JOSE MOURINHO has become an ambassador for Tottenham’s ‘To Care is To Do’ project which will see him mentor kids in social care.
Mourinho, 57, will hold sessions on self-belief and achievement for groups of youngsters at the club’s training ground.
Jose Mourinho announced he is now an ambassador for the club’s ‘To Care is To Do’ projectCredit: AP:Associated Press
The Portuguese father-of-two will also be a regular presence at key events throughout the year.
The project has been run by the club’s charitable Foundation for more than 15 years.
It aims to help children in the care system improve their educational performance through extra learning outside of the school day.
Stats show there are a higher number of absentees, exclusions and unemployment among kids in care and care leavers.
Former Chelsea and Manchester United boss Mourinho announced his support for the scheme at the annual Haringey Educational Achievement Awards.
He said: “I would like to congratulate everyone who received an award this year.
“I have learned a lot about your incredible achievements, often in the face of difficulties, and I’m inspired by it.
“‘So much so, that I have been speaking with the club and I’m pleased to announce that I have become an ambassador.
“I am extremely passionate about helping young people achieve the best they can in life and realise their potential.
“Children that have grown up in care often find themselves at a disadvantage when it comes to education and employment opportunities – the club does fantastic work to tackle this through ‘To Care Is To Do’.
“Children that have grown up in care often find themselves at a disadvantage when it comes to education and employment opportunities – the club does fantastic work to tackle this through To Care Is To Do.”
Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy added: “Our long-standing work with children in care is fundamental to the DNA of our club.
“The importance of ‘To Care Is To Do’ to everyone at the club is underlined by Jose’s commitment to supporting the programme.
“Having a connection with someone like Jose will be transformative for this group of young people and give them the drive and belief needed to fulfil their potential.”
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