In a pivotal stride towards strengthening the Federation worldwide, World ParaVolley recently convened a high-level strategic planning meeting that brought together key stakeholders, leadership, and expert advisors. The gathering aimed to align the organization’s priorities and craft a comprehensive roadmap for sustainable growth, development, promotion, and governance over the coming years.
A collective and shared approach to growth
During the meeting, which was held over several days in Györ, Hungary, participants engaged in dynamic discussions, sharing insights, challenges, and innovative ideas to elevate the Federation and the sport.
Focusing on core strategic priorities
The meeting centered around five critical areas identified for strategic enhancement:
- Organizational Leadership and Governance
- Visibility and Growth for World ParaVolley
- Competition Planning and Management (Delivery)
- Developing Partnerships and Collaborations
- Revenue Generation
By aligning on these strategic priorities, and by identifying action items alongside them, World ParaVolley will be well-positioned to elevate to new heights, inspiring athletes with disabilities worldwide and promoting inclusivity through sport. The organization’s dedication to transparent governance, innovative partnership-building, and sustainable revenue generation underscores its commitment to ensuring the Federation builds an enhanced and truly global impact.
“Over the past six months we met in a series of virtual meetings – now coming together in person was really critical to further craft our strategy but also to get to know each other better and to become a true team.”
– Mr. Juergen Schrapp, President of World ParaVolley
A Collaborative Path Forward
The strategic planning session concluded with a commitment to a phased implementation plan, with clear milestones and accountability measures. Next steps include further leadership team and working group fine-tuning and soliciting second-stage feedback from additional targeted stakeholders. Leadership expressed confidence that these focused efforts will catalyze the sport’s growth, increase its global footprint, and foster a vibrant community of athletes and fans.
“This past week, our WPV Board spent time discussing the future of our sport – how we can grow it, improve it, and make it even more athlete-centered. We’re looking at everything from competition formats to classification systems to increasing visibility. These were great discussions, viewing topics from different perspectives. We will share these outcomes with the membership within two months.”
– Ms. Elvira Stinissen, Vice-President of World ParaVolley
Looking Ahead
As World ParaVolley moves forward with these strategic initiatives, stakeholders and fans alike can anticipate exciting developments in the sport’s delivery, visibility, and reach. The successful planning meeting marks a significant milestone in the organization’s journey toward enhanced excellence and inclusivity around the world.