DOHA, Qatar, December 6, 2024.- FIVB President Fabio Azevedo was in Doha to strengthen the Global Volleyball Movement, for several volleyball initiatives which include visiting the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC), the Qatar Foundation and Qatar Volleyball Association.
FIVB President, Fabio Azevedo, met with President of the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani and QOC Secretary General HE Mr Jassim bin Rashin Al Buenain in Doha.
During the meeting, the development of volleyball in Qatar was discussed. The two organizations expressed their commitment to strengthening their cooperation and contributing to the delivery of the FIVB Strategic Plan 2032 with the motto “Together as One” empowering the Global Volleyball Movement.
QOC President, HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani expressed his delight at Doha’s hosting of the Beach Pro Tour Finals, highlighting its significant role in enhancing the sport’s popularity and elevating its technical/skill standards across all age groups throughout the Middle East.
A new partnership between Qatar Foundation (QF), the FIVB and the FIVB Volleyball Foundation is aiming to promote and grow the sport of volleyball in Qatar – through supporting athletes, providing sporting leadership, and fostering the development of the sport at all levels.
Volleyball is the second elite sport to be promoted through QF’s Creating Pathways Program, launched in September 2024 as part of QF’s FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ legacy and designed to encourage physical activity and promote overall well being, with an emphasis on the importance of exercise, nutrition, and health. Through mentorship, skills development workshops, networking opportunities, and career support services, the Creating Pathways Program empowers women and girls to explore new opportunities and realize their full potential in the field of sports.
Qatar Foundation will be the knowledge hub for volleyball training and educational opportunities by FIVB and the Volleyball Foundation. School programs organized by QF, FIVB and the Volleyball Foundation will target young girls in two age groups – U10 and U14 – presenting an opportunity to increase their volleyball participation.
The FIVB and the Volleyball Foundation will also host a ‘Train the Trainer’ program for QF, focusing on physical education teams within QF schools and universities.
The collaboration was unveiled as it was announced that Her Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, Vice Chairperson and CEO of Qatar Foundation, has been appointed to the board of the Volleyball Foundation. The Volleyball Foundation uses the global reach and power of volleyball to uplift communities worldwide through impactful projects.
Also, The FIVB, Qatar Foundation, FIVB Volleyball Foundation, and Qatar Volleyball Association hosted an inspiring ‘Women in Sports: Creating Pathways’ seminar at Education City Stadium in Doha. This landmark event was part of a series of activations dedicated to empowering women through sport.
With a remarkable lineup of speakers, including royalty, Olympians, sports administrators, and leaders in their field, the seminar reinforced the FIVB’s commitment to promoting gender equality and creating opportunities for women globally—both on and off the court.
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