportunity
We believe every individual deserves access to opportunities that enable them to grow, succeed and reach their full potential.
Integrity
We act with honesty, professionalism and accountability, building trust through everything we do.
Inclusion
We create welcoming environments where everyone is respected, valued and given the opportunity to participate regardless of background, ability or gender.
Leadership
We inspire individuals to lead with confidence, responsibility and purpose, creating positive change within their communities.
Excellence
We strive for the highest standards in every programme, partnership and opportunity we deliver.
Collaboration
We believe lasting impact is achieved through meaningful partnerships with schools, clubs, charities, businesses and communities.
Empowerment
We equip individuals with the confidence, knowledge and skills to shape their own future.
Innovation
We embrace creativity, new ideas and forward-thinking approaches to maximise our impact through football.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Football Development
Developing players, coaches and referees through high quality education, mentoring and performance programmes that create clear progression pathways at every level of the game.
Education & Leadership
Delivering leadership, mentoring and employability programmes that build confidence, transferable skills and life long learning through the power of sport.
Community Impact
Using football to improve health and wellbeing, promote safeguarding, champion equality and inclusion, strengthen communities and inspire positive social change.
EMMERSON BOYCE FOUNDATION
Pathways & Opportunity
Creating meaningful pathways into education, employment, coaching, officiating and football by connecting individuals with opportunities that support long term personal and professional development.
International Development
Working with partners across the UK and internationally to deliver sustainable football, education and community programmes that create lasting opportunities and encourage global collaboration.
Lasting Legacy
Building programmes and partnerships that continue to create opportunities for future generations, developing leaders, strengthening communities and ensuring football remains a force for positive change.
WHAT WE DELIVER
- Player Development Programmes
- Coach Education & Development
- Referee Education & Support
- Football Pathway Development
- Leadership & Mentoring
- Employability & Career Development
- Community Outreach Programmes
- Youth Empowerment
- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
- Safeguarding Education
- Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
- Women's & Girls' Football Development
- International Football Partnerships
- School & Education Programmes
- Social Impact Projects
- Research, Innovation & Consultancy
Impact & Experience
Evidence of social impact, coach development and community change
SCHOOL IMPACT PROGRAMME
Improving Behaviour Through Football
Our School Engagement Programme has demonstrated a positive impact on the behaviour, confidence and engagement of young people by using football as a platform for mentoring, personal development and positive relationships.
OBSERVED OUTCOMES
Improved behaviour and attitudes towards learning.
Reduced classroom disruption and behavioural incidents.
Stronger relationships with teachers, staff and peers.
Increased accountability and personal responsibility.
Improved attendance and punctuality.
Greater engagement in school life and learning.
Enhanced decision making and emotional self-awareness.
By creating safe, supportive environments, young people develop the confidence to pause, reflect and make more positive decisions, helping them succeed both in school and beyond.
Creating Opportunities Through Football. Building Confidence. Inspiring Positive Change.
CREATING IMPACT IN ETHIOPIA
She Wins Initiative
Using Football to Empower the Next Generation of Female Leaders
I’m proud to have led an international coaching delegation alongside the British Embassy, Addis Ababa Youth & Sports Bureau, NZ Communications, Football for Humanity, and SMS Pro Soccer as part of the She Wins initiative.
Together, we’re using football to inspire, educate and empower young women and coaches, creating opportunities, building confidence, and developing pathways for future female leaders in sport.
Football is more than a game — it’s a platform for change.
Community Coaching Project – Empowering Through Football
Building Connections, Sharing Knowledge, Inspiring Change
It’s been an honour to meet so many incredible people and witness first-hand how the power of football continues to be a universal language that brings communities together.
As part of the #SheWins project, led by The British Embassy in Ethiopia, I had the privilege of delivering The Emmerson Boyce Football Methodology Programme alongside Football for Humanity and SMS Pro Soccer.
The week was filled with practical sessions, open discussions, and shared learning with 43 passionate coaches exploring how football can empower, educate, and inspire both on and off the pitch.
It was a truly inspiring experience, a reminder that football is more than just a game; it’s a platform for growth, equality and lasting change.
One Game. One Goal. One Humanity
The Emmerson Boyce Foundation is proud to announce a powerful collaboration with Football for Humanity and SMS Pro Soccer, united by a shared mission: to empower young people and take a stand against gender-based violence through the power of football.
One Game. One Goal. One Humanity.
The Emmerson Boyce Foundation is proud to collaborate with Football for Humanity and SMS Pro Soccer, united by a shared mission to empower young people and take a stand against gender based violence through the power of football.
In partnership with the British Embassy Addis Ababa under the Great Britain & Northern Ireland Campaign, this initiative supports locally led solutions, creates safer spaces and helps build a world where everyone has the opportunity to play, learn and lead without fear.
Drawing on elite football experience and a deep commitment to social impact, the Foundation is helping transform football into a global platform for education, equality and hope.
Together, we believe football is more than a game, it is a powerful tool for education, protection, empowerment and lasting social change.
Founded by Chris Thomas, Football for Humanity aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, integrating sport, education and social development to protect, empower and unite communities around the world.
CREATING SUSTAINABLE PATHWAYS
FOR THE
FUTURE OF BARBADIAN FOOTBALL
The Emmerson Boyce Foundation has partnered with the Barbados Football Association to support the continued growth and development of football across Barbados.
The partnership aims to raise football standards, develop sustainable player pathways and create opportunities for players, coaches and communities to thrive both on and off the pitch.
Honoured with the Barbados Golden Jubilee Award in 2016, Emmerson Boyce brings a deep personal connection and passion for using football as a force for positive change.
Speaking about the partnership, Emmerson said:
“Our objective is to enhance the calibre of football in Barbados by developing talented players capable of competing at the highest levels globally. At the same time, we want to break down barriers to participation, creating an inclusive football culture where everyone has the opportunity to be involved from aspiring athletes to those who simply love the game.”
The initiative also focuses on using football as a platform to address important social challenges, particularly supporting young women and increasing opportunities within girls’ and women’s football.
Barbados Football Association President Randy Harris highlighted the importance of developing the women’s game and creating a pathway for future generations:
“Barbados is positioned to play a leading role in the growth of girls’ and women’s football in the Caribbean, setting new standards and inspiring emerging football nations.”
Through this partnership, the Emmerson Boyce Foundation and the Barbados Football Association share a commitment to developing talent, promoting equality, strengthening communities and using football as a vehicle for lasting social impact.
The programme successfully empowered girls and young women by creating inclusive learning environments and delivering gender-focused training for players, coaches and referees. By challenging barriers and changing perceptions around women’s participation in sport, the initiative expanded opportunities, encouraged leadership and supported the development of a more inclusive football culture where women and girls can play, coach and lead.
The initiative created a lasting positive impact by increasing confidence, self-esteem and a sense of belonging among girls and young women. Beyond participation in football, the programme addressed wider challenges around equality, health and wellbeing by promoting active lifestyles, challenging outdated perceptions and creating safe, inclusive environments where women and girls could participate, develop and lead.
SUPPORTING THE BARBADOS
NATIONAL UNITED SOCIETY OF THE BLIND
At the Emmerson Boyce Foundation, we believe football has the power to bring people together, create opportunities and inspire positive change beyond the pitch.
Supporting the Barbados National United Society of the Blind was a deeply meaningful experience, reminding us that the beautiful game is for everyone. Through football, we had the privilege of connecting with incredible individuals whose strength, determination and positivity left a lasting impact on everyone involved.
This initiative was about more than participation it was about inclusion, confidence and creating a sense of belonging. By adapting football activities and experiences to ensure everyone could be involved, We used the sport as a tool to inspire, empower and ensuring everyone had the opportunity to participate
The passion, energy and resilience shown by the participants demonstrated the true values of sport: teamwork, respect, courage and community.
At the Emmerson Boyce Foundation, we remain committed to creating opportunities through football, ensuring that the game continues to be a platform where everyone has the chance to participate, connect and be inspired.
Football has no barriers. Football belongs to everyone.
SUPPORTING
STREET SOCCER USA
At the Emmerson Boyce Foundation, we are proud to support Street Soccer USA, an organisation that shares our belief in the power of football to inspire, empower and transform lives.
Through this partnership, we have had the privilege of engaging with remarkable individuals and communities, witnessing first-hand how football creates connection, builds confidence and opens doors to new opportunities for people from all backgrounds.
What makes this work truly meaningful is the people. Their resilience, determination and willingness to overcome challenges demonstrate the life-changing impact that sport can have when combined with positive relationships, mentorship and community support.
Street Soccer USA continues to demonstrate how football can break down barriers, strengthen communities and create lasting pathways for personal growth and social inclusion.
Together, we remain committed to using football as a force for good creating opportunities, inspiring hope and helping individuals realise their full potential.
Creating Opportunities Through Football. Changing Lives Through Sport.
AMBASSADOR
Using My Platform to Inspire, Support and Create Positive Change
I take immense pride in serving as an ambassador for a number of charities and organisations that share a commitment to improving lives, creating opportunities and making a positive difference within communities.
Throughout my journey in football, I have always believed that the responsibility of a player extends beyond the pitch. Through my ambassador roles, I have the privilege of using my experiences, voice and platform to support important causes, inspire the next generation and help raise awareness for initiatives that create meaningful change.
Whether through sport, education, inclusion or community development, I am passionate about working with organisations that empower individuals and provide opportunities for people to reach their full potential.
Football has given me incredible opportunities throughout my life, and I believe in using that journey to give back, inspire others and help create pathways for future generations.
Creating Opportunities Through Football. Inspiring Change Beyond The Game.
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