Empowering Communities through Boxing
Gloves of Hope uses boxing as a vehicle for social change. Reaching across the globe to the communities who need it most and supporting young people to fight for their futures.
We ensure it is not a one off project, but rather a sustainable project and opportunity for real change, fostering youth empowerment and community ownership.
Join us in creating lasting change through sport and solidarity. Support, volunteer, or suggest new locations to make a difference today.
Gloves of Hope Services
Youth Empowerment Programs
Our boxing and community projects serve young people, fostering confidence, discipline, and positive life skills.
Boxing Gym Construction
We build sustainable boxing gyms in deprived communities, empowering youth through sport and community engagement.
International Project Consultation
We welcome suggestions and partnerships for new areas and projects to broaden our global community impact.
Gloves of Hope: Tanzania, Ukerewe 2026
Directors
Zion Johnson
Founder and Director
Zion is the Founder of Gloves of Hope with extensive experience in boxing, boxing coaching and philanthropy.
Winning the BUCS national championship and learning from Anthony Joshua and his coaching team during his stint as Vice-Chair of Loughborough Boxing Club.
Along with being awarded awards from both the High Sheriff of Buckinghamshire and the Mayor of Milton Keynes for services to the people.
Kuldip Rohit
Head Architect
Kuldip Rohit is an accomplished international architect. Leading the build for Gloves of Hope: Tanzania along with a great number of other award winning projects. Ranging from the Philippines, Japan, China and the UK.
Amber (Ambs) Wright
Creative and Media Director
Amber (Ambs) Wright is an accomplished creative and media director. Supporting Gloves of Hope to reach 50,000 people through various media channels. She has great experience in a variety of different fields ranging from creative management and marketing of hospitality business, charities and ancillary work on a number of clients.
Alex Magaga
Director of Tanzanian Affairs
Alex has a long and storied background in the human rights and charity sector. Co-Founding Standing Voice, appearing on the BBC for his work in reducing anti-albinism violence and supporting people with Albinism.
He is passionate about boxing and is responsible for the Tanzanian gym and the ongoing programmes in Tanzania,
Empowering communities through boxing, hope, and lasting change.
Join us in making a difference today!
Gloves of Hope Impact
A Juniors Training Session on Ukerewe
An Adults and Women Training Session
For these sessions a local teacher or Maryam would volunteer to support the families with childcare when they are training at the gym.
Millie from the UK and what boxing and Gloves of Hope has done for her!
How Boxing has Changed the Lives of Kia, Cara, and Halid
The Journey Part One
Discover how Gloves of Hope transforms communities through boxing gyms and projects, empowering over 400 youth in Tanzania's Ukerewe. Join us in building sustainable futures with your support, donations, and volunteer efforts. Together, we create lasting change and inspire hope worldwide.
The Journey Part 2
Fight Night in the Gloves of Hope Gym
Two young boxers have the chance to show their skills to their local community and represent their village!
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Partners and Sponsors
Our work would not be possible with out sponsors and supporters!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you ensure the sustainability of your projects?
We prioritise community ownership, involving local leaders and members in decision-making and management. We also provide training and resources to ensure the gyms and programs can continue independently over the long term.
Is Gloves of Hope a registered charity?
We are aiming to become a registered charity in the immediate future; however we partner with registered charities in the delivery of the project, and all expenses are recorded and open to our donors.
How can I donate to Gloves of Hope?
You can donate directly through our website via secure payment methods when an applicable project is ready. Your contributions help us build more gyms, support community projects, and provide resources to young people in need.