At AFFA, we believe that football is more than a game — it is a platform for teamwork, fairness and opportunity for everyone in Azerbaijan. Our mission is to build a sustainable and inclusive football-ecosystem, one that inspires and unites people of all ages.
In line with this mission, we have established this confidential channel to ensure that any concerns regarding integrity, fairness or ethical conduct can be raised safely and treated seriously.
Why this channel exists
- To protect the integrity of the sport and of our organisation.
- To give voice to players, coaches, officials, clubs, supporters and anyone involved in our football environment.
- To ensure that issues which may undermine our values are identified, addressed and resolved.
What you can report
You may report, for example:
You may report, for example:
- Corruption, bribery or match-fixing
- Discrimination, harassment or bullying in any football-related context
- Violations of rules, regulations or the code of our federation
- Any behaviour which threatens safety, fairness or the reputation of football
Confidentiality and protection
Your submission will be handled with strict confidentiality. You can choose to remain anonymous. AFFA ensures that no one who acts in good faith will suffer retaliation. We are committed to responsible follow-up, fair investigation and corrective action when necessary.
Your submission will be handled with strict confidentiality. You can choose to remain anonymous. AFFA ensures that no one who acts in good faith will suffer retaliation. We are committed to responsible follow-up, fair investigation and corrective action when necessary.
How to proceed
When you are ready, use the secure system to submit your concern. Please provide as much detail as you can (date, place, persons involved) and be as clear as possible. Even if you are unsure, your voice matters — every report helps us build a stronger, fairer environment for football in Azerbaijan.
Our promise
As AFFA, we pledge:
- To treat every matter seriously and impartially.
- To protect all individuals who raise concerns.
- To foster a football culture grounded in integrity, respect and opportunity for all.
Thank you for safeguarding the future of football in Azerbaijan.
Together, we can ensure the game remains open, safe and fair for every player, club and fan.
How our whistleblower system helps protect your privacy
- No identifying information is provided to the contacts.
- Your message will be stylometrically redacted to provide you with an even higher level of anonymity. We remove all punctuation and convert all words to lowercase.
- All information is end-to-end encrypted, so your sensitive information remains safe.
What you can do to protect yourself
- You are not on the corporate network (Internet/VPN).
- You should not use a device (smartphone, computer, etc) that is provided by your employer.
- You should not use the kinds of idioms or abbreviations that you frequently use in conversations or when writing emails.