Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s edition of Homeless World Cup had to be cancelled. However, the challenge remains. On Sunday, July 5, the organization will host the Homeless World Cup Day, “a celebration of our work, the work of our Street Football Partners and their year-round activities.”
More about the event:
Throughout the day you’ll be able to access compelling stories from around the world as well as join in some fun challenges – all you need to do is join our Virtual Stadium (it’s free!), a place packed full of fun and engaging content.
By joining the Stadium, you will become part of our virtual fan base, have exciting content delivered directly into your inbox, and the chance to help us continue our life-changing work. You will even get your own virtual seat!
According to Hampshire Chronicle, Michael Sheen and Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Strurgeon “will kick off Homeless World Cup Day with a virtual panel where they will talk about bringing together leadership to put an end to homelessness.” The news source also reported that “the event will start at 1pm with a showcase of players’ stories and virtual events people around the world can participate in.”
What Michael said about the event:
Sheen said it had been an honour bringing the Homeless World Cup to Wales last year.
He added: “It really can be a transformational experience for some of the most marginalised and excluded people in the world.
“I’m delighted to be involved in these HWC Day discussions and committed to looking for effective ways to tackle issues around homelessness and social exclusion.”
Source: Homeless World Cup and Hampshire Chronicle