Also a founder of the Nicol David Organization (NDO), David aims to break barriers for underprivileged youth in Malaysia while also supporting the often-overlooked challenges faced by their mothers. David’s Little Legends program, co-founded with Colombian squash champion Mariana de Reyes, offers squash training and English education, reaching 145 children over the past two years.
While helping these young athletes grow, David and de Reyes realized the impact mothers have on their children’s well-being and success, often putting their own health second. “Mothers are the backbone of a child’s journey,” David explains, noting her own mother’s sacrifices to support her career.
Inspired to address this, in 2024, David launched Ibu Legends, a four-month program offering free medical check-ups, mental and physical health workshops, and parenting support for 30 mothers. This initiative has provided many women their first opportunity to focus on their health, setting off a ripple effect that ultimately benefits the entire family. As David says, “We can’t change the whole world, but we can change it in small ways by helping our communities.”
In this way, Nicol David is shaping not only future athletes but stronger communities—one mother, one family at a time. Her journey underscores the transformative power of sports and the enduring impact of kindness and leadership.