With the upcoming Girls Football Festival in Pula in focus, which not only promises top sporting achievements but also promotes intercultural exchange and personal development, KOMM MIT and Bayer 04 Leverkusen are setting an example for a fairer future in sports.

KOMM MIT and Bayer 04 Leverkusen have joined forces to promote girls' soccer. For many years, KOMM MIT has been actively contributing to the Strengthen girls' soccer, whether by organising international meetings at KOMM MIT tournaments, cooperation with soccer associations or the explicit promotion of girls' teams. A highlight of these efforts is undoubtedly the Girls Football Festival, which took place for the first time in 2023 and features 300 girls from five nations enthusiastic. It is more than just a tournament; it is a symbol of international understanding, equality and team spirit.

In 2024, this inspiring initiative will be supported by the partnership of Women of Bayer 04 Leverkusen taken to a new level. Together, Bayer 04 and KOMM MIT want to advance girls' soccer and sustainably promote the development of this great sport. The partnership between one of the leading soccer clubs and a renowned non-profit organization underscores the common goal of giving girls around the world the opportunity to develop their passion for soccer and discover their talents.

As a highlight of this collaboration, two U15 teams will be on this year Girls Football Festival Participate in Pula and compete with teams from all over Europe. The tournament allows players not only to play soccer, but also to make friends and gain intercultural experience.

A special highlight will be tailor-made on-site training, which will be led by a renowned Leverkusen coaching staff in order to provide young people with valuable insights and tips.

KOMM MIT international tournaments not only offer an opportunity for sporting development, but also promote intercultural exchange and contribute to the realisation of United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with, in particular, SDG (Sustainable Development Goal) 5: gender equality. By supporting girls' soccer, KOMM MIT and Bayer 04 Leverkusen are sending a strong signal for equality in sport and showing how soccer can be used as an instrument to promote positive change in society.

The cooperation contributes to the implementation of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the UN Initiative”Football For The Goals” to support. In particular, the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 5 “Gender Equality” aims to further promote equal opportunities for all genders.

In line with the mission of KOMM MIT, “AllToGehter — For peaceful coexistence”, We strive to give all girls and boys the opportunity to participate in the International KOMM MIT tournaments.

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