In line with the AFC’s ongoing efforts to forge impactful partnerships with international and local stakeholders, the Confederation joined the FFTG initiative in 2022, with a clear ambition to become a leading force in sustainability transformation within the global football community.

With the AFC conducting a workshop in collaboration with the FFTG in July 2024 to devise the best method for integrating the UN SDGs into the AFC’s organisational strategy, the programme was an excellent opportunity for the Confederation to emphasise once again the transformative potential of football in shaping inclusive, safe, and progressive environments for children by teaching them life skills and providing them with an equitable, progressive educational curriculum.

“The AFC’s Mission is to use football and build a haven for children, where they can not only play but also be introduced to values that can help them be future leaders,” said AFC Deputy General Secretary—Member Associations, Vahid Kardany, during the Empowering Youth & Supporting Education panel discussion.

 

“To that end, the Confederation proudly supports the Football for the Goals initiative and will continue to work toward empowering youth, opening doors to education, and creating safe spaces where children can play, learn, and thrive.”