INTERNATIONAL DAY OF SPORT FOR DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE

Didier Drogba, Vice-President of Peace and Sport: “The universality of sport brings people together, regardless of ethnic origins, religions or political beliefs”

by | Apr 6, 2021 | Intercultural and interreligious understanding, Reconciliation and co-existence | 0 comments

On October 8, 2005, in Khartoum, Ivory Coast qualified for the first time in its history in the FIFA World Cup. The victory came as civil war raged on and clashes between supporters of Laurent Gbagbo and Alassane Ouattara had left thousands of dead in the country. From the locker room, Didier Drogba invited the players of the selection to kneel down and he called on all Ivorians to lay down their arms and organize elections.

 

Communication and Press Manager at Peace and Sport, I have 5+ years of experience in political affairs, conflict prevention and resolution, and communication. A great part of my work has been conducted in the context of conflict and transition settings.