Who are we ? | Kabubu

Who are we ?

Kabubu is an association that aims to promote the social and professional inclusion of exiled people through the unifying values of sport.

The word Kabubu comes from Swahili and represents a state of mind fostered by encounters and friendship, forged around the practice of sport. Created in 2018 from inspiring encounters and reflections on the legacy of the Paris 2024 Games, the association's actions have continued to develop ever since. We are now present in Paris, Lyon and Strasbourg.

three actions

Social inclusion

Every week, we organise free sports activities (with free donations) open to everyone, to encourage intercultural encounters and break down prejudices.

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Professional inclusion

Since 2020, Kabubu has been a training organisation with a social aim. With Qualiopi certification, we offer programmes tailored to our audience in the field of sport.

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awareness workshops

We run workshops (Migration Fresk, team building, etc.) to raise awareness of migration issues among the general public and organisations.

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So what is the origin of KABUBU ?

In 2019, 132,700 asylum applications were registered with OFPRA and 46,200 refugee statuses were issued on French territory. Each of these people has a unique story, which is undoubtedly enriching for France. We aim to deconstruct prejudice by promoting solidarity through sport. On the pitch, we win or we lose. We succeed or we fail. We try. We share smiles, messages of encouragement and moments of doubt. Whatever happens, we're all in this together. Above and beyond sporting performance, we are convinced that migration is an enriching experience for everyone and helps to broaden our horizons. That's why we advocate living together and why our association is committed to the fundamental values of Olympism: excellence, friendship and respect. Sport is a real springboard for the inclusion of refugees, as it encourages solidarity, citizenship and the acquisition of skills.