The FIVB is committed to protecting and promoting the gender balance that is inherent in the sport. Across all major competitions, equal prize money and match formats promote a level playing field, while data from Nielsen consumer research demonstrates that the women’s and men’s game are equally popular among fans. And fans worldwide will have an opportunity to see the best of women’s volleyball at this year’s FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship which will be co-hosted by the Netherlands and Poland.