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Shaping Policy Through Evidence and Global Collaboration

Effective policies are essential to unlocking the full potential of sport, physical activity and physical education.

ICSSPE works with governments, international organisations, sport bodies, academic institutions and civil society to promote policies that are informed by scientific evidence, guided by international cooperation and focused on creating lasting social impact.

As the world’s leading international non-governmental organisation dedicated to sport science and physical education, ICSSPE serves as a trusted platform where research, education and policy come together. We help ensure that scientific knowledge informs decision-making and that policy responds to the evolving needs of communities worldwide.

What We Do

Promote evidence-informed policy

ICSSPE advocates for policies that are grounded in robust scientific research and international best practice. We support decision-makers by translating research into practical recommendations that strengthen sport, education and public health systems.

Foster international dialogue

Global challenges require global solutions. ICSSPE provides neutral platforms for governments, researchers, international organisations and sport leaders to exchange knowledge, discuss emerging issues and develop collaborative approaches to shared priorities.

Contribute to global agendas

ICSSPE actively contributes to international discussions on the role of sport and physical activity in advancing education, health, inclusion, human rights and sustainable development. Through partnerships with organisations such as UNESCO, the World Health Organization (WHO), the Council of Europe and other international stakeholders, we help ensure that sport remains a recognised driver of positive social change.

Support good governance

Strong organisations build stronger sport systems. ICSSPE promotes principles of transparency, accountability, ethical leadership and good governance, encouraging policies that foster integrity, safeguarding and long-term sustainability across the sport sector.

Facilitate international cooperation

Our global network brings together organisations from every continent, creating opportunities for cross-sector collaboration, policy exchange and collective action. By connecting diverse perspectives, ICSSPE helps address complex challenges that no single organisation or country can solve alone.

Our Policy Priorities

ICSSPE supports policies that advance:

  • Quality Physical Education
  • Physical Activity for Health
  • Sport Science and Innovation
  • Physical Literacy
  • Safe Sport and Athlete Welfare
  • Inclusion and Disability Sport
  • Gender Equality in Sport
  • Good Governance and Integrity
  • Sustainable Development through Sport
  • International Cooperation and Capacity Building

A Global Voice for Sport, Science and Physical Education

For more than six decades, ICSSPE has brought together leading experts and organisations to shape the future of sport and physical activity.

Through advocacy, international partnerships and policy dialogue, we continue to champion evidence-informed decision-making that strengthens education, improves health, advances inclusion and promotes sustainable development worldwide.

Together, we are helping shape policies that create healthier, more active and more equitable societies.