Association of Sports Federations Society (ASFS) launched

The Association of Sports Federations Society (ASFS), comprising members affiliated to a number of well-established sports federations and registered with the Registrar of Companies was introduced to the sports loving public of Sri Lanka, through an event held at its registered address at Alwis Place, Colombo 3 on Wednesday (29). 

The main objective of the ASFS is to get all those involved in administering sports in Sri Lanka to come together to create a multi sports culture and by these means, to develop and enhance the concept of 'Sports for All'. 

To be successful in achieving these challenging and important tasks, the principles of transparency, accountability in governance and strengthening of stake holdings and partnerships must be brought to the forefront, without giving priority to any personal agendas. 

Through the active participation of the ASFS, it is expected to provide support and advise to all members of Sports Associations which are practicing any sport registered with the Ministry of Sports in Sri Lanka, to overcome practical issues being faced by them with regard to popularising and developing their respective sports and to become a voice of support for them. 

"There are over 60 sports associations and federations affiliated to the Ministry of Sports, and through ASFS, it is expected that all these bodies become comprehensive in administration, governance, transparency and accountability in sports. The ASFS will have regular dialogues at least quarterly every year, so that there is a platform for discussion and sharing thoughts and views," Rohan Fernando, the Founder President, stated. 

All sports federations affiliated to the Ministry of Sports and or the respective international federations can become members of ASFS. The founder members of the ASFS represent Sri Lanka Archery Association, Sri Lanka Athletics Association, Sri Lanka Boxing Federation, Sri Lanka Canoeing Association, Sri Lanka Fencing Association, Football Federation of Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka Modern Pentathlon Association, Sri Lanka Rowing Association and Sri Lanka Winter Sports Association. 

Representing the Ministry of Sports, Dhammika Muthugala, the Director General of Sports made his presence at the ASFA launch.