ICSSPE/CIEPSS

Yesterday, ICSSPE President Prof. Dr. Annette Hofmann and Executive Director Patrick Stolpmann met in Düsseldorf with Andrea Milz, State Secretary for Sport of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), Germany.

The meeting offered a valuable opportunity to explore potential synergies between ICSSPE and the state of NRW, and to discuss how ICSSPE’s international expertise in sport science, physical education and sport policy can contribute to further strengthening the sport sector in the region.

The exchange focused on avenues for collaboration in advancing sport policy development and implementation, promoting inclusive and values-based sport, strengthening the connection between research, education and practice, and supporting international exchange and capacity development initiatives.

As a globally connected organisation headquartered in Germany, ICSSPE is committed to contributing its knowledge network and experience to support regional, national and international sport development. We thank State Secretary Andrea Milz for the constructive and forward-looking dialogue and look forward to continuing the conversation.

🌍 Stronger Together: Empowering youth leaders through grassroots sport

We are proud to announce the completion of the “Stronger Together: Creating Youth Champions to Transform Communities through Grassroots Sport” project and the launch of the second edition of the "Let’s Get Moving Together!" toolkit.

Implemented in 2024–2025 with the support of the UNESCO Participation Programme, the project brought together a co-hort of youth leaders from Namibia, Zambia and South Africa, strengthening their capacity to design and deliver safe, inclusive and welcoming grassroots sport initiatives in their communities.

✨ What’s new in the second edition?

A brand-new Chapter 6 on intercultural communication in grassroots sport, developed directly from the lived experiences, reflections and feedback of the youth leaders involved in the project. The updated toolkit offers practical, easy-to-use strategies that can be applied immediately at community level.

👉 Swipe to hear directly from the participants about:
🔸 How the project shaped their leadership journey
🔸Why intercultural communication matters in grassroots sport
🔸How the toolkit is already being used in real-life settings

With this second edition, ICSSPE reaffirms its commitment to supporting grassroots sport leaders worldwide with experience-based, practical resources that turn values into action.

📘 Read more about the project and access the second edition of the "Let's Get Moving Together!" toolkit here: https://www.icsspe.org/content/%E2%80%9Cstronger-together%E2%80%9D-project-and-launches-second-edition-let%E2%80%99s-get-moving-together-toolkit

Speaker Announcement 📣

In the spirit of the Olympic Day celebrated today, June 23, we are excited to announce that Prof. Pierre-Olaf Schut, Professor at Gustave Eiffel University (France), will join our upcoming Global Teaching Excellence online session, hosted by ICSSPE in collaboration with the Ludwigsburg University of Education, Sport Department.

As a late celebration of the Olympic Day, this session will continue the global conversation on the values and future of the Olympic Movement.

Prof. Schut will join our panel discussion on “Balancing Gold and Green: Sustainability Challenges of the Olympic Games”:
🗓 02. July 2025
🕓 02:00 PM (CEST)

A leading voice in Olympic legacy research, Prof. Schut is currently conducting an impact study on swimming in the Seine, a key environmental promise of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. This ambitious initiative fulfills a 20-year-old political commitment and involves the launch of three public bathing sites in summer 2025, following major infrastructure and environmental investments. His work explores how Olympic commitments translate into real, lasting change for host cities and citizens.

Join us for this timely discussion on how mega-events like the Olympics can drive, or challenge, urban sustainability goals.

🔗 Register for free here: https://lnkd.in/eNmuTK7q

Speaker Announcement 📣

We are pleased to welcome Prof Dr Daniel Svensson, Associate Professor of Sport Science at Malmö University, as a panellist in our upcoming Global Teaching Excellence online session, hosted by ICSSPE in collaboration with the Ludwigsburg University of Education, Sport Department.

Dr. Svensson will join the panel discussion on “Balancing Gold and Green: Sustainability Challenges of the Olympic Games”
🗓 02. July 2025
🕓 02:00 PM (CEST)

Dr. Svensson’s research explores the intersection of sustainable development and elite sport, with particular attention to the tensions between performance-driven logics and environmental responsibility.

In this session, he will critically examine how the relentless pursuit of athletic performance, a core value of the Olympic movement, can conflict with the principles of sustainability. Drawing on historical and contemporary case studies, he will reflect on how elite sport might evolve to meet the demands of a climate-conscious future.

Dr. Svensson brings a unique perspective that bridges sport history, environmental humanities, and sustainability science, offering fresh insights into the complex relationship between mega-events like the Olympics and global environmental goals.

Don’t miss the chance to hear from a leading scholar at the forefront of sustainable sport research!

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Speaker Announcement 📣

We are excited to announce that Jeffrey Levine, J.D., Ph.D., Associate Clinical Professor at Drexel University (Philadelphia, USA), will be joining our upcoming Global Teaching Excellence online session hosted by ICSSPE, in collaboration with the Ludwigsburg University of Education, Sport Department.

Dr. Levine will contribute to the panel discussion: “Balancing Gold and Green: Sustainability Challenges of the Olympic Games”
🗓 02. July 2025
🕓 02:00 PM (CEST)

Dr. Levine’s research focuses on the intersection of sustainability, human development, and law in both traditional sport and esports industries. He will explore ongoing research into the environmental sustainability provisions in Olympic Host City Contracts, examining whether these commitments function as enforceable legal obligations, or operate more symbolically as tools of reputational legitimacy.

Drawing on sociolegal theory, Dr. Levine critically investigates the legal and governance architecture surrounding major sport events, with particular attention to how institutions like the IOC respond to growing climate scrutiny and stakeholder expectations. His work also addresses climate-related disruptions in sport, such as wildfire smoke and air quality risks, and analyzes the emerging role of legislation like California’s Climate Accountability Package in shaping sport organizations’ environmental responsibilities.

Dr. Levine is also a contributor to the Sustainable Sport Management (SSM) Programme, a pan-European ERASMUS+ research initiative, and serves on the Societal Impact Action Group at Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leading voice on sustainability and legal accountability in global sport!

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🌍 On 13 May 2025, ICSSPE successfully hosted the first online expert session of the "Stronger Together: Creating Youth Champions to Transform Communities through Grassroots Sport" project, co-funded by the UNESCO Participation Programme.

This virtual gathering brought together 12 inspiring young leaders from Namibia, Zambia, and South Africa, all dedicated to harnessing the power of sport for inclusion, empowerment, and social change.

💬 Highlights from the session included:
- Testimonies from youth leaders and alumni of the first project.
- Insights into the development and implementation of the "Let’s Get Moving Together!" toolkit.
- Dynamic discussions where participants shared motivations, challenges, and their visions for impact.

This initiative reflects ICSSPE’s ongoing commitment to inclusive, youth-led development and supports UNESCO’s mission to amplify youth voices in shaping sustainable futures.

For more information, read the full article here: https://www.icsspe.org/content/stronger-together-project-holds-first-official-session-empowering-youth-leaders-sport

What role can physical activity play in shaping the cities of tomorrow? 🚲

Join ICSSPE and all PACTE+ partners on April 16th for the final webinar of the PACTE+ project: "Shaping Tomorrow’s Cities: Physical Activity as a Driver of Urban Transformation". Discover how urban spaces can be transformed to promote more active, healthy, and sustainable lifestyles.

📅 Date: April 16, 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00–12:30 (CEST)
🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eutPjUJ9

Let’s work together to create cities that move!



Think tank Sport et Citoyenneté
Ville d'Angers
Stadt Graz
Fredrikstad kommune
TAFISA
European Cyclists' Federation

University of Munich
Limerick Sports Partnership
Federation for Company Sport - EFCS

Make your sports organisation more inclusive! 🏃‍♀️‍➡️

Want to create a sports environment where women thrive? The GAP Women Online Course is here to help! This free course provides practical strategies to increase women’s participation in sport and build a more equitable and diverse organisation.

Why take this course?
- Learn how to attract and retain more women in sport
- Get tailored solutions for your club or organisation
- Gain insights in just 60–90 minutes

Available in 6 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese & Spanish.

Be the change! Start the course today here: https://lnkd.in/ea9dVJxu

This course is part of the GAP Women project, where ICSSPE is proud to support gender equality in sport.


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Think tank Sport et Citoyenneté
ENGSO
ISCA - International Sport and Culture Association
European Table Tennis Union
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Calle, Agencia de ideas

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Discover the 'Outworx' Station: Graz's Initiative for Active Living! 🏃‍♀️‍➡️

Looking for ways to boost physical activity in urban areas? Explore Graz, Austria's 'Outworx' stations, strategically placed in parks and public spaces to provide residents with free 10-20 minute workouts.

This innovative approach makes staying active and healthy accessible to all.

Discover more about this initiative and other inspiring examples on the PACTE+ project's website, dedicated to promoting active cities across Europe: https://www.pacteproject.com/ressources/



Think tank Sport et Citoyenneté
Stadt Graz
Fredrikstad kommune
European Cyclists' Federation
TAFISA
Ville d'Angers
Sports Partnership

University of Munich
Federation For Company Sport - EFCS

Engaging Cities for Active Lifestyles 🏃‍♀️‍➡️

Yesterday, ICSSPE participated in the PACTE+ Academic Workshop in Munich, an event focused on fostering active cities across Europe.

Organized by the Technical University of Munich, the workshop provided a platform to explore the key barriers and enablers for promoting active lifestyles in urban environments.

Key highlights from the event:
- Presentation of the impact assessment results and insights from interviews with representatives from the cities involved in this project.
- Discussion on Munich's Mobility Strategy 2035, addressing stakeholder collaboration, implementation strategies, and mobility challenges.
- Collaborative group reflections on recommendations for action to support active urban environments.

ICSSPE is proud to be part of PACTE+, contributing to the development of strategies that help cities create healthier and more active schools and communities.

Learn more about the project and the PACTE+ Matrix here 👉 https://www.pacteproject.com



Think tank Sport et Citoyenneté
Sports Partnership
Ville d'Angers
Stadt Graz
Fredrikstad kommune
TAFISA
European Cyclists' Federation

University of Munich
Federation For Company Sport - EFCS

How can you accelerate the participation of girls and women in your sports organisation?

Join the GAP Women Online Course — a free learning opportunity designed to equip you with strategies to reduce gender inequality and engage more women in sport!

📚 What will you learn?
- Innovative approaches to attract more women to your club
- Practical solutions tailored to your organisation’s needs

🔍 Course details:
🕒 Duration: 60–90 minutes
🌍 Available in 6 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese & Spanish

Take the first step toward a more inclusive sports environment! Start the course now 👉 https://gapwomen.ufec.cat/online-course

This course is part of the GAP Women project, where ICSSPE is a partner in advancing gender equality in sport.



Unió de Federacions Esportives de Catalunya
La Calle | Agencia de Ideas
Aps Asd Margherita Sport e Vita
ISCA - International Sport and Culture Association
ENGSO
Federació Catalana d'Activitats Subaquàtiques
European Table Tennis Union
Think tank Sport et Citoyenneté