FIFA’s approach is grounded in its Statutes, the FIFA Human Rights Policy and the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights...implements a comprehensive human rights due diligence process which identifies, prevents, mitigates and accounts for potential adverse impacts directly linked to its operations and business relationships.

For the FIFA World Cup 2026™, this approach is being operationalised through a structured Human Rights Framework, supported by ongoing risk assessments, stakeholder engagement...

FIFA recognises that the delivery of a global event of this scale involves complex and varied local contexts...actively engages with governmental counterparts to promote alignment with internationally recognised human rights standards in areas connected to tournament-related activities. Within FIFA-controlled sites and operations, measures are in place to ensure that event regulations and security protocols are applied in a proportionate and non-discriminatory manner.

A zero-tolerance approach to discrimination underpins FIFA’s competitions, supported by regulatory frameworks, operational protocols and ongoing engagement with civil society and expert organisations to help inform and strengthen safeguards. In parallel, FIFA continues to enhance reporting and grievance mechanisms...

Engagement with stakeholders remains a central component of FIFA’s approach, contributing to ongoing learning and continuous improvement across all aspects of tournament planning and delivery.

...An updated Human Rights Activity Update for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ is currently in preparation and will be made publicly available in due course...