Get to know us

Street Chess Champ (SCC) initiative is a volunteer driven social development initiative which aims to transform impoverished communities by empowering their young ones to realize and unlock their growth potential using the game of chess as a viable learning tool. According to the United Nations, getting people to play chess is a valuable way to achieve the fourth goal for sustainable development: quality education for all.

This initiative was founded by Candidate Master Joseph Jamena Mensah, a passionate chess player/coach who strongly believes that chess can be wielded as a powerful tool to change the world. It is often said that success is a combination of thoughts, words and actions, and that chess is a tool that helps equalize the playing field. We believe that this is evident in the Street Chess strategy in engaging the youth of today. Together with all our potential partners and donors who care deeply about the future of our country, this initiative will breed inspiring stories that will put us in positive light on the map of the world. It is a big step towards the reformation needed in Ghana.

Our mission

To promote learning through chess education with service, philanthropy and mentorship.

Our vision

To unearth the king in every child. Hence the motto: “It’s within”.

Our team

Our team is a group of talented individual volunteers who are passionate about mentoring our young ones to become better individuals in our society. We come from diverse backgrounds and bring a wide range of skills and expertise to the table. Together, we work collaboratively to achieve our goals and deliver our promises. Each team member is dedicated to their role and strives for excellence in everything they do. We value open communication and foster a supportive environment where everyone's ideas are heard and valued. Our team is driven by a shared vision and a strong commitment to positively impacting the lives of our kids using chess. We take pride in our work and are constantly pushing ourselves to learn and grow. With our combined knowledge and experience, we are confident in our ability to tackle any challenge that comes our way.