To commemorate World Water Day on 22 March, which is celebrated under the theme 'Water for Peace', global non-profit organization Football for Peace (FfP) is using sport to raise awareness around the world. We have launched a 10-year campaign to address water issues. Refilling the Planet with Water raises awareness and establishes partnerships to prevent and reduce water scarcity, while resolving tensions between communities around related environmental issues.
The world is in the midst of a global water crisis, with 2.2 billion people living without access to safe water. For the past 50 years, water-related disasters have dominated the disaster list. UN Water has emphasized water's ability to create peace or cause conflict. “Public health and prosperity, food and energy systems, economic productivity, and environmental conservation all depend on a well-functioning and equitably managed water cycle. Tensions can rise as people struggle to access access. Countries must put water cooperation at the center of their plans as they manage climate change, mass migration and political instability,” the agency said. Says.
Refilling the Earth with Water has a special focus on groundwater, which is an important source of drinking water and essential to agriculture around the world. However, large knowledge gaps exist in understanding its importance. That's why football federations, professional clubs and athletes support campaigns to spread awareness, engage communities, implement projects around the world and advocate for policies that improve conservation. In preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup (Canada, Mexico, United States), 2030 FIFA World Cup (Morocco, Portugal, Spain), and 2034 FIFA World Cup in Saudi Arabia, the initiative aims to support soccer through revitalization and projects in various cities. We work closely with the public and private sectors.
FfP currently runs programs in Africa, Asia, the UK and the US, and most recently, the United Nations Water Think Tank and International Center for Groundwater Assessment Serving as co-chair. As stated on the website, “Soccer has become an ideal means of mobilizing masses and uniting people around shared resources across differences, and has become a valuable tool in the fields of diplomacy and law reform.'' .Let's play for a world where water flows.'' It means life to everyone. ”
On the eve of World Water Day, the campaign will feature special events in the UK and US, with leadership from the cross-party Parliamentary Global Water Security Caucus, the UK Children's Parliament, athletes, diplomats and young people from diverse faith communities. It started with an event. “Water is the essence of life, not only for us, but for every living thing on this planet. As soccer players, we understand the importance of staying hydrated to perform at our best. But beyond the pitch, water scarcity is a significant challenge in communities around the world,” said the former professional footballer. Oumar Niasse.
“That’s why the Refill the Planet project is so important. It’s more than just a campaign. It’s a lifeline, and each of us can contribute to ensuring a future where clean water is available to all.” This is a call to action. Together, we can turn the tide on water scarcity and protect our planet for generations to come.”
After World Water Day, children in the UK will have Jewish, Muslim and Christian young people playing on the same team, in addition to children from other religious backgrounds, to promote unity and friendship. Participate in the Most Valuable Peacemakers (MVP) tournament. In the United States, the MVP pilot program was implemented in Washington DC, Baltimore, Maryland, and Miami, Florida, where diverse young people of various faiths improved their skills on the water and campaigned in solidarity with professional soccer and football heroes. We will promote
