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Comprehensive programme implemented at FIFA U-20 Women\u2019s World Cup\u2122 in Costa Rica; FIFA (www.FIFA.com<\/a>) safeguarding official on duty for each of the 32 matches; Additional measures implemented in cooperation with teams and stakeholders at the tournament.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The FIFA U-20 Women\u2019s World Cup Costa Rica 2022\u2122 held from 10 to 28 August 2022 saw the introduction and successful implementation of the first-ever comprehensive event-safeguarding programme at a FIFA youth tournament. Concrete and expert-supported measures were put in place to ensure the protection and well-being of players and adults, both participating and attending the event.<\/p>\n In line with FIFA\u2019s commitment to embed safeguarding measures across the game, processes were designed to minimise risks of abuse, exploitation and harassment towards children and adults.<\/p>\n The measures included the guarantee of one FIFA safeguarding official on duty for each of the 32 matches, as well as a representative from Costa Rica\u2019s National Children\u2019s Institute.<\/p>\n The programme also included, amongst other initiatives, a presentation on safeguarding at each Team Arrival Meeting, visits to the teams\u2019 training sites and hotels during the tournament and the development and distribution of materials at venues to raise awareness and provide guidance on the scope of the reporting mechanism available for incidents.\u00a0<\/p>\n \u201cAs a priority at FIFA, we want everyone in football to feel welcome, respected and, most importantly, safe at FIFA competitions and across all levels of the game \u2013 especially children, who are the most vulnerable,\u201d said Marie-laure Lemineur, FIFA\u2019s Head of Safeguarding & Child Protection. \u201cWe worked closely with a range of FIFA functional areas, experts in the field of safeguarding, as well as stakeholders, local authorities, Concacaf, the Costa Rican member association and the Local Organising Committee over the past couple of years to ensure that a robust and actionable programme was in place for the tournament. Thanks to the dedicated commitment of everyone involved, we facilitated a safe environment for players, fans and all \u2013 providing the opportunity for everyone to enjoy the unforgettable action on the pitch.\u201d<\/p>\n FIFA\u2019s mission is to promote the game of football, protect its integrity and bring the game to all. As part of that effort, FIFA\u2019s Vision 2020-2023: Making Football Truly Global\u00a0(https:\/\/fifa.fans\/3cBvNGN<\/a>) initiative sets out its commitment to promoting safe sport as part of the broader efforts to protect human rights.<\/p>\n