EUF's Milestones: What’s New and What’s Next?
Dear Ultimate Community,
As we approach the end of the year, we’re excited to share updates from the recent General Assembly and Board Work Weekend. These events mark a turning point for the European Ultimate Federation as we reflect on accomplishments, welcome new leaders, and set ambitious goals for 2025.
Welcome to the New EUF Board
This year brought changes to the EUF Board, with heartfelt thanks to the members who are stepping down and a warm welcome to the new additions. Here's the updated board lineup:
President: Andrea Furlan (ITA)
Treasurer: Hanna Juhola (FIN)
Secretary: Heidi Pekkola (FIN)
Committee chairs:
Youth & Development: Gabriele Sani (ITA) - merging Youth and Development topics
SOTG: Cem Gürses (TUR)
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Anika Lünsmann (SUI)
Competition: Haude Hermand (FRA)
Athletes: Rachel Tosnerova (CZE)
Communication & Public Relations: Mattias Ahlgren (SWE)
We deeply thank Mark Kendall and Ted Beute for their dedicated service and contributions to EUF. Their efforts have made a lasting impact on our community.
Votes from the General Assembly
Two significant policies were approved during the General Assembly, reflecting our commitment to fostering inclusivity and accountability:
Gender Inclusion Policy: Formerly referred to as the transgender policy, this revised framework aims to ensure that everyone can participate in Ultimate in a way that aligns with their identity, reinforcing our values of inclusivity and fairness. Gender Inclusion Policy 2024.pdf
Code of Conduct v.0.9: A preliminary version of the Code of Conduct was approved, providing clear guidance on behaviour expectations and accountability within our community. Summary of Sanctions for Infringements of EUF Values V0.9.pdf
Mission Statements
During the Board Work Weekend, we outlined mission statements for five key departments, each aligned with EUF's overarching goals:
Events:
Our mission is to run championships for all athletes that are fair, accessible, and visible by developing quality standards, internal know-how, and sustainable networks.Youth and Development:
Our mission is to attract a diverse and inclusive community to develop skills for life and an active lifestyle by promoting our values at sports events, sharing our knowledge, and increasing the visibility of Ultimate.Streaming and Media:
Our mission is to create a sustainable communication and media strategy for European Ultimate that will increase visibility, promote our values, and inspire a shared passion by telling meaningful stories for and about our community.Internal Organisation:
Our mission is to ensure an inviting and empowering environment for our volunteers and staff by creating sustainable structures and a thriving, motivating culture.Strengthening Values:
Our mission is to retain and promote Spirit of the Game and a culture of diversity & inclusion for the community to embrace as the core values of European Ultimate by providing the appropriate guidance and tools.
Looking Ahead to 2025: Exciting Initiatives on the Horizon
As we gear up for an incredible year, here are three exciting developments that will shape the future of Ultimate in Europe:
Partnerships
We’re excited to introduce Mike Piechura, our new Partnership Manager. Mike brings a wealth of experience to the role, and his focus will be on developing mutually beneficial relationships that support Ultimate’s growth across Europe.
Partnership opportunities include:
Event sponsorships and branding.
Development program funding.
Media and broadcasting collaborations.
If you or your organisation are interested in partnering with EUF, Mike would love to hear from you! Reach out at damike@ultimatefederation.eu.
Broadcasting: Elevating Ultimate’s Visibility
We’re currently seeking a Broadcasting Manager to join the EUF team. This role will shape how Ultimate is presented to audiences across Europe and beyond.
Why is this important?
Broadcasting enhances the visibility of events and showcases the spirit of Ultimate.
It helps attract new players, fans, and sponsors by telling compelling stories about our community.
Quality broadcasts strengthen connections within our growing Ultimate family.
If you’re passionate about media and storytelling, consider applying for this exciting opportunity! Details can be found on the EUF website.
We’re excited to take these steps forward together and can’t wait to share more updates soon!
For any questions or feedback, feel free to reach out to us at office@ultimatefederation.eu.
Thank you for your continued support, and here’s to an incredible year ahead!
