The workshop, which takes place from 10th - 13th June, will give the region's national associations the opportunity to find out how to structure the development of the sport in the Caribbean and build relationships with stakeholders, as well as gaining an insight into the structures and responsibilities of, and relationships between, the various levels of football in England (national associations, regional associations, leagues, clubs).

Graham Noakes, FA Director of Football Administration & Refereeing (pictured below) will focus on regulations, such as player registrations, contracts and transfers, the role of agents and competition rules, while Mark Ives, FA County Business Development Manager, will outline how The FA has helped its County Football Associations to structure themselves and plan their businesses.

In addition, Manchester United director and sports law specialist Maurice Watkins will highlight the increasing complexity of both players' contracts and the FIFA regulations for the transfer of players, and discuss the commercial and administrative issues involved in the creation of the FA Premier League.

 

This year is the third year in The FA's agreement with CONCACAF which has seen the English game provide assistance in all aspects of the game, from coaching and refereeing courses to marketing and administration workshops.

The FA's International Development Programme is active is all six confederations around the world, focusing on addressing the specific needs of different regions.

FA International Relations Officer Kim Fisher said: "A central part of our international relations programme is sharing knowledge and expertise with other national associations, and playing an active role in football development around the world.

"We have organised similar workshops in the past which have been extremely successful and well-received, and have provided a valuable learning platform for all parties involved."