Chapter 8: Sustainability in Sports Organizations in Egypt

The Egyptian state is keen to support efforts, to achieve a sustainable development strategy, and to ensure a better future. This is clearly embodied in the sustainable development strategy of Egypt’s Vision 2030, in various sectors and economic and social fields. At the level of projects and programs related to the sports field, the Egyptian state pays great attention to sustainable development programs according to a systematic plan. It is keen to qualify young people for requirements of the labor market, spread the culture of self-employment, and implement rehabilitation initiatives for employment. The following points identified that contribute to developing sustainability of sports organizations: developing and improving the infrastructure of sports facilities; promoting and securing adequate funding for sports organizations through government agencies, private companies, or sponsors. Practices used by sports organizations: mechanisms for implementing proposed vision for developing sustainability in Egypt sports organizations: establishing a clear strategic vision for developing future services and activities, developing strategic alternatives and alternative scenarios to confront changes, and developing policies and strategies to work according to needs. Challenges sports field in Egypt: Lack of awareness, about the importance of sustainable development in sports field and its effects on environment and society; lack of funding available to implement projects and programs that aim to promote sustainable development in sports field. Conclusions: Providing financial and moral support and support to investors in the sports field, providing the necessary government funding to develop sports facilities, and strengthening cooperation by all ministries.