FIFA’s priority is to protect players and make football a safe space, so to mark the International Day for Countering Hate Speech on 18 June, FIFA is reinforcing this commitment, having extended access to the Social Media Protection Service (SMPS).

FIFA reinforces commitment to fight online abuse 

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FIFA Congress unites in support of strengthened anti-racism measures 

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has announced a robust anti-racism programme based on five “pillars” that will be applied across all 211 FIFA Member Associations.

A general view as Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA speaks on stage during the Global Stand Against Racism in Football presentation during the 74th FIFA Congress 2024 

FIFA Congress takes historic decisions on racism and FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™

The 74th FIFA Congress has awarded the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027™ to Brazil, the first time it will take place in South America, and, in another historic moment, taken a united stand to stamp racism out of the game.

A general view as Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA holds the winning ballet of Brazil as they are announced to be the host country of the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup during the 74th FIFA Congress 2024 

FIFA Series™ demonstrates football’s power to unite people across the globe as UN celebrates International Day of Sport for Development and Peace

The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP) is being celebrated on 6 April with this year’s focus “Sport for the Promotion of Peaceful and Inclusive Societies” a theme that chimes harmoniously within a large number of FIFA initiatives.

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FIFA stepping up anti-discrimination fight as UN marks International Day for the Elimination of Racism

FIFA continues to ramp up its fight to rid football of racism as its No Discrimination campaign partner, United Nations Human Rights, marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racism on 21 March.

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Gianni Infantino calls on European member associations to work with FIFA in “united way” to stop racism

Gianni Infantino has asked FIFA’s European Member Associations to work with FIFA to scale up the fight against racism in football in “a united way”, calling for collaboration on detailing enhanced counter-measures.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during the 48th UEFA Ordinary Congress 

Brazilian men's national team win FIFA Fair Play Award reaffirming ‘NO to racism’ message

The Best FIFA Football Awards™ 2023 on Monday 15 January provided a stage for the global football community to deliver an unequivocal rejection of racism or any form of discrimination, on or off the pitch. 

FIFA Legend Cafu accepts The FIFA Fair Play Award on behalf of the Brazil senior men's national team

Football leaders urged to stop the “cancer” of violence against referees

Violence against referees is a cancer and football leaders need to set an example and act to stop it, FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Pierluigi Collina, Chairman of the FIFA Referees Committee, told delegates attending the FIFA Football Summit 2023. 

FIFA Referee Committee Chairman Pierluigi Collina with referees Szymon Marciniak and Tori Penso during the FIFA Football Summit 2023

FIFA Legends support anti-discrimination initiatives at FIFA Football Summit

FIFA Legends Gilberto Silva, Kaká and Alessandro Del Piero have highlighted the need for action in relation to discrimination against football players in both real life situations and online at the FIFA Football Summit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

FIFA Legends Gilberto Silva (L), Alessandro Del Piero (C) and Kaka during the FIFA Football Summit 2023

FIFA and FIFPRO release report on the Social Media Protection Service at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™

FIFA, jointly with the global players’ association FIFPRO, has released a report onto the activities of the Social Media Protection Service (SMPS) at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™.

No Discrimination campaign message on the LED Boards at the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023

UN Human Rights Day: FIFA reaffirms its commitment to human rights and anti-discrimination

This year, Human Rights Day, Sunday December 10, will mark the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), the international document adopted by the UN General Assembly that enshrines the rights and freedoms of all humans. 

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Deyna Castellanos: “We have to let people be and live the way they want to”

It’s impossible to talk about women’s football in Venezuela without talking about Deyna Castellanos. Not only because of the awards she’s won or because she’s the captain of the national team but because of her dedication to helping young players.

Venezuela and Manchester City forward Deyna Castellanos during an interview to promote No Discrimination, in Sydney.

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No Discrimination on the pitchside LED boards during the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023™ Final.

No Discrimination, in support of UN Human Rights.

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The No Discrimination campaign takes its powerful message to audiences at FIFA tournaments and events.

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Football Unites the World is a global movement to inspire, unite and develop through football. It brings people together, all over the world, to celebrate the beautiful game.

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No Discrimination is an awareness, action and education campaign that aims to rid the football world of discrimination in any and every form.

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According to WHO, 80% of kids are not getting enough exercise. That’s why FIFA and WHO partnered together to create Be Active #BringTheMoves.

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Find out how and when to use the dedicated platform for reporting human rights concerns related to FIFA tournaments and events.

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From ensuring the game's regulatory framework defends everyone, to ensuring high levels of safeguarding protects children and vulnerable adults involved in football, FIFA has a critical role to play in the protection and promotion of human rights.

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