Event co-organised by Amnesty International Switzerland and Sport & Rights Alliance
Kickoff for a discussion on the human rights risks of the Women’s European Championship in Switzerland and on the responsibility of sports associations. Event co-organized by Amnesty International Switzerland and the Sport and Rights Alliance.
Wednesday, 18 September 2024 18:30 – 21:00 | Spittelsaal, Bern House of Generations
The European Women’s Football Championship will be held in Switzerland for the first time in July 2025. This major sporting event is a unique opportunity to raise the profile of women’s football, promote it appropriately and take bold action against discrimination. With less than ten months to go before kick-off, it is high time to initiate a discussion about the human rights risks of hosting a major sporting event, and the challenges for women’s football in particular. We will discuss opportunities, risks and measures with affected players and fans, representatives of the Swiss Football Association, and politicians as well as experts from the Sport and Rights Alliance. A standing drinks reception will be offered following the discussion.
Speakers
- Leandra Flury, footballer in GC Women’s Super League and Prix Courage candidate
- Sandra Betschart, Head of YB Women’s Football Team
- Martin Endemann, Football Supporters Europe
- Christine Badertscher, Green National Councillor, Member of the Foreign Affairs Committee
Moderation: Lisa Salza, Head of Sports and Human Rights , Amnesty International Switzerland, with a greeting from Alexandra Karle, Executive Director of Amnesty International Switzerland
The event will be held in German. Whispered translation available in English.
