Com-Unity is a Presidential programme, the purpose of which is to improve awareness of the value football can have in a country. As such, the course is intended to improve cooperation and communication between a member association, its government, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) working in the country, other partners and the media. Furthermore, the programme distributes knowledge on communication and marketing skills to help member associations attract partners and sponsors
Format of Com-Unity Courses
Each Com-Unity course is a three-day programme of
working sessions organised by the member association in cooperation
with FIFA. It brings together key representatives from the
government, NGOs, media and the national football family, and is
intended to be open to the whole community. Participation by key
individuals from the government, the media, actual and potential
partners and other organisations is requested and is a critical
component of this course; invitations for these individuals are to
be extended by the member associations hosting the course.
Financial arrangements
FIFA covers the expenses of the instructors and
FIFA representatives, course facilities and relevant technical
installations, as well as the production and shipment of the course
material. The organising member association is responsible for all
local transport, customs, tax expenses and any other residual
expenses not covered by FIFA. Wherever possible, the workshop
should be held in FIFA Goal and/or Financial Assistance Programme
(FAP)-financed facilities.
