Move Forward

An intensive dance, basketball, rap and boxing program to uplift children with tough backgrounds. Acting local going global.

The Move Forward coaches work in shelters, refugee camps and slums. Move Forward Foundation offers a dance, basketball and rap program to empower teenagers growing up under tough conditions.

05/05/2026

When freedom is taken, let’s find the freedom in movement.

Visit moveforward.org or link in bio for the full documentary They Matter Too

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Starring: Special thanks: Jamila Sousa Baessa

18/03/2026

Every child deserves to be seen and to feel special 🏆 That’s what a Move Forward coach does.

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16/03/2026

This team is making impact happen every day 🏆

08/03/2026

Behind the doors of a safe house, women reclaim their strength. Recently, a film crew captured our work in a new documentary. On International Women’s Day, we are proud to share a first glimpse.

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02/03/2026

Big News! After 12 years of visionary leadership, Nina is stepping out of the Director role. She built the foundation, set the direction and shaped Move Forward. Lesley steps in as our new Managing Director to lead the next phase of growth. He understands the youth we are supporting like no other, has a background in sports and is a business builder. As the founder, Nina remains actively involved and committed to Move Forward’s mission.
We are excited for this next chapter!

22/01/2026

Six coaches. Six sports. Three trauma specialists. One powerful exchange. Exploration Days at campus.

07/01/2026

We teamed up with coaches from and .fearless . These Exploration Days were made possible by ‘s Forward Fund. More about this special collaboration, including incredible trauma specialists, will be shared soon!

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29/12/2025

For the past three years, these incredible coaches have been teaching weekly in shelters across Mexico City. So it was time to shine a light on them!

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26/11/2025

On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women we like to share a closer look of our Hidden Girls project, where our coaches support girls affected by violence through dance and sports helping them rebuild confidence, ease trauma and find the strength to move forward.

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06/11/2025

Ready to improve your game? 🏀 Register by email for our basketball clinic! All levels are welcome 🏆

09/09/2025

We’re hiring a Program Coordinator! Do you enjoy creating impact and supporting refugees through a sports program? We’re looking for someone who excels at organization, coordination and planning. A team player who supports colleagues, builds strong connections and communicates openly and effectively. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply!

💰 Salary: based on experience
⏱️ Hours: 6 hours per week
📍 Location: remote / flexible
📅 Start date: this month

Send your motivation to [email protected]

Note: You must be based in the Netherlands and fluent in Dutch.

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Amsterdam

Website

http://www.moveforward.org/donate

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