In light of tomorrow’s International Women’s Day, we celebrate again Female Fistball Future project of Faustball Austria, the global winner of the IFA 2024 ACTIVITY AWARD!

Five specific sub-groups have been created under the Female Fistball Future slogan, focusing on different aspects:
young female players,
female coaches,
female referees,
female officials
and top female athletes.

Each subgroup is supervised by an experienced mentor who provides insights into her work throughout the year and acts as a role model.

The role model’s dedication to advancing gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in sport is truly inspiring. The work makes a significant impact, breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for all.

From resilient athletes/referees/coaches to visionary leaders, they are driving change and leading the way for a more inclusive sports community.

TAFISA Positive and Safe Coaching Pathway Project

Furthermore, IFA wants to promote the TAFISA project “Positive and Safe Coaching Pathway Project” on this year´s #InternationalWomensDay, which we are part of since 2024.

This project and the coaching it provides aims to address the gender inequality that hinders the participation of women and girls in sport at all levels. By focusing on coaching female and male coaches, the pathway aims to remove barriers and create a more equitable, accessible, responsive and positive experience for girls in sport.

The head of the IFA Youth Commission, Emma Dallinger, and project assistant Hanna Einsiedler completed the program.

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