MDL supports Onda Esportiva

Empowering youth through sports and community development.

MDL is proud to partner with Onda Esportiva, an initiative under Onda Solidária, an Anglo-Brazilian charity dedicated to using sports as a tool for social integration and transformation for children and young people in Brazil.

Yuri Mendes Martins, MDL Brazil Country Manager, expressed the company's vision: "At MDL, we believe in the power of sports to transform lives and build stronger communities. Our partnership with Onda Esportiva is about giving young people in Brazil the tools and opportunities they need to reach their full potential, both on and off the field. This partnership is a testament to MDL's commitment to community development and fostering positive change, wherever our work takes us.”

Onda Esportiva aims to democratise access to sports, providing quality classes along with social and cultural activities to empower young people. Through this collaboration, MDL is sponsoring sports kits to enable the children to confidently participate, learn and grow in a supportive environment, promoting inclusion and teamwork.

Ricardo Calçado, Onda Esportiva Project Director, highlighted the impact of this partnership: "With MDL's support, we are not only providing quality sports kits but also creating an environment that fosters growth, learning and a sense of belonging for thousands of children. Together, we're building a brighter future through sports and community empowerment."

Additionally, MDL is contributing to the development of the "Eco Olympic Village," a facility focused on human development, education and sustainability. The Eco Olympic Village is designed to strengthen solidarity and generate opportunities by connecting sports with environmental awareness, providing young people with a space where they can thrive both athletically and personally.

MDL’s support for Onda Esportiva aligns with the company’s vision of creating lasting positive impacts in the communities in which it operates. By investing in initiatives like the Eco Olympic Village, MDL is helping to inspire the next generation of leaders, athletes and changemakers.

Learn more about the initiative on their website.