FIFA has, over the years, put in place tailor-made programmes hinged on increasing the role women play in football leadership.
The FIFA Women in Football Leadership programme that was held in Rabat, Morocco, also carried the same agenda, with 50 participants from across the six Confederations that form FIFA, who converged for a four-day workshop.
FIFA Chief Women’s Football Officer, Dame Sarai Bareman, FIFA Council Member, Dr Johanna Wood, and representatives of FIFA’s Women’s Football division were all present in Rabat and guided the different cohorts on the role that women can play in football today.
“Bringing our two cohorts together has been an invaluable opportunity for these amazing women, from all corners of the globe, to learn from one another, share experiences and build relationships with other women who are passionate about shaping the future of football. As a graduate of this programme myself, I know first-hand the impact it can have. It helped shape my own journey, and I genuinely believe I would not be in the role I am today without it. My hope is that everyone leaves Rabat with new perspectives, stronger connections and a renewed belief in what they can achieve – because when we empower more women to lead, we strengthen our entire game,” said Bareman.
Uganda was represented by Sheba Ronah Ampaire, who is the deputy CEO at FUFA and was part of the third cohort.
FIFA has 13 Women’s Football Development Programmes that are extended to its 211 Member Associations.
The programmes address the need for more female representation in football’s decision-making bodies across all levels of the game.
The aim is to provide a learning platform for women who are already working within football structures at the member associations and confederations so that they can gain the knowledge and experience necessary for their development.
