LATVIJAS FUTBOLA FEDERACIJA

EU Legislative Interests

The Latvian Football Federation actively follows and contributes to the development of European Union sports policy and related strategic initiatives. The organisation is particularly interested in the implementation of the EU Work Plan for Sport, the role of sport in promoting European values, social inclusion, equal opportunities and active citizenship, as well as the contribution of sport to public health, education and social cohesion. The Federation monitors and, where relevant, engages in EU-level initiatives related to grassroots sport development, dual career pathways for athletes, safeguarding and child protection in sport, integrity in sport, fight against match-fixing, violence and corruption, good governance, and transparency of sports organisations. A key area of interest is European Union funding and cooperation instruments, in particular Erasmus+ Sport, Interreg, Creative Europe, Horizon Europe and other EU programmes supporting innovation, digitalisation and sustainability in the sports sector. The Federation is involved in the implementation and coordination of transnational EU-funded projects focused on education, innovation, inclusion, gender equality, digital transformation and environmentally sustainable practices in sport. The organisation also follows EU policies and legislative initiatives related to digitalisation of sport governance, data protection, integrity of competitions, sustainability of sport infrastructure, green transition of sport facilities and events, and the role of sport in achieving EU strategic objectives in the areas of youth policy, education, health and social development. Through participation in European networks and partnerships, the Latvian Football Federation contributes to knowledge exchange, policy dialogue and the practical im

Communication Activities

The Latvian Football Federation carries out a wide range of communication and dissemination activities related to EU sports policy and European initiatives. These include the organisation and implementation of conferences, workshops, seminars, training sessions and public events linked to European Union priorities in the field of sport, education, youth and social inclusion. The Federation actively communicates the results of EU-funded projects, in particular Erasmus+ Sport, Interreg and other transnational cooperation projects, through its official website, social media channels, newsletters and media relations. It regularly produces publications, guidelines, educational materials, reports and digital content promoting European values, fair play, equality, integrity, inclusion and healthy lifestyles through sport. In addition, the Federation participates in and promotes UEFA and European football-related initiatives, awareness-raising campaigns and communication actions addressing anti-discrimination, respect, diversity, safeguarding, good governance and integrity in sport. Matchday campaigns, grassroots events, youth tournaments and public information actions are used to engage athletes, coaches, volunteers, supporters and the wider public. The organisation also contributes to European policy dialogue by organising and participating in stakeholder events, panel discussions and networking activities at national and European level, promoting EU strategies and initiatives in the sport sector.

Interests Represented

Promotes their own interests or the collective interests of their members

Member Of

UEFA, FIFA

Organisation Members

165 member organisations: https://lff.lv/lff/biedri/

Additional Information

The estimated annual costs relate to participation in EU sport policy events (e.g. EU Sport Forum), international cooperation meetings, and activities linked to EU-funded projects and coordination with European institutions