The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and Chinese sportswear group Anta Group have renewed their global partnership, “Moving for Change,” for a new three-year term covering 2026 to 2029. Announced in Geneva on November 9, the renewed collaboration will see Anta contribute US$1.5 million in funding and donate 1.2 million pieces of sportswear and equipment to support education, sports and protection programmes for displaced children and young people in Africa. The partnership builds on the organisations’ cooperation established in 2023, which has benefited more than 300,000 children and youth across Ethiopia, Kenya and Burundi through financial assistance, educational resources and sports initiatives.
During the first three years, the partnership supported more than 33,500 children in continuing their education, funded the construction of 16 classrooms, and helped build or upgrade sports facilities at 48 schools. Nearly 13,000 students also participated in dedicated sports training and competitions, promoting physical and mental well-being, social inclusion and confidence. The renewed partnership will continue to expand access to education and sports while providing UNHCR with more flexible funding to respond to evolving humanitarian needs and maintain essential services during emergencies and displacement crises. By bringing together sport, education and humanitarian support, the initiative highlights the role of corporate partnerships in advancing inclusive opportunities and resilience among displaced communities.
