Como un niño pequeño que fue infligido por la enfermedad del Polio, puedo identificarme con la alegría experimentada y compartida por los jóvenes y las personas con discapacidad cuando hacen realidad sus sueños de jugar al fútbol y salir como un verdadero campeón, no sólo en el juego, pero también en la vida.
[As a little child that was inflicted by Polio, I can empathize with the joy experienced and shared by the young and the disabled when they realize their dreams to play football and come out as a real champion not only in the game but also in life.] - REMIGIO MARADONA

H.E. Ambassador Remigio M. Maradona, Secretary-General-IIMSAM, stated:
I percieve CAMP MARADONA® as a potent tool to initiate grassroots empowerment processes through Football- the most popular sport in the world. The societal participation in the programme manifests the will of the people to incorporate Spirulina in the sustainable development agenda and the inclusion of football as a powerful medium to empower the youth that are the future leaders of the country. The initiatives in the Republic of Kenya are IIMSAM's maiden enterprise and I urge the international community to come forward and support the endeavour of IIMSAM to eradicate malnutrition, achieve food security and bridge the health divide through Spirulina especially in the developing countries; and through CAMP MARADONA® to recognise and utilise the potential of sport not only to empower youth but also to affect a positive change in societies worldwide.

IIMSAM’s Secretary-General H.E. Ambassador Remigio Maradona with Dr. Wilfred Limke, UN Secretary General's Adviser on Sports for Peace and Development

Firmly believing in the principle of partnerships to realize the United Nations Millennium Development Goals and the potential of sports in securing peace and development, IIMSAM explored possible avenues of cooperation when its Secretary-General H.E Amb. Remigio M. Maradona met with H.E. Mr. Wilfried Lemke, Special Adviser to the UN Secretary-General on Sport for Development and Peace, on Friday, the 27th of June 2008. IIMSAM’s CAMP MARADONA Against Malnutrition, Global Sports for Peace and Development programme initiative that has a special priority for the Developing and the Least Developed Countries recognizes the fundamental right of every human being to sports which is essential for the full development of one's personality. IIMSAM's affirmative action programme CAMP MARADONA alongside providing food fortification through Spirulina to counter malnutrition also envisions providing value based education to children and the marginalized and vulnerable through the medium of sports across the globe.

IIMSAM's CAMP MARADONA is an extension of Football4Peace, a programme that was conceptualized and developed by H.E. Amb. Remigio Maradona for WAFUNIF the official Alumni Association of UN System in the year 2001. CAMP MARADONA is endorsed and supported by its goodwill ambassadors from across the world like eminent footballer Diego Maradona, footballer Eric Wynalda and Olympian Peter Rono among others.

At present, the program is focusing on pilot projects located in Dominican Republic, Bolivia, Ghana, Argentina, India, and Vanuatu .

The Camp Maradona Initiative envisions making sport a potent medium to aid towards peace and development and a tool towards better communication, coordination and cooperation to foster closer relationships among the world through sport. It will be a catalyst in organizing, securing, implementing, and assuring all stakeholders- Government, Private Sector, and Civil Society- contacts necessary to implement the Programme worldwide.

The Camp Maradona Initiative is guided and inspired by the spirit of the United Nation's resolutions -

• Sport as a means to promote education, health, development, and peace by proclaiming the year 2005 as 'The International Year of Sports and Physical Education'.
• Building a Peaceful and Better World through Sport and the Olympic Ideal.
• UNSC Resolution number 1325 (2000)
• The Millennium Declaration by the Heads of the Member States of the United Nations on 8 th of September 2000 .

CAMPMARADONA REAFFIRMS & IS GUIDED BY THE UNITED NATIONS RESOLUTION ON SPORTS AND THE OLYMPIC IDEA 

CAMPAMENTO-MARADONA REAFIRMA Y ES GUIADO POR LA RESOLUCION DE NACIONES UNIDAS SOBRE EL DEPORTE Y EL IDEAL OLIMPICO

Sport is a potent medium to bridge divides that is now being increasingly used to aid towards peace and development worldwide

Camp Maradona Newsletter, November - December 2009
Camp Maradona Newsletter, September 2009
Camp Maradona Newsletter, August 2009

Olympic Gold Medalist/All-American Soccer Superstar Staci Wilson and Goodwill Ambassador of IIMSAM with a focus supporting the United Nations Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), IIMSAM's Mandate and CAMPMARADONA© In the world of sports, an athlete secures a place in history when her team retires the number she wore. Few were surprised when University of North Carolina decided to honor All-America defender Staci Wilson by retiring her #27 jersey in 2001. In fact, it was as sure as a free kick on goal without the goalie present. Wilson is a certified superstar. And her resume is beyond impressive. Wilson was a two-time Parade magazine All-American in high school. In 1995, Soccer Digest named her co-National College Player of the Year. She is widely considered the toughest defensive player in the history of the college game. At North Carolina, she was a member of three NCAA national championship soccer teams in 1994, '96 and '97. As a senior, in 1997, Soccer America magazine named her "first-team All-America." In 1995 and '96, Wilson played for the U.S. National team and was a member of the gold-medal-winning women's soccer team at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. Drafted in 2000 by the Carolina Courage of the WUSA (Women"s United Soccer Association), Wilson played the 2001 season before nagging injuries slowed her professional career. Born in Livingston, New Jersey, and currently living in Virginia. Staci is committed to devote all her efforts to the work of IIMSAM throughout the world with the help of her wide network of contacts and soccer affiliations to enhance the mandate of IIMSAM in support of the United Nations Millennium Development Goals as well as CAMPMARADONA©.

Camp Maradona Initiative Facilitators and Advisers 2012-2014



H.E. Mr. Eric Wynalda

H.E. Mr. Eric Wynalda, IIMSAM’s Goodwill Ambassador from the US is a three-time FIFA World Cup veteran and is USA 's all-time leading scorer with 33 goals. He was instrumental in the US win over world champion Brazil in the finals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 1998. He is the recipient of the US Soccer's Chevrolet At...
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H.E. Mr. Eric Wynalda

H.E. Mr. Eric Wynalda, IIMSAM’s Goodwill Ambassador from the US is a three-time FIFA World Cup veteran and is USA 's all-time leading scorer with 33 goals. He was instrumental in the US win over world champion Brazil in the finals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup in 1998. He is the recipient of the US Soccer's Chevrolet Athlete of the Year Award in 1996. He was named the Futbol de Primera Player of the Year after scoring five goals in seven games for the US . Always supportive of the humanitarian causes, Eric has lent his full support and cooperation for our mission in the capacity of a goodwill ambassador.

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H.E. Mr. Peter K. Rono

H.E. Mr. Peter K. Rono, IIMSAM’s Goodwill Ambassador from Kenya is a Gold Medalist of the 1500 meter event in the 1988 Seoul Olympics. His experience and leadership skills as an athlete, coach, team organizer, and entrepreneur have given him great insights in areas such as personal management, conflict resolution, te...
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H.E. Mr. Peter K. Rono

H.E. Mr. Peter K. Rono, IIMSAM’s Goodwill Ambassador from Kenya is a Gold Medalist of the 1500 meter event in the 1988 Seoul Olympics. His experience and leadership skills as an athlete, coach, team organizer, and entrepreneur have given him great insights in areas such as personal management, conflict resolution, team building, quick decision making and problem solving that have special relevance for developing countries. His aura and leadership skills continue to inspire and affect the lives of his colleagues and peers in a positive way. He put his skills to practice by planning and launching a fast food restaurant in Kapsabet , Kenya . H.E. Kono has experience as a track and field consultant at the Kamabo Training Camp in Kapssabet, Kenya and later became the assistant track and field coach at Mount St. Mary's College that went on to win the Men's and Women's Northeast Conference Championship in 1997 and 1998.

H.E. Rono was the head coach of the International Olympic Committee High-Altitude Training Camp for Distance Runners from 1999-2000 that produced eight Olympians from seven countries at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.His honors and achievements included being inducted into the College Sports Hall of Fame appointed by the International Olympic Committee to conduct clinics for elite junior athletes in Britain, Germany, and Israel. In 1995 he was conferred an honor by the Pope John Paul II at the Vatican where he gave a globally televised speech on behalf of Catholic athletes worldwide, and on winning the Gold Metal in the 1500 meters, 1988 Seoul Olympic games.

H.E. Mr. Peter K. Rono "a Champion runner in real life and a forerunner for Peace and Development in the world"

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Mr. Joseph Odera Kumba

Born in 1965 in Nakuru. Went through Primary Education at Harambee Khalsa Primary School in Nakuru and later joined Menengai High School in Nakuru Town for High School Education up to A-levels where I captained the school football team to all time victory.

An accountant by profession. I went to Kenya Col...
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Mr. Joseph Odera Kumba

Born in 1965 in Nakuru. Went through Primary Education at Harambee Khalsa Primary School in Nakuru and later joined Menengai High School in Nakuru Town for High School Education up to A-levels where I captained the school football team to all time victory.

An accountant by profession. I went to Kenya College of Communications Technology where I attained a Diploma in Accounting with Kenya Accountants adn Secretaries National Examination board (KASNEB) as the examining body.

In 1985, I was recruited into the Kenya National Football Youth Team. I played alongside the likes of the legendary Diego Armando Maradona of Argentina, Roberto Baggio of Italy, etc., when the Kenya National Youth Team toured Italy for a tournament organized by Mr. Franco Rosso, the owner of Leopard Beach Hotels in Mombasa Kenya.

In 1987, I was recruited in the Kenya National Team Harambee Stars and had several caps.

In 1996, I proceeded to play professional football in Oman in the Middle East, where I played for Dhofar International for two seasons.

I have been player of the match on several occasions.

Now I am a Goodwill Ambassador, IIMSAM-Camp Maradona.

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Hon’ble Mr. Noel Miller

Hon’ble Mr. Noel Miller, IIMSAM`s Facilitator and Adviser for the Global Sports for Peace and Development Programme Initiative was born in Kingston, Jamaica and later migrated to London, UK. Mr. Miller attended the West Ham College of Technology where he studied Electrical Engineering and Business Management. He move...
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Hon’ble Mr. Noel Miller

Hon’ble Mr. Noel Miller, IIMSAM`s Facilitator and Adviser for the Global Sports for Peace and Development Programme Initiative was born in Kingston, Jamaica and later migrated to London, UK. Mr. Miller attended the West Ham College of Technology where he studied Electrical Engineering and Business Management. He moved to Florida, US and established several businesses along with the Global Youth Development Foundation (GYFD) that is a charitable organisation committed to the holistic development of children throughout the Caribbean and of the world. The organisation intends to use sports as a medium to foster the development of youth. Mr. Miller is a certified Football/soccer coach, also actively involved in sports & entertainment as a promoter of international football/soccer matches, track & field, cricket, basketball, music and dance concerts.Mr. Miller through the GYFD will be facilitate the IIMSAM’s Global Sports for Peace and Development Programme Initiative that would establish sustainable Sports and Development Youth Centers worldwide where each child can actualise his true potential. These facilities, currently in the planning and development stages, serve to nurture, develop and mould sporting skills, as well as mentor and instill the attitudes of patience and discipline. It will also have a supplemental Spirulina Food Programme to combat malnutrition.

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Hon’ble Mr. Roget V. Bryan

Hon’ble Mr. Roget V. Bryan, IIMSAM’s Facilitator for the Global Sports for Peace and Development Programme initiative is an accomplished attorney and business entrepreneur who brings his considerable experience with and knowledge of international sporting institutions to the organisation. Mr. Bryan's life long pass...
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Hon’ble Mr. Roget V. Bryan

Hon’ble Mr. Roget V. Bryan, IIMSAM’s Facilitator for the Global Sports for Peace and Development Programme initiative is an accomplished attorney and business entrepreneur who brings his considerable experience with and knowledge of international sporting institutions to the organisation. Mr. Bryan's life long passion for football has driven his continued involvement in the sport as a player, scout, agent, and consultant. As an attorney-at-law, he has represented several professional football players in professional leagues throughout the world and provided legal representation and strategic consulting services to football clubs, leagues, federations, and various other sporting organizations. Mr. Bryan was raised in Trinidad & Tobago and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Tufts University in Massachusetts where he was a standout competitor in NCAA Men's Track & Field. He earned his Juris Doctorate (Law) degree and Master's degree in International Affairs from Florida State University in Tallahassee , Florida . Mr. Bryan is also the Co-founder and President of TiDi Sports Management, an international sports management agency based in Miami, Florida .

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Mr. Yoiseif Baumgarten

Mr. Yoiseif Baumgarten, Advisor and Facilitator for the Global Sports for Peace Initiative, was born in the United States and raised in Argentina. At the age of fifteen he traveled to Israel for one year, then returned to the U.S. to earn his college degree. He then became a Rabbi and spent an extensive amount of time ...
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Mr. Yoiseif Baumgarten

Mr. Yoiseif Baumgarten, Advisor and Facilitator for the Global Sports for Peace Initiative, was born in the United States and raised in Argentina. At the age of fifteen he traveled to Israel for one year, then returned to the U.S. to earn his college degree. He then became a Rabbi and spent an extensive amount of time living throughout Latin America in pursuit of humanitarian and spiritual affairs. While living in Costa Rica he developed summer programs for children. Once these programs were established he moved to Cuba and began working within the Jewish community as a spiritual leader and brought provisional care to the region. After many years abroad Yoisief returned to the U.S. and worked as a teacher for children with disabilities in California. From 1998 to 2003 he returned to Argentina and worked as a youth soccer advisor and established a bond with Argentina's leading sports figures. Yoisief currently resides in New York and works for a successful mortgage company. He joins the IIMSAM as a seasoned professional in humanitarian affairs.

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