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Sport against poverty

6 Minute English

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How Skaterboarding Can Teach Children Life Skills

Skaterstan gives free skateboard lessons to children aged 5-17 in Afghanistan. Australian Oliver Perkovich started the organisation after travelling there with his skateboard. Skaterstan volunteer Jessica Faulkner explains how skateboarding reinforces positive educational messages, which Afghan kids don't always get at home.

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