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BPIA FIFA & Sports Diplomacy Initiative

Where Global Sports Meet Global Affairs

The Black Professionals in International Affairs (BPIA) FIFA & Sports Diplomacy Initiative explores the powerful intersection of sports, diplomacy, international development, public affairs, business, culture, and global engagement.

As the world looks toward FIFA World Cup 2026, BPIA is committed to creating opportunities for professionals, students, community leaders, corporations, governments, embassies, nonprofits, and sports organizations to connect through the universal language of sport.

Sports have long served as a platform for diplomacy, relationship-building, economic development, cultural exchange, and international cooperation. Through this initiative, BPIA seeks to highlight the role that sports can play in advancing mutual understanding, strengthening communities, and creating pathways for global engagement.


Partnership Opportunities

BPIA welcomes conversations with organizations interested in partnering on:

  • FIFA Watch Parties
  • Networking Events
  • Cultural Activations
  • Sports Diplomacy Dialogues
  • Speaker Events & Panels
  • Professional Development Programs
  • Community Engagement Initiatives
  • International Exchange Opportunities
  • Corporate Activations
  • Educational Programming

Whether you represent an embassy, corporation, nonprofit, university, sports organization, government agency, professional association, or community group, we would love to explore opportunities to collaborate.


Our Focus Areas

Sports Diplomacy

Exploring how sports can strengthen international relationships, foster cross-cultural understanding, and support diplomatic engagement.

Leadership & Professional Development

Connecting emerging and established professionals to career pathways and leadership opportunities within sports, international affairs, public policy, communications, development, and related sectors.

Community Engagement

Creating opportunities for communities to come together through watch parties, cultural activations, networking events, educational programming, and public discussions.

Global Partnerships

Building relationships with embassies, international organizations, corporations, nonprofits, sports organizations, universities, and community groups interested in leveraging sports as a force for positive impact.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Engagement

Supporting activities and conversations related to the FIFA World Cup and its impact on diplomacy, economic development, tourism, community engagement, and international cooperation.



Meet Our FIFA & Sports Diplomacy Liaison

Alexis White

BPIA FIFA & Sports Diplomacy Liaison

Alexis White supports BPIA's efforts to expand engagement at the intersection of sports, culture, diplomacy, and international affairs. She works with partners and stakeholders to identify opportunities for collaboration, community engagement, and meaningful impact through sports diplomacy initiatives.

Get Involved

Interested in partnering with BPIA for a FIFA watch party, sports diplomacy event, cultural activation, or collaborative initiative?

Contact us: fifa@iabpia.org

Together, we can harness the power of sports to build connections, strengthen communities, and advance global engagement.


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BPIA membership is open to all applicants who support our mission and goals without regard to race, religion/creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual preference or identity.

Email
bpiaoutreach@iabpia.org

Mailing Address

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P.O. Box 55922

Washington, DC 20011


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