Ammaya Vox
Ammaya Vox
Using Sports for Drug Abuse Prevention Part - 1 by Tripti Bisht
Using Sports for Drug Abuse Prevention Part - 1 by Tripti Bisht
Using Sports for Drug Abuse Prevention Part - 1 by Tripti Bisht
Monday 26th July 2021
Siddhartha Upadhyay discusses using sports to prevent drug use among underprivileged kids in India on 'Journeys Through Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!Kicking Addiction: How Sports Can Keep Kids Off Drugs with Siddhartha Upadhyay
The kick you get from drugs you can get a better kick from art, from singing, from music, from sports.
Picture this: a football field buzzing with energy, where underprivileged kids are not just playing but building a future free from drugs. In this episode of 'Journeys Through Recovery', host Ammaya Vox sits down with Siddhartha Upadhyay, the visionary behind STAIRS, to chat about how sports can be a game-changer in drug prevention. Siddhartha, a social entrepreneur and recipient of the prestigious Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar, shares his inspiring journey of using sports to transform lives at the grassroots level.
From his work with the STAIRS School Football League, which engages over 100,000 young footballers, to his role in major events like the FIFA U-17 World Cup, Siddhartha brings a wealth of experience to the table. He talks about the importance of cognitive skill development and how sports can steer kids away from the lure of drugs. The conversation also touches on the broader impact of keeping children engaged in positive activities like art, music, and sports.
But it’s not just about keeping kids busy. Siddhartha emphasizes the need for effective communication campaigns to spread awareness and educate both kids and their communities about the dangers of drug use. He believes in the power of telling children that they can get a better 'kick' from sports than from substances. If you're curious about innovative ways to tackle drug addiction or looking for some hope and inspiration, this episode is a must-listen.
Join Ammaya and Siddhartha as they explore how a simple game can change lives and build a brighter future for India's youth.