With FIVB’s support, volleyball is thriving, opening doors to global opportunities and empowering players to shape a future filled with pride and possibility.
For Abdul Mutalib and Negin Mohammadi, volleyball represents more than a game; it has been a path to defy the odds and redefine their futures. Both athletes hail from Afghanistan, a nation where pursuing sports often comes with significant challenges, particularly for women. Limited resources, minimal support, and societal barriers made progress difficult, but FIVB Volleyball Empowerment changed everything.
The vision of FIVB Volleyball Empowerment changed the narrative for players like Mutalib and Mohammadi. This support provided essential resources and created opportunities for Afghan athletes to pursue volleyball at a higher level and share their talents with the world.
“The FIVB Volleyball Empowerment programme brought new life to me and other young players who dreamed of participating in international competitions,” Mutalib said. “It created opportunities for Afghanistan’s national volleyball team to participate in international events. With my efforts, I was able to quickly earn a spot on the senior national team. Thanks to the support of the FIVB Volleyball Empowerment project, I have participated in over ten Asian and regional events over the past three years.”
Mohammadi also highlighted how the programme transformed their prospects.
“FIVB’s support allowed us to train in the best facilities and participate in international events. The Asian Games were one of these opportunities that drew attention to the Afghan women’s national volleyball team,” she said.
Afghanistan’s top player Abdul Mutalib has showcased his talents in multiple events in the last three years with the support of FIVB Empowerment
The initiative went beyond financial assistance, offering training under experienced coaches and access to professional facilities. These changes were pivotal in shaping the athletes’ development.
“Due to the efforts of the officials at the National Federation and through the Volleyball Empowerment project of the FIVB, we were able to conduct our training sessions under the supervision of experienced foreign coaches,” Mutalib said.
“Additionally, the provision of logistical support, training facilities and access to essential equipment, such as volleyballs, training venues, uniforms and sports gear, had a significant impact.”
“This support has significantly…
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