Governance

Statutory Objectives

We will play a fundamental role in society and therefore adherence to good governance principles is fundamental for the fulfillment of our statutory objectives and social mission. As futsal’s governing body in North America, the North American Futsal Federation is firmly committed to the principles of good governance, transparency, and zero tolerance toward discriminatory wrongdoing.

The North American Futsal Federation’s five main futsal development programmers comprise:

1. Consultancy Member associations interested in officially launching futsal within their territory or in reviewing their current activities can apply for different types of consultancy support. An expert visit may be arranged for an assessment of the current situation and to help, where necessary, with the creation of the association’s four-year futsal development plan. In addition to expertise, member associations can also benefit from sports equipment (futsal balls) and teaching material.

2. Education the North American Futsal Federation’s education courses for futsal coaches and referees aimed at supporting and complementing the initiatives of confederations and member associations. The courses usually last five days and include both theoretical and practical sessions. The North American Futsal Federation appoints an instructor to conduct the course and to help develop an education strategy for the member association.

3. Competitions The development of futsal competitions and leagues for both men and women around the world is still in its formative stage, and the North American Futsal Federation recognizes the challenges that this creates for the further development of the game. To increase the number of domestic futsal leagues at various levels, the North American Futsal Federation offers expert and tailor-made assistance on how to structure and format competitions.

4. Legacy. The North American Futsal Federation legacy program may feature a vast array of different projects (Jr’s, Youth, Amateur, Pro, Domestic, International), which should be discussed and developed in close cooperation between the host association’s leadership and league officials. Each member association shall appoint a person to be responsible for the North American Futsal Federation legacy program and to work in tandem with the relevant World Futsal Federation counterpart.