WILLEMSTAD – The Curaçao Football Federation (FFK) has reestablished its Women's Football Committee as part of a renewed effort to strengthen women's football on the island, increase participation among girls and women, and secure additional funding for the sport.
The federation announced on Thursday that Hassnah Elhage, Jadira Laaf, and Fabi Constansia have been appointed to the committee, which will be responsible for implementing the federation's strategic objectives for women's football.
The three members will focus on developing new opportunities for female players, strengthening cooperation with national and international football organizations, and identifying financial resources to support the sport's long-term growth.
One of the committee's priorities will be securing funding through international football organizations, including FIFA and CONCACAF. The federation also intends to explore sponsorship opportunities and commercial partnerships to support the development of women's football in Curaçao.
Talent development will be another important area of attention. The committee will examine opportunities to improve training, coaching, and player development while establishing stronger relationships with football organizations in the Netherlands, the Caribbean, the United States, and other countries in the region.
These partnerships could create opportunities for knowledge exchange and international cooperation, helping local players and coaches benefit from expertise and development programs abroad.
The FFK also wants to increase the visibility of women's football and encourage more girls and women to join local football clubs.
By promoting the sport and creating additional development opportunities, the federation hopes to expand participation and strengthen the foundation for women's football at different levels.
The committee will be responsible for translating the federation's strategic objectives into concrete projects and activities. Progress and results will be monitored to evaluate the effectiveness of the initiatives.
The FFK also plans to strengthen cooperation with the Curaçao government, private businesses, and other sports organizations to encourage sustained investment in women's football.
According to the federation, reactivating the committee is part of a broader effort to professionalize women's football and establish a stronger, more permanent position for the women's game within Curaçao's football structure.
The federation has not yet announced a specific budget, implementation timetable, or participation targets for the committee's activities.