VolleyballVerband

VolleyballVerband is the national governing body for volleyball in its country. It oversees all organized volleyball at the national level, including indoor and beach volleyball for men, women, and youth, as well as para-volleyball. The federation’s aims include promoting participation, developing talent, maintaining standards for competition, coaching, officiating, and player safety, and representing the sport in national and international forums.

Governance and structure: It is led by a president and a board, elected by the general assembly. The organization operates through standing committees on competitions, coaching and development, refereeing, ethics and safeguarding, and anti-doping. It maintains member clubs and regional associations, runs national leagues and cups, manages national teams, and coordinates selection, training camps, and international travel.

International and competitions: VolleyballVerband is a member of the international federation FIVB and the continental confederation, and it participates in regional and international events. It also aligns with international rules and standards and implements governance principles, anti-doping, and safeguarding policies.

History and role: The federation was established to unify governance of the sport, promote development from the grassroots to elite levels, and strengthen the sport’s infrastructure. It collaborates with schools, local authorities, clubs, and sponsors to expand access and opportunities.