The Women’s World Cup matches in Australia and New Zealand (July 20-August 20) will also feature flags representing Aboriginal and Maori people, organizers said on Friday.
” FIFA’s commitment that all Australian flags will be flown at the World Cup is a significant moment for all Australians, particularly First Nations.Australian Federation President James Johnson responded. This decision is in line with the values of diversity and inclusion that our organization carries into it and is consistent with our vision for the competition. »
An example of “recognition of the rights of indigenous peoples”.
New Zealand federation Andrew Bracknell welcomed the move, hoping it would set a precedent for subsequent editions. “Recognizing the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Around the World”. In Australia, the Aboriginal flag will be flown alongside the national flag at 35 matches in that country.
The same will be the case with the Maori flag during the 29 meetings scheduled in New Zealand. In 2000, Aboriginal athlete Kathy Freeman, the Sydney Olympic champion in the 400m and the last Olympic torchbearer, was a symbol of a marginalized community.
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