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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 […]

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, […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

EU27 NOC Presidents and EOC Executive Committee discuss the future of European sports policy with European Commissioner for Sport Glenn Micallef

By Strobach on November 17, 2025

BRUSSELS, 17 November 2025 - The Presidents of the National Olympic Committees (NOCs) of EU Member States, together with members of the European Olympic Committees (EOC) Executive Committee, today met with EU Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Youth, Culture and Sport Glenn Micallef prior to the European Evening of Sport. The meeting formed part of the […]

Commission's proposals to strengthen EU democracy and protect civil society

By Laura Hardman on November 14, 2025

The European Commission has presented the European Democracy Shield and the EU Strategy for Civil Society, two major initiatives designed to reinforce democratic resilience and civic engagement across the Union. The EU Strategy for Civil Society aims to foster engagement, strengthen protection, and ensure sustainable funding for civil society organisations. It includes the creation […]

EU Funding Tricks on Project Implementation

By Laura Hardman on November 7, 2025

On 6 November 2025, the EOC EU Office hosted its 11th EU Funding Webinar, focusing on Tips & Tricks on Project Implementation. The session brought together 27 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) and 6 Federations from among the EOC EU Office partner network to explore how to turn approved EU-funded projects into impactful and lasting initiatives. […]

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