The recently appointed Secretary General of the Hellenic Football Federation (HFF), Domna Tsioni, visited the FIFA House in Paris to participate in the FIFA launch day. When a new General Secretary or President is elected or appointed, they will be invited by FIFA to learn about the various activities of FIFA and the FIFA services available to member associations. Tsioni, who was appointed Secretary General of the Hellenic Federation in July 2024, and the HFF, the induction day will help accelerate FIFA’s programs and support to further develop football in Greece. “FIFA as the world governing body of football must ensure that we provide the best facilities and services to our members and that we know all the options and ways of implementing various FIFA programs,” said Elkhan Mammadov, FIFA’s Director of European Member Associations.
The HFF has benefited from FIFA programs in the past, most recently with the support of the FIFA program to promote women’s football to develop women’s football strategy. The strategy was launched in Athens and included the implementation of the first U-15 Girls’ National Championship, which the FIFA forward program it should be supported.
Tsioni’s visit to the FIFA offices in Paris is an opportunity for the HFF to explore further opportunities and find new opportunities for collaboration and growth.
“This FIFA launch day was an opportunity to broaden my horizons. The seminars were simple, professional and rigorous. It was perfect and I’m very happy to be here,” said Tsioni. “I have learned about all the FIFA programs and we – myself and the Hellenic Football Association – are looking forward to submitting applications for the programs that we are not currently using right now. I’m excited.”
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Important for new leaders like Ms. Tsioni to be introduced to our organization’s ethos and resources. The induction program serves as a bridge for newly appointed officials to understand the global football ecosystem, ensuring they are well-equipped to lead their associations. It fosters networking opportunities and knowledge sharing, which are crucial for enhancing football development in their respective countries. Through these programs, we can align our goals and strategies more effectively, facilitating collaboration at all levels of the game.
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Interviewer: Welcome to our interview with two special guests, Ms. Domna Tsioni, the newly appointed Secretary General of the Hellenic Football Federation (HFF), and Elkhan Mammadov, the FIFA Director of European Member Associations. Today, we will be discussing the recent visit of Ms. Tsioni to the FIFA House in Paris for an induction day. To begin with, Ms. Tsioni, could you tell us about your impressions of the induction program and what you learned during your visit?
Tsioni: Thank you for having me. I must say that the FIFA launch day was an excellent opportunity to broaden my horizons. The seminars were informative and professional, providing me with the necessary knowledge and exposure to various FIFA programs. I learned about all the initiatives that FIFA offers to its member associations and was excited to discover new opportunities for collaboration. It was a pleasure to be in Paris and interact with the FIFA team.
Interviewer: That’s great to hear. Could you elaborate on how this visit could benefit the Hellenic Football Federation and its members?
Tsioni: As a new Secretary General, it’s essential for me to understand the global football landscape and how our association can contribute to its growth. The FIFA launch day gave me the opportunity to meet other secretaries general from different countries and exchange ideas. Moreover, the sessions focused on the FIFA programs and services available to member associations. We understand the importance of utilizing these resources to develop Greek football further, and this visit has opened doors for us to explore more possibilities for collaboration. We aim to implement the newly learned strategies and programs to improve our women’s football development plan and overall football infrastructure in Greece.
Interviewer: That sounds very promising. Elkhan, your thoughts on Ms. Tsioni’s visit and the role of FIFA’s induction programs for new appointees?
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