The Homeless World Cup is an international soccer tournament, where a homeless person gets a once in a lifetime opportunity to represent their country and change their life forever. The 2010 tournament will be held September 19th-26th in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Urban Opportunities for Change Foundation, Inc. is beginning the selection process to find players who will speak for their country, regarding the international issue of  homelessness, using football as a tool. This is an incredible and empowering experience for a marginalized person. Please consider nominating someone who will add to the advocacy of the Homeless World Cup, “Everyone Needs a Home,” and change that person’s life forever.

We have completed two successful years. The Philippines has been represented in Melbourne and Milan. The 2010 players, will incur no costs. All food, lodging, airfare, uniforms, and training will be provided. In addition, a stipend will be given during the players stay in Rio. The 2010 players are expected to commit to training, team and media events before and after the games.

1. Potential players must be 16 years of age, men and women, but we encourage at least 18 year olds for documentation     reasons.
2. Potential players must be according to HWC Rules one of the following:
   • Homeless/Vulnerably Housed
   • Orphan in an institution
   • Street Dweller
   • Internally Displaced Refugee
   • Currently in a drug rehab program and have been homeless in the past two years or
   • Indigenous Person who is not living in their Tribal lands for reasons beyond their control, or is vulnerably living on their tribal lands or
   • Vendor of the Jeepney magazine an INSP  «street paper»
3. The potential player will be evaluated on their athletic ability and football skills
4. The potential player will be evaluated based on their current and/or past life story.
5. The potential player will be evaluated on what this opportunity can do for them and their community.
6. The potential player will be evaluated on their ability to communicate and speak for marginalized people
7. The potential player will be evaluated on his commitment and availability to the program.

Please submit by mail or email a short summary of the player or players you are nominating, with contact information and location. For additional information about the games, the selection committee, or other inquiries please email or call Uurban Opportunties. The Homeless World Cup has proven beyond doubt that sport has the power to change lives.

Blessings and God speed,

William R. Shaw

Executive Director

Urban Opportunities for Change Foundation, Inc.

Ph: 09287803682