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Empowering Communities Through Sport and Sustainability

Join Us in Transforming Lives and Building a Brighter Caribbean Future


About Us

The Caribbean Sport and Sustainable Development NGO (CSSD) promotes sport as a fundamental tool for sustainable development in the Caribbean. Founded in 2023 in Guadeloupe, CSSD focuses on peace, education, health, and cultural understanding, aligning with the UN's 2030 Agenda. Through community projects and strategic partnerships, we aim to foster social cohesion, enhance human rights, and improve the quality of life across the region.

Founder & President.

Marvin 

Jno-Baptiste

  Former semi-pro basketball player.and after more than 15 years of experience as a sustainable development consultant in the Francophonie of the Americas, Marvin proudly launched Caribbean Sports & Sustainable Development in 2023

 Through CSSD, he actively promotes sport to achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in the Caribbean. He acts as a facilitator to encourage collaboration and dialogue between Caribbean states, civil society, Caribbean sports federations, clubs, and the media. 

  Marvin places particular emphasis on the promotion of sports as a vector of sustainable development through various fields such as cooperation, tourism, culture, health, education and environmental protection.


Our Precious Partners


Harnessing the Power of Sport: CSSD's Mission for Sustainable Development in the Caribbean

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Sport as a Catalyst for Peace

CSDD emphasizes the role of sport in fostering social cohesion and resolving conflicts in Caribbean communities, promoting peace through inclusive sporting activities that bridge divides.

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Empowering Youth through Sport

CSDD focuses on empowering young people by providing access to sports education and opportunities, enhancing skills, confidence, and community involvement for a sustainable future.

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Building Partnerships for Sustainable Development

CSDD actively fosters partnerships among governments, NGOs, and sports federations to leverage resources and expertise, ensuring the integration of sport in development agendas across the Caribbean.


Building Peace and Prosperity: The Role of CSSD in Promoting Sports and Community Cohesion

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Sports: A Bridge for Unity

CSSD uses the universal language of sports to enhance understanding and bridging communities through common experiences and goals. Our programs promote dialogue and create a peaceful platform for interaction among diverse groups.

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Empowerment through Engagement

By promoting regular sports participation, CSSD empowers individuals, particularly youth, to develop skills, build confidence, and engage positively with their communities, leading to improved social cohesion and reduced violence.

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Cultural Exchange and Understanding

CSSD's multicultural sports camps promote cultural exchange, allowing participants to learn from one another, fostering mutual respect and understanding, which is vital for building stronger, more resilient communities.


Sports as a Catalyst for Change: CSSD's Commitment to a Sustainable Caribbean Future

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Fostering Community Cohesion

CSSD uses sports to promote social cohesion by reducing conflicts and fostering understanding among diverse communities in the Caribbean.

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Empowering Youth Through Sports

By providing access to educational and sports opportunities, CSSD empowers Caribbean youth to build skills and confidence for a better future.

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Advocacy for Sustainable Policies

CSSD advocates for the inclusion of sports in local and regional development agendas, influencing policies that recognize the importance of sports for societal wellness.


Our Activities

Community Sports Development

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Empowering communities through organized sports events that promote education, culture, health, and social cohesion.

Educational Workshops

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Offering workshops that provide knowledge about sports as a tool for development across various age groups.

Multicultural Sports Camps

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Fostering cultural exchange and understanding through diverse, inclusive sports camps.

Raising awareness among civil society

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One of the main missions of CSDD is to raise awareness among civil society in the Caribbean of the effectiveness of sport as a tool to achieve peace and development goals. This awareness raising aims to show how sport can contribute to greater social cohesion and conflict resolution.

Coordination of efforts

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CSDD also has the mission of leading and coordinating the efforts of various actors including governmental, non-governmental and sports organizations to highlight sport as a valuable tool for peace and development.

Encouraging collaboration and partnerships

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CSDD actively promotes sports collaboration and partnerships between different actors, including sports federations, governments, civil society and the media, to strengthen development and peace in the region.

Inclusion of sport in the development agenda

A vibrant community sports event in a tropical Caribbean setting, showcasing diverse individuals of different ages participating in various sports like soccer, basketball, and volleyball. The scene is infused with bright colors, capturing the energy and excitement of the day. Soft diffused lighting creates a warm, inviting atmosphere, with people cheering in the background. The angle is slightly elevated, offering a panoramic view of the games on a well-maintained field surrounded by lush palm trees. Some onlookers hold banners supporting teamwork and peace, while local vendors sell refreshments nearby, adding cultural richness. In the foreground, children share a moment of joy and teamwork, enhancing the image's sense of community. The image should be hyperrealistic, at 8K resolution, illustrating textures like sandy ground and vibrant sports gear, styled in the way of renowned sports photographers.

The NGO campaigns for sport to be included in the development agenda, ensuring that its social, cultural and humanitarian dimension is integrated into local and regional sports policies.

Studies and analyses on the impact of sport

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Finally, the organisation conducts studies and analyses to attest the contribution of sport to human progress and to identify the challenges faced by the various stakeholders, in order to provide appropriate solutions.

Respect for traditions and human rights

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At the heart of its concerns, CSDD ensures respect for Creole traditions and cultures and ensures that the principles of human rights are observed, particularly those of children and young people.

Our 2024-2025 programs develop with our partners in a dynamic of cooperation in the multiple dimensions of sustainable development.

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The Caribbean Sport and Sustainable Development initiative has transformed our community by using sports as a tool for empowerment and education.

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Being a part of this program has not only improved my athletic skills but also taught me the importance of sustainability and teamwork.

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