Half a Million People Sign Up to Volunteer in FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Volunteers

FIFA revealed that more than half a million people have now signed up on FIFAs global volunteer platform in the FIFA volunteer program for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, adding that volunteer numbers have soared from 100,000 since October 2021.

In a statement, the FIFA said that the surge in numbers shows that our volunteer program is a real proof of passion and enthusiasm with the approach of the tournament which takes place from the 21 November until 18 December.

"This rise in people signing up to the platform truly is remarkable," said FIFA President Gianni Infantino. "The surge in numbers shows that our volunteer program and platform are becoming a real, global community, with incredible interest in taking part in the FIFA World Cup in Qatar later this year." "Volunteers play a key role in every FIFA tournament. Along with their energy and smiles, they bring a unique atmosphere, giving their time and expertise to ensure football continues to flourish. Once again, volunteers have shown their commitment to, and love of, our sport, and we are truly thankful for this." The landmark figure has also impressed the FIFA Secretary General, Fatma Samoura. "It is outstanding to reach this important milestone so quickly after the programme was relaunched, and we are very happy," she said.

"For football to continue to thrive, volunteers are absolutely essential. We can see the popularity and love of our sport shine through in these fantastic volunteers. It is a very special community and we look forward to it expanding further." According to the statement, the majority of volunteers come from areas near to Qatar. 43.2 percent are from Asia and 40.2 percent from Africa. English is the most commonly spoken language among applicants 94.4 percent 53.1 percent of volunteers are in employment, while 34.4 percent are students. In terms of age groups, 24- to 34-year-olds lead the way 42.9 percent.

Applications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 volunteer program will close on Sunday, 31 July while interviews will be completed by August 13, when the tournament reaches the 100 days-to-go milestone. Members of the public aged at least 18 can apply through the designated website for volunteering.

The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Volunteer Program, launched in December 2020, is the largest in the history of sport as every registered volunteer can apply to participate in the rest tournaments of the international association.

(QNA)