The JAG Sports and Education Foundation was formed in order to give the youth of South Africa an opportunity to develop and achieve their potential through sport and education.
The JAG Sports and Education Foundation focuses on education and sport development at a grass roots level, by giving the youth hope and encouraging young South Africans to dream and to transform their dreams into achievable realities.
Vision
Through Sport and Education to give young people opportunities and pride in themselves to achieve their potential and to contribute to peace in South Africa and the upliftment of our nation’s social well being.
Mission
Through our Foundation and the alliances we form, we make a difference to the young people through value and community-based sporting and educational programs.
We motivate and give the young people a sense of pride, belonging and achievement to overcome the challenges they face to strive towards their dream.
Objectives
Through Sport and Education
* To give the youth opportunities and enhance personal development and pride to achieve their potential
* To engage kids in a program structure that teaches values and enhances self-esteem, self-discipline, perseverance, focus and sportsmanship
* To promote peace and social upliftment as well as the promotion of positive role models
* To identify youth with potential and to create opportunities enabling them to achieve their true potential.
Elana Meyer Profile
Elana Meyer is the Executive Director of JAG Sports and Education Foundation.
Elana Meyer is a passionate runner and SA Olympic Medal Holder. Elana’s main career highlights include:
* Olympic Silver Medal
* Broke world records on six occasions
* Current world record holder over the 21,1km
* A World Champion over 21,1km
Since retiring from international competitive racing in 2005 Elana has focused on using her vast experience to add value to organizations and institutions. In early 2007 she joined forces with the JAG Sports and Education Foundation and is responsible for the running of the Foundation and implementing education programs which promote physical health, emotional well-being and personal achievement in underserved communities.
