The World Cup will test Houston’s capacity to welcome the world at scale. Stephanie Coleman’s public health-centered perspective argues that the city’s best strategy is one built on information, safety, and inclusion from the start.
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Global leadership can sound abstract, but Stephanie Coleman’s vision for Houston makes it tangible. By bringing culture, health, and communication into alignment, the city’s international aspirations become rooted in everyday human experience.
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Juneteenth is a historic reminder that justice delayed can deepen harm rather than soften it. For FIFA, that lesson could help turn 2026’s “No Racism” and “Football Unites the World” campaigns into something more credible and effective.
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The World Cup is built for spectacle, but host cities give it meaning. In Houston, FIFA’s campaigns for peace and education intersect with Juneteenth’s legacy, suggesting that football can do more than entertain—it can help carry a public call for justice.
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Global tournaments often flatten cities into stadium shots and skyline views. In 2026, Houston has a chance to do the opposite by using its seven World Cup matches to spotlight nearby Juneteenth landmarks and the history they hold.
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