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"Using the power of sport to inspire change is our vision for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Sport so often plays the hidden social worker in our society and we all have much to learn from the great programmes and projects that are running all over the world.

Beyond Sport makes heroes of individuals, organisations and projects that use sport to really make a difference to people's lives. It is exactly what being inspired by London 2012 is all about and is a great example of how our vision can be translated in to reality. I am delighted to be an Ambassador."

Lord Sebastian Coe, Chairman of London 2012 and Beyond Sport Ambassador

"In sponsoring the UNICEF Children's Rights Award, we are recognising the vital role that sport can play in helping to fulfil children's rights, as laid out in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, whether that be the right to health, education, or the right to play."

David Bull, Executive Director, UNICEF UK

"The IAAF is delighted to offer its support to Beyond Sport, a project whose ambitions line with our own vision to use the power of sport to create positive social change and inspire young people to believe in themselves. This is an exciting initiative that the IAAF is proud to be a part of and we look forward to working with Tony Blair and all those involved in Beyond Sport to help it meet its very worthy goals."

Lamine Diack, President, the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF)

"The International Cycling Union is delighted to offer its support to the Beyond Sport project. Our mission is to promote cycling worldwide at all levels, to encourage friendship between all members of the cycling world and most of all offer children dreams which can be realised. This parallels very much with the mission of the Beyond Sport initiative and the ICU looks forward to seeing this project develop and thrive."

Pat McQuaid, President, the International Cycling Union

"On behalf of Major League Baseball, it is my great honor to applaud the new global initiative, Beyond Sport. I am proud that Major League Baseball embraces its global platform as an opportunity to help others in a myriad of ways. The mission of Beyond Sport resonates with all those whose lives have been touched by baseball."

Allan H. (Bud) Selig, Commissioner, Major League Baseball

"In cricket we are constantly seeking to reach beyond our game's traditional boundaries to break down barriers to participation and promote empowerment and self-confidence in young boys and girls. In identifying inspiring stories from the world of sport and sharing them with a global audience, the Beyond Sport initiative has the potential to enhance the positive impact that our games can have."

David Morgan, President, International Cricket Council

"The Community Developers International Limited is supportive of the ideals of the Beyond Sport initiative; the conceptualisation of the strategy will enhance it's functionality. It is only by tackling social and economic disadvantage that communities are empowered and change can happen. This is a regenerative idea and the development of different communities around the world can be sustainably attained."

Patrick Ogunnowo, Managing Director, Community Developers International Limited

"Sport has the tremendous potential to bridge divides and unite people working toward positive change. It is something that the NBA believes in quite strongly, and I am encouraged by the promise of the Beyond Sport initiative. The power of sport goes beyond what any one person or organization can do alone. Beyond Sport provides a voice to get the message out, to share ideas, and to network, all in an effort to take this movement to greater heights."

David J. Stern, Commissioner of the National Basketball Association (NBA)

"We all know that physical activity and sport have a crucial impact which we cannot ignore and have the duty to support ... That is why I am convinced that Beyond Sport will play an important part in increasing public awareness and support, which will make it possible for thousands of people to reach their goal of a better life."

Jacques Rogge, President of the International Olympic Committee

"FINA is celebrating in 2008 its Centenary and as the world governing body of such essential sports for individual and collective well-being, it is a great honour for us to support this project … Our Stars inspire new talents and enhance passion for our disciplines worldwide. That is why we are proud, as you are, to have an impact Beyond Sport."

Mustapha Larfaoui, President of Federation Internationale de Natation