Thierry Regenass
Director MAs & Development Division
o Increased participation from grassroots to elite level;
o Increased participation at FIFA Women’s Competitions;
o Introduction of the FIFA U17 WWC in 2008;
o Increased quality of the game;
o Increased match attendance, media coverage and funding
o Increased interest from Member Associations and Confederations;
o Increased FIFA’s development programmes, activities and FAP
Women’s Football Key Takeaways 2008-2011
FIFA Women’s World Cup Germany 2011™ The Legacy
o Great host, great organisation
o Great local support
o Great quality of teams / matches
o Great attendance, media & TV coverage
o New Champion – Congratulations to Japan!
o 5th FIFA Women’s Football Symposium in Frankfurt
o Post WWC Conferences around the world – sharing the legacy
FIFA Women’s Football Conference in Europe Objectives
o Analysis of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Germany 2011™
o The importance of women’s football leagues
o Grassroots for girls (and boys) as a key factor for the
o development of women’s football
o Learn about the member associations’ plans and challenges
o Future of women’s football in Europe!
Challenges ahead!
o Follow up on activities and projects from 2008-2011
o Ensure that those who participated in our programmes continue involved
o Ensure a path for girls and women to get involved in football
o Keep the pace and standards of the game
24 teams for the FIFA Women's World Cup Canada 2015™!
FIFA Women’s Football Development 2012-2015 Objectives o Encourage and support women’s competitions and leagues
o Women & girls participating in youth and grassroots programmes
o Improve the structures/infrastructure dedicated to the women’s game
o Increase number of women in leadership positions within football
o Contribute to the Member Associations potential to qualify for FIFA Women’s Competitions
FIFA Women’s Football Development 2012-2015 Resources
o Expertise (Instructors, Consultants, Ambassadors)
o Teaching and Promotional Material
o Football Equipment
o Financial Assistance
FIFA Women’s Football Development 2012-2015 Programmes
o 11 development programmes dedicated to women’s football
o Distributed in four main areas: Competitions, Management, Education and Promotion.
o Priority to those MAS who are committed and show real potential
o One size does not fit all!
Let’s bring more women and girls on board!