HAVANA, Sept. 25 (Xinhua) -- Athletics superstar Usain Bolt on Friday announced that his foundation is to become part of "Athletics for a Better World" powered by the sport's world governing body IAAF, Cuban news agency Prensa Latina reported.
According to the Cuban agency, the Usain Bolt Foundation will join forces with "Athletics for a Better World" to inspire positive social change through education, cultural development and sport.
"Athletics for a Better World", an IAAF's social responsibility program, provides organizations and people with a platform to use the universality of athletics to make a positive difference around the world.
As part of the program, the Usain Bolt Foundation will be able to use the IAAF's global reach, marketing channels and sporting credibility to spread their message and reach more young people than ever before.
Bolt will also add his name to the 12 athlete patrons currently involved in the campaign who include Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Marie-Jose Perec, Paula Radcliffe and Wilson Kipketer.
"I am very proud that the Usain Bolt Foundation is officially partnered with the IAAF's 'Athletics for a Better World'," said Bolt, world and Olympic 100m, 200m and 4x100m champion.
"Since the foundation was formed I, along with all the staff and volunteers, have worked very hard to inspire kids to become anything that their heart desires. So to be given this accolade by the IAAF is a reward for all the hard work we have put in, and a great opportunity for us to develop the foundation further and inspire more young people around the world."
"Athletics for a Better World" provides a platform for organizations and people around the world, including member federations, athletics associations, partner organizations, sponsors and athletes, wanting to use athletics as a tool for social change.