ABOUT
THE NWSLPA
< A LOOK INTO OUR MISSION >
MISSION.
"We, the players of the NWSL, vow to build on the opportunity that has been afforded to us, as well as work to achieve these goals that have not yet been attained. We honor the vision and progress of those who came before us... Pledge to work with the League and Allocated Players to advance continued improvements in women's soccer... Commit ourselves to doing all in our power for the betterment of our members so that we may best contribute to the common goal: a world-class product on the field, and to be role models and inspire the next generation off the field."
HISTORY.
2017
MAY. > The NWSLPA was officially founded. Yael Averbuch leads launch to help represent all NWSL players who have signed a Standard Player Agreement with the NWSL.
2018
NOV. 15 > The NWSLPA is officially recognized as the exclusive bargaining representative of all professional National Women's Soccer League players who are not allocated. Making the NWSLPA the first labor organization formed by NWSL Players.
2019
JAN. > The NWSLPA hires first ever Executive Director, Yael Averbuch.
APR. > Created 'Player Opportunities and Programs'. The NWSLPA works to create, in conjunction with partners, an 'offers' program designed to advance opportunities, employment, perks, social, and the post-career lives of our members.
2020
JUL. > The NWSLPA worked with the NWSL to become the first professional sports league to return to play amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
2021
MAR. > The NWSLPA began the first ever CBA negations with the NWSL, marking a historic moment for women's soccer in the United States.
APR. > The NWSLPA hired Meghann Burke as Executive Director