Profile
An established writer and speaker, Gavin has delivered publications, podcasts and lectures on topics as wide ranging as Australian and Asian Football Diplomacy and sports policy and practice in major nations. A keen football, table tennis and futsal player, he is a devoted follower of Newport County F.C., Cymru – Welsh national football and rugby union teams, Dragons R.F.C. , Melbourne Victory F.C. and the Socceroos – Australian national football team.
Gavin Price, Sports Diplomacy MD, Sport and Health Sciences, Sports DiplomacyWales-Cymru is already a leading player in global sports diplomacy and cultural relations, thanks to a collaborative Team Wales approach between the Welsh Government, businesses, academia, sports sector, and civil society. With successful international engagement programs at events like the 2022 FIFA World Cup and 2023 Rugby World Cup, as well as existing relationships with partner nations, cities, and regions, Wales is well-positioned to generate knowledge exchange. Its progressive policy agenda and significant global sporting footprint make it a compelling destination to attract conferences, trade, culture and political delegations, and prestigious events like the World Congress on Sports Diplomacy or Australia-UK sports diplomacy dialogue."
