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European Commission launches Expert Group Network for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse

By Laura Hardman on January 16, 2026
On 13 January, the European Commission officially launched its Expert Group Network for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse, bringing together policymakers, practitioners, academics, and youth representatives to strengthen prevention across the EU. The Network will serve as a hub of expertise and guidance for the European Commission, supporting efforts to prevent child sexual abuse […]
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Cyprus takes over the Presidency of the EU Council

By Strobach on January 9, 2026
On 1 January, Cyprus assumed the Presidency of the Council of the European Union, presenting a programme centred on the concept of autonomy across security, economic, external and social policies. The programme emphasises Europe’s ability to act independently on the global stage, alongside continued support for Ukraine, effective migration management, strengthened partnerships with neighbouring regions, […]
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SAFE HARBOUR celebrates its first year of implementation

By Laura Hardman on January 9, 2026
The SAFE HARBOUR project has successfully completed its first year of implementation, marked by strong cooperation, expert exchanges, and peer-to-peer dialogue across the European sport ecosystem. A key milestone was reached in December 2025 with the submission of the SAFE HARBOUR GAP Report, which provides an evidence-based assessment of safeguarding structures, procedures, and response mechanisms […]
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Commission supports physical activity to prevent cardiovascular diseases

By Laura Hardman on January 5, 2026
On Tuesday, 16 December, the European Commission presented a package of measures to support the prevention of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death and disability in the EU, affecting 62 million people and causing 1.7 million deaths each year. Risk factors are rising: over half of adults and one-third of […]
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European Parliament’s CULT Committee and Committee of the Regions consulted stakeholders on the future Erasmus+ programme

By Laura Hardman on December 15, 2025
On 10 December, the CULT Committee kicked off a series of consultations on the Erasmus+ Programme 2028-2034 with a session on Erasmus+ Sport. Rapporteur Bogdan Zdrojewski (EPP, Poland) welcomed the representatives of sport, research and agencies by setting the scene before handing over to the incoming Cypriot Presidency, European Commission’s Directorate General for Education, Youth, […]
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European Parliament FEMM Committee discusses 2025 Gender Equality Index

By Laura Hardman on December 5, 2025
The European Parliament’s Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality (FEMM) met on 2 December to discuss the 2025 Gender Equality Index. The Committee President, Lina Galvez (S&D, Spain), welcomed Carlien Scheele, Director of the European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE), who presented the new Index highlighting disparities across the dimensions knowledge, money, health, work, […]
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Discussion in the European Parliament highlights need for financing of sport infrastructure

By Laura Hardman on December 5, 2025
On 2 December, the European Parliament hosted the event “From Playground to Olympus – Financing Europe’s Sport Future,” organised by the MEP Nikolina Brnjac (Croatia, EPP). In her opening speech, MEP Brnjac, former Sports Minister of Croatia stressed that sport infrastructure must focus on everyday community spaces that give all children and citizens access to […]
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SAFE HARBOUR project presented at the EU Network for children’s rights meeting

By Laura Hardman on December 1, 2025
On 25 November 2025, the SAFE HARBOUR project was presented at the 7th Meeting of the EU Network for Children’s Rights by the EOC EU Office and the IOC. The presentation formed part of a session on protecting children from violence and promoting their well-being, bringing together representatives from EU institutions, Member States, and civil […]
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European Commission assesses progress on tackling online piracy of sports and live events

By Laura Hardman on November 21, 2025
The European Commission has published its assessment of the 2023 Recommendation on combating online piracy of sports and other live events. While acknowledging some positive developments, such as broader use of dynamic blocking injunctions in several Member States and stronger cooperation between national authorities through the EU Intellectual Property Office (IPO) network, the Commission concludes […]
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European Evening of Sport reinforces partnership between EU and Olympic Movement

By Strobach on November 18, 2025
BRUSSELS, 17 November 2025 - The EOC EU Office hosted the 7th European Evening of Sport, bringing together more than 300 leaders from the Olympic Movement, European institutions, and the wider sporting family. The event, held at the Representation of the State of Baden-Württemberg to the European Union, celebrated shared values and strengthened cooperation between […]
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