Key initiatives

Impact insights from Pacific safeguarding observers

Tonga Football Association

Palu Uhatahi‑Tu’amoheloa

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National Rugby League, Fiji

Ema Levaci

Oceania Football Confederation – Just Play regional programme

Michelle Paiti

Papua New Guinea Olympic Committee

Asiani Vagi

Chief Operations Officer, Y Australia; Executive Director, Y Safeguarding

Amy Hill

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Testimonials

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Sustainable procurement at the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™

This case study explores the key initiatives and outcomes of the FIFA Sustainable Sourcing Code, which played a crucial role in reducing the negative environmental and social impacts of the event.

Portugal v USA: Group E - FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023

Accessibility: Inclusive initiatives for fans with non‑visible disabilities

A total of 24% of New Zealanders and one in five Australians identify as having a disability, and roughly 85% of those have a non‑visible disability or access need, requiring support or adjustments to thrive.

 BAA WHEELCHAIR VIEWING at the New Zealand 2023 Group D match between Denmark and China at Perth Stadium

Environmental sustainability: Football Rewilded – respective place and space

Each tournament can be more like a tree in the forest, giving more than it takes. There is a clear opportunity to improve the conditions of tournament communities.

Football re-wilded

Human rights: authentic engagement with First Nations and Māori communities

This case study highlights the meaningful and authentic engagement efforts made by the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 tournament to recognise, celebrate and honour First Nations and Māori communities.

Portugal v USA: Group E - FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 (signage)

Safeguarding: engaging professional safeguarding officers

The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 saw comprehensive safeguarding initiatives implemented, with the goal of minimising the opportunity for abuse and harassment to occur, and putting in place appropriate systems to respond effectively when it does.

A detailed view of a 'We Are Against Abuse. Speak Up!' poster inside the Jamaica dressing room

Sustainability awareness: leveraging the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ for sustainability awareness

This case study delves into a strategic initiative that capitalised on the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 as a platform to raise awareness of the positive impact of football on sustainability.

Nature positive signage at the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023

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