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Record number of applications for #BeActive EU Sport Awards 2025

By Laura Hardman on October 3, 2025
The 2025 edition of the #BeActive EU Sport Awards has broken all previous records, receiving an impressive 279 applications from across Europe; representing an increase of 173 proposals compared to 2024. Organised by the European Commission to reward excellence in sport promotion, the Awards aim to spotlight outstanding initiatives that support active lifestyles at local, […]
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10 years of #BeActive celebrated at European Week of Sport opening in Copenhagen

By Laura Hardman on September 26, 2025
September marked the 10th anniversary of the European Week of Sport and its #BeActive campaign, inspiring over 353,000 events and 103 million participants across 42 countries. At the opening in Copenhagen, Commissioner Glenn Micallef urged Europeans to “scroll less and move more” and called for more Erasmus+ opportunities for sport organisations to tackle inactivity. The […]
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Panel discussion by MEP Carberry demonstrates the necessity of EU funding for local sport initiatives

By Laura Hardman on September 26, 2025
Marking the European Week of Sport, MEP Nina Carberry (EPP, Ireland) hosted a debate on how to address barriers to physical activity on 23 September. With nearly half of European adults not engaging in regular exercise, the discussion underlined the urgent need for stronger EU action. Giorgio Guazzugli Marini, Head of the European Commission’s Sport […]
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Sport organisations active for sustainability called to sign Green Sport Manifesto

By Laura Hardman on September 19, 2025
The Green Sport Manifesto was officially launched on 11 September. Developed by the Green Sport Community of Practice of the European Commission’s “SHARE 2.0 Initiative”, this document aims to help sport organisations highlight their commitment to sustainability and foster a community of engaged sports actors. The Manifesto encourages sport organisations to establish sustainability governance structures, create strategies […]
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Start of the feedback period on the Commission’s initiative to reinforce the European Sport Model

By Laura Hardman on September 19, 2025
The European Commission’s consultation period for its communication “A strategic vision for sport in Europe: reinforcing the European Sport Model” commenced on 15 September. Since Wednesday, stakeholders can articulate their perspectives on the strategic vision of organised sport as a public good in Europe. In practice, sport stakeholders are invited to provide input on the […]
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OCEAN Sport CO2 Calculator presented to UN Sports for Climate Action Framework signatories

By Laura Hardman on September 12, 2025
The OCEAN Sport CO₂ Calculator was presented to signatories of the UN Sports for Climate Action Framework by the EOC EU Office (coordinator) and the Öko-Institut (scientific partner). A live demonstration of the calculator drew significant interest from the International Federations, national sports organisations and clubs attending the webinar. Available since July 2025, the tool […]
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Vice-President Mînzatu highlights Erasmus+ in an exchange with the CULT Committee

By Laura Hardman on September 12, 2025
During an exchange of views with the European Parliament’s Committee on Culture and Education (CULT), the Commission’s Executive Vice-President (EVP), Roxana Mînzatu, highlighted education, skills, and youth as central pillars of Erasmus+ within the upcoming Multiannual Financial Framework for 2028 to 2034. She presented Erasmus+ as a flagship programme, structured around three core pillars: reaching […]
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European Parliament opposes potential cuts for Erasmus+ in 2026

By Laura Hardman on September 9, 2025
At its meeting on 1 September, the European Parliament’s Committee on Culture and Education (CULT) discussed the draft Opinion for the Resolution on the 2026 EU budget. Members opposed budget cuts proposed by the Council as this would further undermine an already underfunded area, which societal role is essential, in particular for young people. The […]
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Results of the Erasmus+ Sport 2025 are out!

By Laura Hardman on September 9, 2025
On 25 August, the European Commission’s Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) - which manages the Erasmus+ Sport programme - published the results of the Erasmus+ Sport 2025 calls (Key Action 2). In 2025, EACEA has selected 350 projects for funding - which reflects a 16% increase compared to 2024, including: 124 Cooperation Partnerships 185 Small-scale Cooperation Partnerships 28 Not-for-profit European Sports Events including […]
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JOB OFFER: Director of the European Olympic Committees EU Office (Brussels)

By Strobach on September 2, 2025
The European Olympic Committees (EOC) is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director to lead its EU Office in Brussels. In close collaboration with a skilled and motivated team, the Director will be responsible for the overall management, advocacy, and strategic development of the Office, ensuring its operational efficiency, financial sustainability, and enhanced visibility.    Key […]
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