International nurse recruitment agency Conexus MedStaff and Fairplay For All Foundation announced a partnership to help children in the Philippines access education and live healthier lives. Funding from Conexus will sponsor Fairplay For All’s youth scholar program, helping ensure their continued education and improving access to nutritious meals and clean water, essentials for learning and achieving academically.
Fairplay, a nonprofit community-based organization based in Payatas, Quezon City, aims to level the playing field by empowering local people to break the cycle of poverty. Fairplay uses football as a universal tool to improve the well-being of the community. Their mission is for all children to learn, play, and grow.
Fairplay scholarship funds cover transportation to and from school, uniforms, basic school supplies, daily lunches, and provide academic, social, and emotional support to children in the education program. This holistic care helps promote good mental health andoffers financial incentives, which is critical to making a positive impact in young lives. Providing children and their families access to nutritious meals and clean water is central to the program, as proper nourishment is essential for effective learning and academic performance.
To mark the partnership launch, employees from the Conexus Philippines office visited Fairplay’s community center and café in Payatas. Employees of the U.S. nurse staffing agency met the children, played football, and gifted two new first aid kits to the foundation.
The partnership between Conexus and Fairplay For All Foundation will also provide first aid and basic life support training certifications to the Foundation’s coaches, as well as mentorship from Conexus international registered nurses for young people considering a career in nursing.
This impactful initiative is part of the newly launched Social Impact Program at Conexus MedStaff, which seeks to make the world a healthier place for future generations. Conexus CEO Andrew Moreton said: “By tackling inequalities in education and health through partnerships like this, we can inspire the next generation to excel in healthcare and beyond.”
Benjie Jalasco, Conexus Community Development Manager, added: “Fairplay is doing transformative work improving the education and well-being of our Philippines communities, and this is at the heart of the legacy we aim to create. We are honored that our support can make a difference, helping children achieve their dreams and attain extraordinary careers.”
Roy Moore, Founder of Fairplay For All Foundation, said: “At Fairplay, we're strengthening the Payatas community to respond to challenges and reimagining holistic support that keeps young people in education. We believe no-one should be trapped in poverty just because of where they were born. Every child deserves a decent education but too many children in the Payatas community lack the financial stability needed to study. Thanks to partners like Conexus, we can extend our health and education programs to improve more young lives.”
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