Press Releases
Team Kemet from Egypt triumphs at the Global Goals World Cup in Saudi Arabia!
March 18, 2024 — Hosted by the Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) and supported by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC), the 25th Global Goals World Cup empowered female athletes and ignited a passion for the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across the world.
From March 7th to 8th, the GGWCUP brought together all-female community football teams from across the globe.
Team Serotonin UPM from Al Madinah secured first place for their passionate crowd support, while Team Alorobah from Skaka garnered recognition for their stylish uniforms. Obab from Oman dominated the football competition, showcasing impressive skills.
However, two exceptional teams stood out across all categories and played the final game: Team Malala FC from Colombia, the proud runners-up, and the overall champion Team Kemet from Egypt.
LaLiga and EIR Soccer join forces to promote the sustainable growth of women's football in Jordan
The two organisations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), through which LaLiga has offered consultancy services to help develop a tournament in Jordan.
Team Keepers win first Global Goals League in Jordan
10 teams. 17 Global Goals. 102 female coaches living in Jordan from the Eir Coach Program. The first season of the Global Goals League has come to an end. Final match day was Friday November 25th in Amman, Jordan.
The first edition of the Global Goal League concluded today, with team Keepers winning first place and Team Revive as runners-up. The League Finals were hosted by the American Community School ACS with local partner Rise For Good founded by Princess Lara Faisal.
Global Goals World Cup spiller i weekenden fodbold for en bedre verden
August 19, 2022. Kvindefodboldturneringen Global Goals World Cup (GGWCUP) afvikles på Havnepladsen, Aarhus C, i denne weekend. Under fredagens åbning af GGWCUP deltog ligestillingsminister Trine Bramsen i en All star fodboldkamp og en samtale om ledere og rollemodeller i fodboldens verden. Hvad kan vi gøre sammen og hver for sig?
I samtalen med ligestillingsministeren deltog cheftræner for AGF Kvindefodbold Katrine S. Pedersen, CEO for Eir Majken, bestyrelsesmedlem i DIF Rikke Rønholt Direktør i DFUNK Natasha Al-Hariri og museets direktør Julie Rokkjær Birch.
Minister besøger fodboldevent på KØN og kickstarter Global Goals World Cup Danmark
August 15, 2022. Fredag morgen gæster ligestillingsminister Trine Bramsen eventet 'KØN Morgen', og er med en samtale om ligestilling mellem kønnene, generelt og i fodboldens verden, med til at åbne kvindefodboldturneringen og verdensmålsfestivalen Global Goals World Cup's event på KØN.
Emergency aid will be linked to long-term efforts to alleviate humanitarian crises
July 12, 2022. The Novo Nordisk Foundation has awarded grants totalling DKK 39.3 million for nine projects that build bridges between emergency aid and long-term efforts in areas affected by humanitarian crises.
EIR Org is receiving DKK 1.5 million for the project EIR Football League Jordan 2022–2023. The project will take place in Jordan.
Foreningen Permasport får Global Goals World Cup til Aarhus i samarbejde med DFUNK og AGF
March 7, 2022
Foreningen Permasport har indgået samarbejde med DFUNK - Dansk Flygtningehjælp Ungdom og fodboldklubben AGF om afholdelsen af Global Goals World Cup til sommer.
“I Permasport skaber vi forandringer i partnerskaber, og vi er stolte over at have fået Global Goals World Cup til Aarhus for første gang. Nu inviterer vi byen, kommunen, erhvervs- og foreningslivet ind i processen med at skabe opmærksomhed omkring, hvordan man konkret kan arbejde med FN’s verdensmål for bæredygtig udvikling,” fortæller Clara Lucia Tonnisen, der er forperson i Permasport.
Jordanian team ‘Leaf A Mark’ wins the first GGWCUP Finals in Iceland after the 2020-lockdown
November 24, 2021
The Global Goals World Cup Finals 2021 was the first Finals hosted outside New York City
The GGWCUP was officially opened by First Lady Eliza Reid of Iceland
The winning team will carry on their actions for the Global Goal 15: Life On Land
GGWCUP country hosts joined the Finals from India, Denmark, Norway, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Colombia.
GGWCUP / EIR was awarded with the Power, Together Award from Women Political Leaders.
Together with Icelandic country host Young Professional Women in Iceland (UAK), EIR invited the overall champions from Jordan and Saudi Arabia to champion the Icelandic civic society, the arts world, local and global politician and Icelandic female players and share what they all are fighting for and how women best possible can support each other and create more space for girls and women on and off the field.
Team Leaf A Mark are leaving a green mark on the world. Their mission is to raise awareness about Global Goal 15 Life On Land and change the 1% green in Jordan by planting 1 million trees by 2030. The team started their action campaign leading up to the GGWCUP Jordan already back in 2019. The team’s following is also growing, and the team is supported by Cairo Amman Bank. See the team presentation here.
Team Leaf A Mark and Team KAFO. See all pictures from the GGWCUP Finals Iceland 2021.
Reykjavík Global Forum – Women Leaders 2021 recognises the importance of a global sports organisation launched in Denmark with the ‘Power, Together Award’.
November 10, 2021
On behalf of the more than 5.000 women fueling the growing Global Goals World Cup (GGWCUP) movement we are honored to accept this award from The Reykjavik Global Forum. It recognizes the efforts taken and the challenges overcome to break down barriers on the playing field and beyond. It also recognizes their allies and partners including the Ministry of Foregn Affairs of Denmark.
In 2015 EIR pioneered the world of sport by building the Global Goals World Cup (GGWCUP). “The GGWCUP showcases the importance and benefits of sport and gender equality. Women who have never been allowed to or provided with the opportunity to play and fall love with being physical activite” says Majken Gilmartin, Co-founder of the GGWCUP.
Kafo claim victory at the first ever Global Goals World Cup Saudi Arabia
September 19, 2021.
26 all-female teams competed at the inaugural GGWCUP Saudi Arabia
The winning team will go to represent the Kingdom at the GGWCUP grand finale in Iceland
The GGWCUP celebrated sports and sustainability with a family-friendly festival
(Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) September 19 2021 - The first ever Global Goals World Cup Saudi Arabia event has taken place in Diriyah, with 26 all-female teams advocating for social and environmental sustainability while battling it out for the chance to take part in the Global Goals World Cup (GGWCUP) grand finale in November.
Hosted by the Saudi Sports for All Federation at Elite Sports Centre in Diriyah, the Kingdom’s inaugural GGWCUP event took place between Thursday, September 16 and Saturday, September 18. The event, sponsored by Adidas and Novo Nordisk, combined social impact and sport, as the teams competed in a 5-a-side football tournament as part of their campaigns to highlight the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The first all-women World Cup is touring the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)
Press Release September 14, 2021
Copenhagen, Denmark
On September 17 to 18 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 25 all-women sports teams will be competing in the Global Goals World Cup (GGWCUP). They are part of the MENA GGWCUP tour where 70 all-women teams will be playing, reaching 1.1 million people with their visions for the future. They will be playing football and transforming their communities. The GGWCUP is a global movement fuelled by girls and women that merges the game of football with global citizenship advancing the United Nations 17 Global Goals amidst the fun and sports. Hosted by the The Saudi Sports for All Federation, the event in Riyadh will showcase the powerful role sport can play in advancing social and environmental sustainability.
Young Professional Women in Iceland (UAK) and the GGWCUP collaboration towards increased sustainability and equality
Women’s co-operation for progress in the field of the SDG
Gender equality at the forefront of change /Equality at the forefront of change for a better world
Sports in a key role for the SDGs
Gender equality and respect in the field of sport play a key role for progress towards the SDGsYoung Professional Women are proud to announce a collaboration with Global Goals World Cup (GGWCUP).
Young women entrepreneurs and the Global Goals World Cup work towards increased sustainability and equality.
EIR Org is a non-profit organisation that runs the Global Goals World Cup and four other sports programs. Each program activates the groundbreaking potential of sports and play with purpose. The GGWCUP consists of numerous international partners who work with passion to increase equality and sustainability around the world. Since 2015 Global Goals World Cup have pioneered the world of sport by building the GGWCUP network fueled by women breaking down barriers, leading local sustainable development and amplifying their call to action.
The annual Global Goals World Cup Finals will be held during the 8-10 of November in Iceland, where each team will represent one of the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The goal of the GGWCUP is to amplify the importance of closing the PLAY GAP, advancing gender equality and the UN Global Goals. GGWCUP is one of the 100+ Global Goals Week partners making the UNGA week a powerful week of action, awareness and accountability for the UN Global Goals (SDGs). The annual GGWCUP Finals has since 2016 been a part of Global Goals Week. This year we are proud to host the event in Iceland. It is a great privilege to be hosting the GGWCUP during the The Reykjavík Global Forum - Women Leaders 2021. Launched in 2018, under the heading of Power, Together, The Reykjavík Global Forum convenes women leaders from around the world, across all sectors, including politics, business, civil society, academia, the arts and media. In following the tradition of these past convenings, Reykjavík Global Forum 2021 will be a meaningful and action-oriented series of conversations and collaborations. And we can’t wait!
Together we invite women from the different fields to champion each other and share what we all are fighting for and how we best possible can support each other in creating more spaces for girls and women on and off the field. Young professional women celebrate the collaboration and increased participation towards equality all around the world.
Sports for All Federation announces the first ever Global Goals World Cup Saudi Arabia
December 27, 2020
Inaugural Global Goals World Cup Saudi Arabia will take place throughout 2021, combining sports and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals
The Sports for All Federation (SFA) announced its first ever Global Goals World Cup (GGWCUP) Saudi Arabia, encouraging women across the country to participate in sports, boosting overall health of the community.
The SFA is inviting women across the Kingdom to take part in GGWCUP Saudi Arabia by forming teams and hosting events, activations and programs based around the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), thereby using sport to engender social good and create lasting positivity in their local communities.
The Sports for All Federation (SFA) announced its first ever Global Goals World Cup (GGWCUP) Saudi Arabia.
“YOU BETTA VOTE” - new ball in collaboration
with U.S. artist Hope Gangloff
Press Release (PDF)
In 2015 we released a ball to celebrate the 100 year for women's right to vote in Denmark. Today we drop this new ball design to coincide with the American presidential election to celebrate women’s rights to vote worldwide.
The unique ball design by U.S. artist Hope Gangloff began as an ink drawing from 1997 of a starry sky. It then evolved into a 10 ft x 7 ft giant painting on linen before it was transformed into a soccer ball.
“We all have to engage with the government that represents us, otherwise, democracy doesn’t work. Checks and Balances include the eyes of the people. You BETTA vote,” Gangloff said.
Hope Gangloff’s work is represented by the Susan Inglett Gallery in New York since 2006. Inquiries and more information, please visit www.hope-gangloff.com.
The ball, which cost $55, is available at www.shoptheball.com. Proceeds from the sale of the balls will go to the Global Goals World Cup (GGWCUP).
We hope you will make this starry ball part of your everyday!
Global Goals Week 2020
Global Goals Week Press Release 2020 (PDF)
Partners Unite in Call to Recover Better Ahead of Sustainable Development Goals’ 5th Anniversary.
Global Goals Week (18-26 September, plus an expanded calendar throughout September and early October) will take place virtually this year, focusing on making this a turning point to recover better for people and planet.
For a full schedule and more information including how to participate in Global Goals Week, visit www.globalgoalsweek.org. The events listings will be updated as new events come online. Join the conversation and showcase your action to #TurnItAround for the #GlobalGoals.
Winter / Spring 2020
PRESS RELEASE: Czech women will again kick a ball for a better world. You can join too! March 5, 2020, Czech Republic
The Czech Republic will host a unique football tournament that encourages women from all over the world to play for the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This popular event, where sports meet activism, took place last year in the Czech Republic for the first time. The winning team of the Prague tournament, made up of Czech postwomen, also triumphed in the world final held in New York City. The registration for this year’s Prague competition opens on March 8, International Women’s Day, and closes on March 31, 2020.
PRESS RELEASE: New Partnership in Jordan: Novo Nordisk Foundation x Rise For Good x GGWCup. January 23rd, Davos
Novo Nordisk Foundation supporting all-women teams participating in the first Global Goals World Cup in the Arab world. Join us at the SDG media Zone (Equality Lounge) at the Hotel Panorama Hotel. No pass required.
Follow the event at 2PM CET at #SDGlive at Webtv.un.org. In case you missed the #SDGLive event.
A total of 34 teams have qualified to participate in the GGWCup and are representing a variety of entities, including large local and regional corporations, local foundations, universities, NGOs and teams of women from refugee camps hosting Syrian and Palestinian refugees and refugees living in Jordan’s host community.
2019
Largest Global Goals Week Yet Unites 80+ Partners to Deliver for People and Planet. September 3rd (http://globalgoalsweek.org)
Join us in the largest Global Goals Week to date! 80+ partners will gather during UN General Assembly Week to deliver bold action for people and the planet. Momentum for the Global Goals is rising - be a part of the movement.
GGWCup Co-Founder Transitions To Advisory Role, As The Cup Reaches Magical Milestone (August 30, 2019)
”We always had a dream that we would create something that was so universally inspiring, that people all over the world would like to join and make it their own. Now this dream is materializing at a speed that we had never imagined possible,” Co-Founder Rikke Ronholt explains. Read more here.
Greek victory in GGWCUP Europe May 16 (US)
Yesterday team Hestia from Greece won the GGWCup Europe in Copenhagen, Denmark and the trophy is important to the Greek women who ran into problems before football tournament. Now Hestia moves on to the finals in New York. Besides Greece, England and Germany were honoured for their achievements during the new type of world cup that transforms UN’s Sustainable Development Goals into a sport.
Græsk sejr i GGWCup Europe May 16 (Danish)
GGWCUP Europe / Copenhagen May 6 (Danish)
The GGWCup Prague team captains have taken the unique balls and committed to play for a better world April 12, 2019
The captains of the eighteen Global Goals World Cup Prague teams took over the SDGs at a joint meeting at Werich Villa in Prague on Wednesday, April 10th.
Startujeme Global Goals World Cup Prague - poprvé v Česku March 7, 2019
Unikátní fotbalový turnaj na podporu globálních cílů OSN, který inspiruje a zapojuje ženy z celého světa – Global Goals World Cup, jsme odstartovali tiskovou konferencí 7. března 2018 v prostorách Ikea Point na Václavském náměstí.
Join the Global Goals World Cup in Copenhagen Jan. 8, 2019
Women are invited to play for a better world in unconventional World Cup.
Global Goals World Cup kommer til København Jan 8, 2019
Danske kvinder inviteres til at spille for en bedre verden.
2018
Call for GGWCup Ambassador Coaches Oct. 11 2018
GGWCup New York UNGA 2018 UNDP, Sept, 2018
Press Pick Up GGWCUP New York UNGA 2018 Sept, 2018
2017
Dubai Tournament Announced with Strong Partners Oct. 19, 2017
Big Mango FC takes the GGWCup Trophy! And Bangkok Wins Our Hearts Oct. 3, 2017
Annie Lennox and HRH Crown Princess Mary to Nominate last two SDG 5 (Gender Equality) Dream Team Players Sept. 18, 2017
Get ready for the 2nd Global Goals World Cup Finals! Sept. 15, 2018
Save the date: Global Goals World Cup Finals Return to New York City, with Game of Thrones Actor as Head Referee Aug. 31, 2017
We have been shortlisted for Global Impact of the Year Award July 27, 2018
Proceeds from the sale of the balls will go to the Global Goals World Cup. Thank you for supporting our work.