League Development programme

Application Process

Criteria to apply

  • Have a women’s football strategy and/or a member association strategy with women’s football objectives

  • Have a dedicated person responsible for the implementation of the project, with clarity on where the project sits within the member association structure

  • Submit a complete application with clear objectives, accompanied by:

    • descriptions of the current competition structure, and of the player and coach pathways

    • details on how the project is linked to the existing objectives of the member association and/or the women’s football strategy

    • a commitment letter from the member association’s general secretary to ensure the long-term sustainability of the project and with an endorsement of the project leader

  • Have a clear communication plan, including identification of possible ambassadors

All applicants need to submit an application form, together with documents confirming that they meet the criteria, to developmentprogramme@fifa.org.

If you have any questions regarding the League Development programme, please do not hesitate to contact the FIFA Women's Football Division at developmentprogramme@fifa.org.

Last updated: Wednesday 23 August 2023 at 17:00