“Our power always strengthens in numbers.” Historically shown amongst various cultures and tribes, through generations across the world, we have always accomplished goals better through community and unity. And in today’s modern world – where change comes faster than ever – our need to rediscover the true meaning of community feels more urgent and sacred […]
As we count down to Umoja 12 – our annual all-ages Muslim soccer tournament this December – we’re reminded that soccer is more than just a sport. For our youth, it’s a way to grow in body, mind, and spirit, while building lifelong connections with family and community. Here’s why this beautiful game means so much to […]
That’s right – and we couldn’t be more hyped to come together again! Registration is now open! Register Here As we gear up for Umoja 12 this December, we’re still replaying last year’s tournament with memorable moments. The laughter, the unity, the hard work, the spirit of the game, and the feeling that Umoja is much […]
It seems that as the years go by, tablets and phones end up in the hands of younger and younger children, their eyes glued to the tiny moving characters on their screens. Video games, tablets, computers and iPhones have come to occupy every waking moment of children’s time and energy, leaving them addicted to the […]
The relationship between sport and religion has dated back to the earliest civilizations and has continued to evolve as society has developed into the modern civilization that we now live in. The ways in which sport structures beliefs, values and behaviors is often compared to the ways in which religion teaches important values and lessons. […]
In 2020, more than 10,000 Canadians were surveyed for The Rally Report, a report supported by Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities exploring the current trends in sport participation with a specific focus on girls and women. The study showed that as girls age, the rate of participation dips: 57% of girls aged 6-12 are active weekly […]
With the price of gas making travel more expensive, the idea of leaving home for an event can seem daunting. Fortunately, Richmond is a vibrant and compelling city with enough fun activities to easily turn your tournament weekend into a vacation for the whole family. Between a plethora of cool museums, stunning natural habitats […]
April 27th, 2022 Asalam Alaiykum, As we all know, the Holy month of Ramadan extends beyond simply abstaining from food. Instead as Muslims, we are tasked with introspection, to look within our hearts and aim to cleanse our souls to emerge as better versions of ourselves. As this Holy Month comes to an end, […]
You won’t want to miss Beyond the Game, our upcoming 9-part docu-series! It tells the story of Umoja Games, from its beginnings in 2012 through to the present day. We’re also going to discuss what’s next for the world’s largest annual Shi’a soccer tournament. Beyond the Game will be available exclusively in the Umoja app. […]
Say hello to Umoja’s new app! The keystone of the organization, the Umoja app ties together all of our branches – uGames, uAcacdemy, uMentor, and uCare – and puts everything they have to offer at your fingertips. The app is available for iOS and Android today! Download for iOS Download for Android Use the app […]
