Mekeo Village embraces Taekwondo

A new sporting initiative is being introduced to the community of Apanaipi Village, bringing Taekwondo to North Mekeo for the first time through a community-based workshop that aims to empower young people through sport, discipline, fitness, and cultural values.

The workshop seeks to introduce participants to the fundamentals of Taekwondo while promoting discipline, respect, confidence, physical fitness, teamwork, and positive leadership. 

The program will also encourage young people to appreciate and preserve their strong cultural identity while embracing new opportunities through sport.

This initiative is being developed as a community-driven program, with the vision of creating a pathway for talented young people in the area to participate in taekwondo at provincial, national, and potentially international levels.

Taekwondo national coach and lead facilitator Theresa Tona called for support, urging the provincial government and business houses for their backing. 

“We are therefore appealing to the Central Province Sports Desk, local businesses, corporate organisations, community leaders, and other stakeholders to support this initiative,” Tona said.

“Assistance in the form of sports equipment, uniforms, transportation, funding, refreshments, or other resources would greatly contribute to making the workshop successful.

“As a new sport being introduced to the area, this program has the potential to become a long-term opportunity for the youth of Apanaipi and surrounding communities.” 

She added: “We believe that investing in our young people today creates stronger, healthier, and more disciplined communities tomorrow.

“We also have the full support of the Mekeo Rural Local Level Government, Hon. Edward Kekele, and the Apanaipi village councilor and his leaders.

“We invite businesses and organizations willing to support this initiative to partner with us in bringing taekwondo to Apanaipi village and helping establish a sustainable sporting program for the community.”