Caracas - On Saturday, starting at 11am, young amateurs, both female and male, will take part in boxing related activities. The program, "Street Boxing," has already held numerous events in 2011. The program will play out at the Refugio de El Poliedro de Caracas en la Cupula, and the activities will be dedicated to the memory of world champion Edwin Valero, who in life was a valuable supporter for the development of this popular program for young kids, says William Gonzalez, who is president of the Capital District and head of the program.

"After a year of his death, we pay this tribute to champion Edwin Valero who always supported us. We know that his end was terrible, but what he did in the ring we can not fail to recognize," said Gonzalez.

He also said the program fights against drug and substance abuse.

"Drugs and alcohol are not good for any young person and we strive to get that message across. We want to reach out to those who are experiencing problems of this kind but do not have money for help."