ModBox - The story so far.
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Introduction of a community-focused modified boxing program in Uttarakhand,
IndiaBy a consortium of Australian of and Indian
organisations consisting of:
Modified Boxing
Why?
Internationally, boxing is popular(196 national federations – almost as many
as soccer)
Boxing is a great fitness activity(and is available even in dense cities)
However, the sport has raised many concerns
Medical Average of ~10
deathsper year plus risk
of sub-lethal brain injuries
LegalWhy should boxing be
exempt from laws defining criminal
assault?
SocialGlorification and
rewarding of violence
Ethical‘Intent to
harm’ opponent
Initial findings
• 10-fold increase in participation (compared to conventional boxing program)
• Strong appeal to females and families
• Wide age range
Later findings
Athletes valued:
• Strong focus on safety
• Belonging to a special community
• Improved self-image
• Positive coach/athlete relationships
• Use of games for skill development
• Purposeful training
Following the press conference, the launch of ModBox was reported in 17 newspapers and also covered by several TV stations
Zhidey Khangsar (Rehabilitation Centre) came on board
One of the coaches is a resident of the Centre. He is being assisted by a female boxer who is now a ModBoxcoach.
We now have 10 schools and the Rehabilitation Centre
… and the total number of participants is over 300 (~60% female)
An environmental awareness campaign is associated with the ModBox project.
Over 200 people including ModBox participants attended a tree-planting ceremony on 26th January 2017 and there was some Australian participation
via Skype.
Current status
• Highly positive feedback from DFAT
• Funding secured for further 12 months
• More schools wanting to come on board
• Coaching resource updated
• Strong collaborative relationships
• Equipment supply chain needs consolidation
• Links with Indian universities and local governments need to be pursued
• Win-win situation