Child Protection: Praise and Funding for Hesse's Football Association - Hesse's Minister Praises HFV's Child Protection Efforts, Awards €91,000 Grant
Hesse's Minister of Sport, Diana Stolz, has commended the Hesse Football Association (HFV) for its dedication to child protection. She presented the association with a state funding grant of €91,000 to bolster preventive measures, with a focus on combating violence and discrimination. Notably, Silke Sinning, the sole female chairwoman among the 21 regional football associations under the German Football Association (DFB), leads the HFV.
Diana Stolz highlighted the significance of sports in safeguarding children and encouraging open communication about misconduct. She emphasized the importance of prevention and transparent communication in child protection within sports. The state funding will support initiatives like 'Fair Play Hesse', aimed at promoting a safe and inclusive environment for young players.
Silke Sinning, the HFV president, echoed these sentiments, stressing the need to integrate child protection into coach training and professional development. The association plans to focus on prevention, awareness-raising, and clear action protocols to ensure the well-being of young athletes.
The Hesse Football Association has received €91,000 in state funding to strengthen its child protection measures. Minister Diana Stolz praised the HFV's commitment, while President Silke Sinning, the only woman leading a regional football association under the DFB, underscored the importance of integrating child protection into coach training. The funding will support initiatives combating violence and discrimination, fostering a safer environment for young footballers.
