Welcome to
MINDPLAY!

Youth mental well-being through playful sports

Play

Connect

Thrive

MINDPLAY is a movement that brings sports and mental well-being together to support young people from marginalized backgrounds. Through the power of volleyball, we help youth build confidence, resilience, and a strong support network—both on and off the court.

Join us in creating a world where every young person feels seen, supported, and empowered to thrive!

About partners

Meet our team

FAVB is a non-profit sports federation dedicated to promoting volleyball as a tool for social inclusion and personal development. With nearly 6,000 members, including athletes, coaches, and referees, they provide training programs, competitions, and awareness campaigns focused on using sports to support mental health and well-being. Their expertise in organizing events and educational programs makes them a key leader in MINDPLAY. 

Kogui Hub is a youth-focused NGO specializing in mental health awareness and emotional well-being. They develop innovative online and face-to-face training programs, combining mental health research, mindfulness techniques, and digital tools. Their role in MINDPLAY includes creating educational resources and leading the Mental Well-Being Toolkit to help coaches support young athletes. 

Mundus Bulgaria is an experienced NGO working in youth development, education, and sports. They bring strong expertise in non-formal education and sports-based learning. In MINDPLAY, they take the lead on developing the Training Program for Coaches, ensuring that sport mentors gain the skills and knowledge to support youth mental health. 

Aktyvistai is a dynamic youth organization that promotes personal growth, mobility, and social inclusion through sports and cultural events. They have vast experience in organizing interactive sports initiatives and fostering intercultural learning. Their role in MINDPLAY includes hosting the International Volleyball Match and Piloting Activities, bringing young athletes and coaches together to test and refine the program. 

Each partner plays a unique and essential role in making MINDPLAY a powerful initiative for youth empowerment, mental health awareness, and sports-driven social inclusion.

Our Work

Training Coaches for Mental Health Awareness

We provide specialized training programs to equip coaches and mentors with the skills to identify and support young athletes dealing with mental health challenges.

Building Safe & Supportive Communities

Our project fosters the creation of community hubs where youth can connect, share their experiences, and find support through the love of sports.

International Volleyball Match & Piloting Activities 

 MINDPLAY organizes engaging events where young people and coaches come together to practice, compete, and grow—both mentally and physically. 

Mental Well-Being Through Sport Toolkit

 A free online resource for coaches, organizations, and young athletes to access valuable mental health strategies through sports-based activities. 

Got questions? Want to collaborate? We’d love to hear from you!

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