Vision
The International Federation of Football Academies (under establishment) aims to become a leading global platform dedicated to the development of football by focusing on grassroots and youth categories. The federation seeks to build a strong sporting foundation based on scientific and educational standards that ensure a continuous supply of exceptional talent for national teams. It is guided by the principles of the United Nations Charter, emphasizing collective work, fair competition, and supporting social and economic development through sports.
Mission
The mission of the International Federation of Football Academies is to develop and strengthen football academies worldwide by providing a comprehensive scientific environment that supports the growth of young players. The federation aims to promote values of peace and tolerance among nations through sports and to support social initiatives such as combating racism and discrimination. It also works to empower academies to supply national teams with distinguished talent, and to develop a new generation of players and coaches who rely on modern training and sports-management methodologies.
Objectives
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Raise awareness among young football players about the importance of practicing the sport based on scientific and educational principles.
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Expand the base of football participation under scientific supervision to increase the chances of identifying talented players.
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Select and nurture talented individuals who possess the appropriate physical and athletic attributes, enabling them to form outstanding national teams.
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Maintain and develop players’ physical and technical abilities continuously.
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Uphold the principles of the United Nations Charter, including economic and social development, improved personal health, and fostering values of peace and tolerance.
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Prepare a generation of specialized coaches in grassroots and youth training using the latest sports training methods.
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Organize continuous competitions and festivals for all youth categories—especially grassroots—under the federation’s supervision.
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Periodically monitor and evaluate the sports system through a team of administrators and technical experts.
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Enhance communication among academies in various countries and provide technical and financial support to achieve shared goals.
Statutes of the International Federation of Football Academies (Under Establishment)
1. Nature of the Federation
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The International Federation of Football Academies is an independent sports entity with full legal personality.
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It operates under the United Nations Charter and is recognized by the International Olympic Committee.
2. Objectives of the Federation
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Respect the principles of teamwork and fair competition.
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Improve the personal health and growth of individuals of all ages.
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Support efforts to combat racism, apartheid, and violations of human rights.
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Strengthen the role of sport in social development and peace.
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Promote and develop football academies across the world.
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Develop technical and administrative cadres in the field of football.
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Organize championships and competitions among academies according to established rules and principles.
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Hold conferences and forums to enhance the development of academies and address issues related to them.
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Establish regulations governing player transfers between academies within the same country or internationally.
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Develop the federation’s financial resources through sports and investment activities.
3. Membership of Academies
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Membership of the federation consists of sports institutions representing licensed commercial academies in their countries.
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Any commercial entity operating a football academy and wishing to join must submit an authenticated application confirming its commitment to the activities and regulations of the federation.
4. Freezing Membership
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The federation reserves the right to freeze the membership of any academy that violates the statutes, after approval by the President of the Federation.
5. Federation Structure
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General Assembly: The supreme authority of the federation, chaired by the President.
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Executive Committee: The executive authority, led by the President.
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Auxiliary Committees: Assist in implementing decisions and initiatives.
6. Powers of the General Assembly
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Amend the federation’s statutes.
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Elect the President and members of the Executive Committee.
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Approve previous meeting minutes.
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Approve the budget and work plans for upcoming periods.
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Call for extraordinary meetings at the request of the President or the Executive Committee.
7. Membership Application Requirements
Academies seeking to join must submit an authenticated application including:
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An official letter approved by the local governing authority.
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The academy’s statutes and internal regulations.
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A list of officials, playing fields, and equipment.
8. Championship Management
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No academy may be established, and no championship may be organized, without obtaining a license from the Federation’s Executive Board.
9. Player Transfers
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The federation sets regulations governing player transfers between academies, both domestically and internationally.
10. Development of Federation Resources
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The federation develops its financial resources through membership fees, organizing events and championships, grants, and donations.
Conclusion
Through these principles and objectives, the International Federation of Football Academies (under establishment) seeks to advance football academies worldwide and provide a sustainable sporting environment that nurtures emerging talents, while remaining committed to the principles of the United Nations in promoting peace and understanding among nations through sports.
These are the summarized statutes of the International Federation of Football Academies, and the updated and newly revised regulations will be published by the end of the year (2025).
