On the occasion of Women’s History MonthEA SPORTS FC has announced its new commitment as the main sponsor of the Women In Football Leadership Programme (WFLP) in collaboration with UEFA, further consolidating their long-term partnership.
“Women’s History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women and what better way to do this than by working with UEFA to support this fantastic programme,” she says Andrea Hopelain, GM & SVP of Publishing at EA Sports. In line with this year’s Women’s History Month theme of inclusion, we are truly proud to pave the way for women within our organization and the wider football industry to become leaders in the world of football.” .
What is the Women In Football Leadership Programme?
The WFLP, now in its tenth edition, is an annual week-long initiative, organized by UEFA and supported by the prestigious IMD Business School. The initiative aims to support and promote women’s careers in the football industry. Since its launch in 2014, the program has already had a positive impact on over 240 women.
This year, the program will be held in August at UEFA headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland. More than 30 women, chosen for their potential to influence the future of football, will receive support through the programme. The WFLP offers group training sessions, one-on-one coaching and talks from recognized industry leaders. Everything is designed to hone leadership skills, encourage networking and strengthen self-esteem, allowing participants to best express their potential.
“We are thrilled to welcome EA SPORTS FC as the new presenting partner of our established UEFA Women in Football Leadership Programme,” he says Thomas Junod, Head of the UEFA Academy. “This unprecedented initiative promotes the career advancement of women poised to shape the future of football, offering a dynamic platform for the exchange of ideas, networking and empowerment. The inclusion of participants from EA SPORTS will bring new and innovative ideas and perspectives to our conversations.”
EA SPORTS FC renews its commitment to female inclusion in football
EA SPORTS FC’s participation in this program reflects its ongoing commitment to female empowerment in football, as demonstrated by the numerous initiatives announced during theEA SPORTS Women’s Football Summit del 2022 and from the introduction of players in the Ultimate Team mode of EA SPORTS FC 24.
