Badminton Malta at the Badminton Europe Forum & AGM

Badminton Malta recently participated in the Badminton Europe Confederation (BEC) Members Forum and Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Belgrade, Serbia. This important event brought together leaders and representatives from the European badminton community to discuss the sport’s development, governance, and future direction.

Key topics addressed during the forum included:

• Physical Activity Across Generations: Discussions focused on promoting badminton as a lifelong sport, with initiatives designed to engage players of all ages, from youth development programs to opportunities for senior players.

• Gender Quotas: The forum highlighted the importance of gender equality in sports, emphasizing the need for gender quotas within governance and participation structures to ensure equal representation and opportunities for women at all levels of badminton.

• Solibad’s Charitable Work: The event also showcased Solibad’s efforts in using badminton to support social development projects globally, underscoring the positive impact the sport can have on communities.

• Board Member Elections: One of the key components of the AGM was the election of board members. Mario Carulla Schultz from the Spanish Badminton Federation was elected to the BEC board, bringing his expertise to the leadership team.

• Participation of Badminton Malta: Badminton Malta was represented by President Owen Grech and General Secretary Joanne Cassar, demonstrating the importance of contributions from all federations, including smaller nations, in shaping the future of European badminton.

• Governance and Future Planning: The AGM also covered reports from the previous year, financial statements, strategic plans, budgets, and rule changes, all of which will influence the development of badminton in Europe moving forward.

The participation of Badminton Malta at this event reflects our commitment to the growth, inclusivity, and social responsibility of the sport. The discussions and outcomes from the forum and AGM provide valuable insights that will help guide the future of European badminton, and Badminton Malta looks forward to contributing to its continued success.