Real Madrid’s winger, Vinícius Júnior, was presented with the esteemed Socrates Award during the Ballon d’Or ceremony for his noteworthy contributions off the pitch. Despite encountering instances of racism during LaLiga matches, Vinícius has not allowed this discouragement to prevent him from speaking out against racism within the realm of soccer. The Brazilian footballer was commended for establishing a foundation that focuses on constructing schools and investing in education within underprivileged regions of Brazil. Vinícius reaffirmed his dedication to continuing the battle against racism and expressed his joy in aiding children in his home country. Additionally, Vinícius took the opportunity to pay homage to legendary player Pelé, hailing him as a deity and acknowledging his profound influence on Brazilian athletes. Launched in 2020, the Vini Jr. Institute aims to revolutionize education in Brazilian public schools by utilizing football as a means to innovate teaching and learning methods. The institute sets forth plans to benefit up to 15 schools and approximately 10,000 students by the conclusion of 2023.