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Participants benefit from MFF’s Safeguarding Workshop

Mon, 11 Mar, 2024

Participants benefit from MFF’s Safeguarding Workshop

Yangon: In observance of International Women’s Day, the Myanmar Football Federation (MFF) organised the MFF Safeguarding Workshop on March 7, 2024. 

Attended by 60 participants, ranging from coaches, Physical Education teachers, referees, as well as players, the workshop aimed to shed light on the integral role that safeguarding plays in nurturing a safe environment for youngsters to enjoy football, as well as other sports. 

FFSL organises Pilot Child Safeguarding Awareness Programme

Wed, 06 Mar, 2024

FFSL organises Pilot Child Safeguarding Awareness Programme

Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte: The Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL)’s efforts to create a safe and nurturing environment for the country’s young football enthusiasts reached a significant milestone last month when it organised its inaugural Child Safeguarding Awareness programme for the region’s football coaches.

Held on February 24 at the National Football Training Centre Baddegana, the initiative saw 29 coaches participate in several discussions and activities aimed at highlighting the importance of a secure and positive space for youngsters to grow their love for the beautiful game. 

SAFF hosts Safeguarding in Football Seminar 2023 in Nepal

Tue, 12 Sep, 2023

SAFF hosts Safeguarding in Football Seminar 2023 in Nepal

Kathmandu: The South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) hosted the SAFF Safeguarding in Football Seminar 2023 with the support of the All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) in Kathmandu, Nepal in August 2023. 

The seminar brought together safeguarding officers of the Bangladesh Football Federation, Bhutan Football Federation, All India Football Federation, Football Association of Maldives and the Pakistan Football Federation. 

Football 4 Good transforms lives in Lebanon

Thu, 17 Aug, 2023

Football 4 Good transforms lives in Lebanon

Beirut: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s resolve to utilise the power of football to enhance the communities of its Member Associations was once again highlighted when the Football 4 Good Programme successfully concluded in Lebanon. 

Supported by the AFC Dream Asia Foundation (ADAF), the Lebanese Football Association (LFA) conducted the four-month long programme which impacted thousands of lives across eight regions of Lebanon, namely Beirut, Mount Lebanon, South Lebanon, Nabatieh, North Lebanon, Aakkar, Baalbek and Beqaa. 

New AFC Certificate in Child Safeguarding to bolster welfare of children

Wed, 07 Jun, 2023

New AFC Certificate in Child Safeguarding to bolster welfare of children

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) is proud to launch today the latest programme under its landmark AFC Academic Centre of Excellence (ACE) - the AFC Certificate in Child Safeguarding (ACCS).

The AFC is firmly committed to protecting the rights of children and ensuring that they can play football within a safe, positive and encouraging atmosphere. Developed exclusively by the AFC, the ACCS aims to raise awareness on child safeguarding and equip participants with the knowledge and skills to keep children safe from harm when engaged in all football activities.

Football 4 Good launched across Lebanon

Wed, 10 May, 2023

Football 4 Good launched across Lebanon

Beirut: The AFC Dream Asia Foundation (ADAF) collaborated with the Lebanese Football Association (LFA) to conduct the Football 4 Good initiative across eight regions in the country, namely Beirut, Mount Lebanon, South Lebanon, Nabatieh, North Lebanon, Aakkar, Baalbek and Beqaa from January to April 2023.

With the goal of helping Lebanon’s youth use the power of football to overcome life’s challenges, the programme is a firm indication of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s determination in ensuring that football is carried out in a safe and encouraging atmosphere for every individual.

SAFF underlines importance of Child Safeguarding at SAFF U17 Women’s Championship

Tue, 04 Apr, 2023

SAFF underlines importance of Child Safeguarding at SAFF U17 Women’s Championship

Dhaka: The SAFF U17 Women’s Championship, which took place from March 20 to 28, 2023, served as an excellent platform for the implementation of child safeguarding measures to ensure a positive and enjoyable football experience for all participants.

With the help of the innovative “Safety Balloon” exercise, the activity saw the participation of footballers from every national team that competed in the tournament. 

CAFA conducts Child Safeguarding seminar to raise awareness in Central Asia

Wed, 20 Jul, 2022

CAFA conducts Child Safeguarding seminar to raise awareness in Central Asia

Dushanbe: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) joined hands with the Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) to conduct a Child Safeguarding seminar from July 14 to July 15, 2022. 

The seminar was aimed at supporting the CAFA’s efforts in developing and promoting Child Safeguarding in Central Asia.

WAFF & RTP webinar focuses on keeping children safe in all sports settings

Mon, 18 Jul, 2022

WAFF & RTP webinar focuses on keeping children safe in all sports settings

Kuala Lumpur: The West Asian Football Federation (WAFF) and Right To Play (RTP) organised a three-week Safeguarding and Protection of Children in Football webinar to ensure participants were knowledgeable and well-informed on keeping children and young people safe in all sports environments.

An initiative under the WAFF-RTP Regional Educational Partnership for Sports (REPS) partnership, which was signed in January this year, the meaningful programme was supported by the AFC Regional Association Fund.

FAM continues to spread Child Safeguarding awareness

Wed, 06 Jul, 2022

FAM continues to spread Child Safeguarding awareness

Male: The safety and well-being of children were put under the spotlight by the Football Association of Maldives (FAM), Commonwealth Secretariat, Football for Peace and FAM Foundation through the latest Safeguarding in Football Programme. 

Held in the cities of Male and Addu over nine days, the initiative was joined by 140 participants including coaches, club officials, teachers, community trainers, youth leaders, safeguarding advocates and referees.

Bhutan Football Federation launches Child Safeguarding Policy 2022

Thu, 07 Apr, 2022

Bhutan Football Federation launches Child Safeguarding Policy 2022

Thimphu: The Bhutan Football Federation (BFF) launched the first edition of its Child Safeguarding Policy 2022, at the Changjiji BFF Academy, in commemoration with His Majesty Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck’s 42nd birthday on February 21, 2022. 

BFF Executive Committee Member and Chairperson of Women’s Football, Zimbiri, and BFF General Secretary, Ugyen Wangchhuk, were present at the launch.

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