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Jeonbuk State, in collaboration with the Jeonbuk State Office of Education and Jeonbuk Physicl Education Middle & High School, is continuing international exchange and friendship through sports by delivering sports equipment donated by students to youth in three African nations. On the 5th, the State and the Office of Education held a send-off ceremony at Jeonbuk Sports Middle & High School for the project titled “Re; Play Together, Jeonbuk Sports Friendship Gifts,” shipping the items to Zimbabwe, Kenya, and Namibia. The theme, ‘Re; Play Together,’ signifies resuming games (Re; Play) that had been halted due to a shortage of soccer balls and sports gear, this time together with Jeonbuk.

This initiative goes beyond mere material support; it aims to practice solidarity and friendship across borders through sports and to expand the foundation for exchange among future generations. In particular, sharing equipment that students actually used spreads the value of sharing while extending Jeonbuk’s international sports diplomacy into schools and the local community. The project originated from visits last year by officials from Zimbabwe and Namibia, with whom Jeonbuk has maintained international sports exchanges. During their visit to Jeonbuk Sports Middle & High School, they requested support for sports equipment. Students readily agreed to contribute, leading to a broader international exchange program supported by the State, the Office of Education, and the school. The donated items total 616 pieces across 12 sports, including soccer, taekwondo, shooting, archery, swimming, etc. —comprising both gear previously used by students and new items collected for this project. The equipment will be delivered to the Ministry of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture and National Olympic Committees of each country via Zimbabwean diplomatic missions and international shipping. It will then be distributed to young athletes and youth active in organizations such as the Kirsty Coventry Academy in Zimbabwe, the Waitaka Taekwondo Club in Kenya, and the MTC Hopsol Youth Soccer League in Namibia.

Kim Jong-phil, Director General of Jeonbuk State’s 2036 Summer Olympics Bid Department, stated: “I hope the precious sports items that nurtured the dreams of our Jeonbuk students will serve as a new source of hope for African youth. Moving forward, we will continue to promote international exchange through sports, guided by the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) core values of inclusion and solidarity.” Im Young-gun, Director of Arts, Physical Ed & Health Division at the Jeonbuk State Office of Education, said, “It was a meaningful opportunity for our students to put into practice the spirit of sportsmanship through sharing and caring while developing a global perspective. We hope that the students’ small but heartfelt gesture will be warmly received by young people in Africa.”

Meanwhile, Jeonbuk State has been steadily expanding its international sports network by dispatching a Taekwondo demonstration team to the World Taekwondo U-21 Championship in Kenya, participating in the World Union of Olympic Cities General Assembly, and broadening sports exchanges with African nations. Starting with the “Sports Friendship Gift” pilot project, Jeonbuk State plans to consider expanding the countries and sports covered by the initiative, while also promoting the hosting of international sporting events and exchange programs inviting young athletes from overseas, with the goal of developing Jeonbuk into a specialized international sports city.

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Fourth batch of AFC FMD graduates poised to make a difference

Graduates of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s fourth batch of the Football Management Diploma (FMD) programme today took a pivotal step towards becoming future senior leaders of Asian football and positively impacting the game.

Holding middle or senior management posts in the AFC’s Member Associations (MAs), Regional Associations (RAs) and independent stakeholders, the graduates exited the 13-month online programme with the skills and capabilities required to elevate football management and professional standards across the world.

Spanning over 460 hours of study time and comprising 12 core modules, the programme has been specifically curated by the AFC to ensure the future leaders of the Asian game continue to deliver focused and dedicated services to maximise the potential of their respective MAs, RAs as well as the larger ecosystem, as underlined by the AFC’s Vision and Mission.

These modules include the Organisation of World Football, International Sports Federations, Strategic Management, Financial Management, Income Generation, Media & Communications, Event Management, Operational Management, HR Management, Child Safeguarding & Social Responsibility, Sports Law and Club Licensing.

Presented via online lectures, quizzes and discussions, the modules cover a comprehensive array of topics geared at providing a holistic understanding of football management. This in turn will enable participants to further support the Asian football community and uplift the game.

Fahmida Faiza, an independent participant from Bangladesh said: “The FMD modules were meticulously designed to meet our expected learning objectives. Thanks to our dedicated lecturers, experienced classmates and insightful sessions, the entire learning journey has been inspiring and enriching. It has allowed me to expand my knowledge and has taught me the value of discipline, persistence, and most importantly the importance of teamwork.”

“The FMD was truly transformative as it not only increased my passion for football but also empowered me to want to contribute in more meaningful ways,” said Mathew Cheeseman, General Manager – Elite Refereeing at Football Australia. “I look forward to using my new skillsets and knowledge to take Asian football to greater heights and hopefully, become a leader that others can look up to.”

AFC Deputy General Secretary – Member Associations, Vahid Kardany said: “I applaud our graduates for tirelessly putting in the time, effort and work to complete this groundbreaking programme and gain new knowledge of football management.”

“The AFC wishes them success in bringing valuable change to both the Confederation and the Asian game. Based on their showing in the FMD, I am confident that we have moulded future leaders accomplished enough to genuinely enhance management standards.”

Launched in November 2021, the FMD is a key educational initiative under the AFC’s Academic Centre of Excellence. Now one of the most in-demand Asian football qualifications, the programme produces aspiring leaders capable of leaving their mark on the Continental stage.

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Fourth batch of AFC FMD graduates poised to make a difference

Graduates of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)’s fourth batch of the Football Management Diploma (FMD) programme today took a pivotal step towards becoming future senior leaders of Asian football and positively impacting the game.

Holding middle or senior management posts in the AFC’s Member Associations (MAs), Regional Associations (RAs) and independent stakeholders, the graduates exited the 13-month online programme with the skills and capabilities required to elevate football management and professional standards across the world.

Spanning over 460 hours of study time and comprising 12 core modules, the programme has been specifically curated by the AFC to ensure the future leaders of the Asian game continue to deliver focused and dedicated services to maximise the potential of their respective MAs, RAs as well as the larger ecosystem, as underlined by the AFC’s Vision and Mission.

These modules include the Organisation of World Football, International Sports Federations, Strategic Management, Financial Management, Income Generation, Media & Communications, Event Management, Operational Management, HR Management, Child Safeguarding & Social Responsibility, Sports Law and Club Licensing.

Presented via online lectures, quizzes and discussions, the modules cover a comprehensive array of topics geared at providing a holistic understanding of football management. This in turn will enable participants to further support the Asian football community and uplift the game.

Fahmida Faiza, an independent participant from Bangladesh said: “The FMD modules were meticulously designed to meet our expected learning objectives. Thanks to our dedicated lecturers, experienced classmates and insightful sessions, the entire learning journey has been inspiring and enriching. It has allowed me to expand my knowledge and has taught me the value of discipline, persistence, and most importantly the importance of teamwork.”

“The FMD was truly transformative as it not only increased my passion for football but also empowered me to want to contribute in more meaningful ways,” said Mathew Cheeseman, General Manager – Elite Refereeing at Football Australia. “I look forward to using my new skillsets and knowledge to take Asian football to greater heights and hopefully, become a leader that others can look up to.”

AFC Deputy General Secretary – Member Associations, Vahid Kardany said: “I applaud our graduates for tirelessly putting in the time, effort and work to complete this groundbreaking programme and gain new knowledge of football management.”

“The AFC wishes them success in bringing valuable change to both the Confederation and the Asian game. Based on their showing in the FMD, I am confident that we have moulded future leaders accomplished enough to genuinely enhance management standards.”

Launched in November 2021, the FMD is a key educational initiative under the AFC’s Academic Centre of Excellence. Now one of the most in-demand Asian football qualifications, the programme produces aspiring leaders capable of leaving their mark on the Continental stage.

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Jeonbuk State, in collaboration with the Jeonbuk State Office of Education and Jeonbuk Physicl Education Middle & High School, is continuing international exchange and friendship through sports by delivering sports equipment donated by students to youth in three African nations. On the 5th, the State and the Office of Education held a send-off ceremony at Jeonbuk Sports Middle & High School for the project titled “Re; Play Together, Jeonbuk Sports Friendship Gifts,” shipping the items to Zimbabwe, Kenya, and Namibia. The theme, ‘Re; Play Together,’ signifies resuming games (Re; Play) that had been halted due to a shortage of soccer balls and sports gear, this time together with Jeonbuk.

This initiative goes beyond mere material support; it aims to practice solidarity and friendship across borders through sports and to expand the foundation for exchange among future generations. In particular, sharing equipment that students actually used spreads the value of sharing while extending Jeonbuk’s international sports diplomacy into schools and the local community. The project originated from visits last year by officials from Zimbabwe and Namibia, with whom Jeonbuk has maintained international sports exchanges. During their visit to Jeonbuk Sports Middle & High School, they requested support for sports equipment. Students readily agreed to contribute, leading to a broader international exchange program supported by the State, the Office of Education, and the school. The donated items total 616 pieces across 12 sports, including soccer, taekwondo, shooting, archery, swimming, etc. —comprising both gear previously used by students and new items collected for this project. The equipment will be delivered to the Ministry of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture and National Olympic Committees of each country via Zimbabwean diplomatic missions and international shipping. It will then be distributed to young athletes and youth active in organizations such as the Kirsty Coventry Academy in Zimbabwe, the Waitaka Taekwondo Club in Kenya, and the MTC Hopsol Youth Soccer League in Namibia.

Kim Jong-phil, Director General of Jeonbuk State’s 2036 Summer Olympics Bid Department, stated: “I hope the precious sports items that nurtured the dreams of our Jeonbuk students will serve as a new source of hope for African youth. Moving forward, we will continue to promote international exchange through sports, guided by the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) core values of inclusion and solidarity.” Im Young-gun, Director of Arts, Physical Ed & Health Division at the Jeonbuk State Office of Education, said, “It was a meaningful opportunity for our students to put into practice the spirit of sportsmanship through sharing and caring while developing a global perspective. We hope that the students’ small but heartfelt gesture will be warmly received by young people in Africa.”

Meanwhile, Jeonbuk State has been steadily expanding its international sports network by dispatching a Taekwondo demonstration team to the World Taekwondo U-21 Championship in Kenya, participating in the World Union of Olympic Cities General Assembly, and broadening sports exchanges with African nations. Starting with the “Sports Friendship Gift” pilot project, Jeonbuk State plans to consider expanding the countries and sports covered by the initiative, while also promoting the hosting of international sporting events and exchange programs inviting young athletes from overseas, with the goal of developing Jeonbuk into a specialized international sports city.

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