PASS IT BACK
Impact Lab

CHILDFUND RUGBY’S TECHNICAL EXPERTISE & INNOVATION HUB

The Pass It Back Impact Lab is the technical and strategic engine behind ChildFund Rugby’s evidence-based approach to Sport for Development.

Built on a decade of experience, the Impact Lab turns on-the-ground insights into action – designing, supporting, and scaling systems that make rugby for development safer, more inclusive, and more impactful.

We partner with rugby stakeholders globally to:

✅ Develop, deliver and evidence integrated rugby and life skills curricula

✅ Train Coaches and administrators

✅ Strengthen safeguarding and inclusion practices

✅ Measure and amplify sport and social outcomes

Expect updates, reports, expert insights, and practical tools on how rugby can power positive community change.

What Is the Pass It Back Impact Lab

Our Impact To Date

Since 2015, we have been working with rugby partners worldwide to use rugby as a tool to provide young people the opportunities to play, learn and lead.

Through our partnerships since 2015:

  • 36 countries reached
  • 82,000+ player registrations (56% girls)
  • 3,100+ coach accreditations (56% female)
  • 82,000+ rugby and life skills sessions delivered