The FIVB Legal Commission, under President Rogerio Oliveira and with the support of Secretary Alain Fischbacher, has been unwavering in its mission to promote the highest standards of governance within volleyball. Their recent meetings, conducted in a hybrid format to accommodate global participation, centered on reaffirming their dedication to principles of good governance, transparency, and integrity. The commission reviewed important updates to the FIVB Regulations and the newly approved CAVB Constitution, signifying a continuous effort to align volleyball’s governance with global best practices.

Dr. Ary S. Graça F°, President of FIVB, highlighted the significant progress made in governance reforms, including the introduction of term limits, Board of Administration elections, gender equality, and athlete representation. These reforms have not only enhanced the credibility and transparency of the federation but also contributed to the FIVB’s improved governance score in the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF) Fourth Review of International Federation Governance.

Moreover, the European Legal Commission (ELC) held its plenary meeting, focusing on improving the regulatory framework and governance within the CEV (European Volleyball Confederation). Topics discussed included candidature checklists for the upcoming CEV General Assembly, legal perspectives on recent European Court of Justice rulings, and modifications to competition regulations across volleyball, beach volleyball, and snow volleyball.

These concerted efforts across the FIVB and its regional bodies underscore a collective commitment to maintaining high governance standards, ensuring the sport’s integrity, and securing its legacy for future generations.