The webinar will explore how sport science, physical education and international cooperation can respond to the profound social, technological and geopolitical changes shaping our world.

Rethinking the Future of Sport Science and Physical Education

How can sport science and physical education remain relevant in a world undergoing rapid transformation?

Growing inequalities, technological developments, including the increasing influence of artificial intelligence, evolving public health challenges and geopolitical uncertainty are reshaping the contexts in which sport, physical activity and physical education operate.

These developments raise important questions about the responsibilities of the global sport science community and the role of research, education, policy and professional practice in responding to contemporary challenges.

As these changes continue to unfold, there is a growing need to strengthen collaboration across disciplines, institutions and international networks.

An International Dialogue on Emerging Challenges and Opportunities

This sport science webinar will bring together international perspectives from sport science, physical education, ethics, policy and international cooperation to reflect on emerging priorities and shared responsibilities.

The discussion will explore several interconnected themes:

• Research, policy and practice: Strengthening the translation of scientific knowledge into meaningful policies and practical applications.
• Equity and inclusion: Addressing inequalities and promoting more inclusive opportunities in sport and physical education.
• Technological and societal transformation: Understanding how emerging technologies, artificial intelligence and broader societal changes are influencing the sector.
• International cooperation: Exploring opportunities for greater collaboration and knowledge exchange within the global sport science and physical education community.

Through an open strategic dialogue, the webinar will consider how ICSSPE and its international network can contribute to a more inclusive, evidence-informed and collaborative future.

Meet the Moderator: Prof. Dr. Ruth Crabtree

The webinar will be moderated by Prof. Dr. Ruth Crabtree, Head of the School of Sport and Physical Activity at Sheffield Hallam University, United Kingdom.

Prof. Crabtree is President of the World Association for Sport Management (WASM) and a member of the ICSSPE Executive Board.

With more than 30 years of experience in higher education, she is internationally recognised for her contributions to sport management education, teaching and learning, and the development of educational policy and practice.

Her international work places particular emphasis on teaching excellence, equality, diversity, inclusion and social justice. Her contributions have been recognised through the European Association for Sport Management (EASM) Distinguished Service Award.

Further information about the webinar panellists will be announced shortly.

Webinar Details and Registration

Event: Rethinking Sport Science, Physical Education and International Cooperation in a Changing World

Date: Tuesday, 10 November 2026

Time: 12:30–13:30 CET

Duration: 60 minutes

Format: Online via Microsoft Teams

Moderator: Prof. Dr. Ruth Crabtree

The webinar offers an opportunity for researchers, educators, sport professionals, policymakers and international organisations to reflect on current challenges, exchange perspectives and explore opportunities for future cooperation.

We invite you to join this important international conversation.

Register for the webinar here!

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The ISHPES Congress 2026 brought together more than 100 researchers from over 20 countries, providing an international platform for exchange, discussion, and research on the history of sport and physical education.

National Taiwan Normal University previously hosted the ISHPES Congress in 2013. This year, the university welcomed the international ISHPES community once again under the leadership of Congress Chair Prof. Dr Mei-Chun Lin.

A Long-Standing Partnership Between ICSSPE and ISHPES

ISHPES is a long-standing member of ICSSPE, and the two organisations have maintained a close relationship over many years.

This connection was particularly visible during this year’s Congress, with representatives of ICSSPE contributing to the academic programme and receiving recognition for their work in the field of sport history.

ICSSPE President Delivers Keynote Address

Prof. Dr Annette R. Hofmann, President of ICSSPE, delivered a keynote address entitled:

“She Was Her Own Man: Liselott Diem, an International Advocate for Women’s Sport and Physical Activity”

Her keynote explored the life and contribution of Liselott Diem, a significant figure in the international development of women’s sport and physical activity.

Liselott Diem, the wife of renowned sports politician Carl Diem, made important contributions to international sport organisations during her career. She served as President of the International Association of Physical Education and Sport for Girls and Women (IAPESGW) from 1965 to 1981. In addition, she became a member of the ICSSPE Council in 1965.

Prof. Hofmann’s keynote therefore highlighted an important part of the history shared by the international sport, physical education and women’s sport movements.

Recognition for Prof. Keiko Ikeda

The Congress also marked an important achievement for Prof. Keiko Ikeda, member of the ICSSPE Development Board, who received an ISHPES Award in recognition of her outstanding academic work in sport history.

Prof. Ikeda also delivered a keynote entitled:

“The Itinerary to Explore Headwaters of the New Left’s Cultural Studies and the History of Physical Education and Sport until 2026”

The recognition reflects her significant academic contribution to the study and understanding of sport history.

Strengthening International Academic Cooperation

ICSSPE congratulates Prof. Keiko Ikeda on receiving this distinction and thanks ISHPES and National Taiwan Normal University for bringing together researchers and experts from across the world.

The participation of ICSSPE representatives at the ISHPES Congress 2026 once again demonstrates the importance of collaboration between international organisations, researchers and academic institutions in advancing knowledge and strengthening dialogue across sport, physical education and related fields.

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Hosted by Fontys University of Applied Sciences on behalf of AIESEP, the conference aims to strengthen connections between academic knowledge and everyday professional practice. Alongside traditional research presentations, the programme will feature interactive Research-to-Practice Labs and Match-Making Sessions designed to support knowledge exchange, practical application and new international collaborations.

Call for abstracts opens in September 2026

The call for abstracts will open on 1 September 2026, with submissions accepted until 1 December 2026. Authors will be informed about the outcome of their submissions by 15 February 2027. All proposals must be submitted in English through the conference’s online abstract submission system.

The organisers welcome original and previously unpublished contributions addressing sport pedagogy, physical and health education, physical activity and education across the lifespan. Eligible contributions may include basic and applied research, professional practice, clinical studies, epidemiological research and systematic reviews or meta-analyses.

Conference themes include:

• Pedagogy and meaningful learning in physical education
• Bridging research and everyday teaching practice
• Teacher education, professional learning and mentoring
• Curriculum, assessment and innovation
• Equity, diversity, inclusion and social justice
• Physical activity, health and wellbeing
• Digitalisation, technology and artificial intelligence in physical education
• Policy, leadership and advocacy in physical education and sport

Different formats for research, practice and collaboration

Abstracts may be submitted for oral presentations, poster presentations, symposia, pre-conference sessions, Research-to-Practice Labs and Match-Making Sessions.

Oral presentations will consist of a ten-minute presentation followed by five minutes of discussion. Poster proposals will be presented during dedicated interactive sessions, while symposia will bring together three to six presenters for a 75-minute session addressing a shared theme.

Pre-conference proposals may take the form of workshops, seminars, masterclasses or collaborative working sessions lasting between two and four hours. Research-to-Practice Labs, offered in 45- or 90-minute formats, should enable participants to explore a practical, evidence-informed product or approach, such as an assessment instrument, pedagogical resource, digital application, instructional model or professional-development tool.

Match-Making Sessions will provide up to 45 minutes for participants to introduce new research ideas, methodological initiatives, potential review projects or other proposals for which they are seeking international partners. Most individual abstracts are limited to 300 words and should include three to five keywords. Research abstracts should generally be structured around purpose, methods or approach, results and conclusion.

Submissions will be evaluated according to their relevance to the AIESEP community and conference theme, academic or professional quality, clarity, originality, practical significance and contribution to equity, diversity, inclusion and global perspectives.

Programme and networking opportunities

The conference begins on Monday, 12 July, with pre-conference sessions, an opening ceremony and an informal welcome gathering. The main programme will include symposia, keynote addresses, oral and poster presentations, practical sessions and the AIESEP General Assembly. The names of the keynote speakers will be announced once their participation has been confirmed.

A social programme will complement the academic sessions, including welcome drinks and food trucks, an evening with live music, an inclusive sporting activity and a closing dinner and party on Friday, 16 July. Participation in the sporting activity and closing dinner is included in the conference ticket, although some refreshments and other expenses must be covered individually.

For more details about the event and call for abstracts, please visit the official website here: Home – AIESEP 2027

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Taking place from 14:00 to 18:00, the forum will bring together researchers and educators to examine how learning can extend beyond conventional classrooms and digital environments. Participants will explore educational experiences created through movement, travel, outdoor activities, cultural encounters and direct engagement with people and places.

Reconsidering where and how learning takes place

At the centre of the forum is the idea of “wanderlust”: deliberately turning towards the world itself as a place of learning.

The event approaches educational spaces in a broad sense, encompassing outdoor environments, walking and climbing, tourism, theatre, forests, streets, conversations with unfamiliar people and the creative documentation of lived experiences.

The programme will consider what may be lost as education becomes increasingly shaped by efficiency-driven and screen-based environments. It will also examine what learners can regain by slowing down, moving through physical spaces and engaging directly with different communities, cultures and natural environments.

Drawing on the concept of voluntary simplicity, the forum will investigate how experiences that may initially appear less efficient or technologically sophisticated can nevertheless provide rich educational opportunities. Discussions will address transdisciplinary co-creation, intercultural communication, walking workshops, outdoor and forest education, media production and travel as a means of developing civic and political understanding.

Keynote on Alpine clubs and the history of wanderlust

The keynote address will be delivered by Dr Andreas Brugger of the Montafon Archive at the Montafon Folk Museum Schruns in Vorarlberg, Austria.

His presentation, entitled “The Alpine Clubs in the Eastern Alps between infrastructural development of the mountain environment, transfer of knowledge and ongoing progression of ‘wanderlust’ from the 1860s until World War I,” will explore the historical relationship between mountain environments, knowledge exchange and cultures of travel and exploration.

The forum will be introduced by Professor Keiko Ikeda of Hokkaido University’s Faculty of Education and coordinated by Dale Whitfield of the university’s Institute for Academic Innovation.

Other contributors will include scholars from Hokkaido University, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University and the Montafon Folk Museum, bringing perspectives from education, tourism, media, communication, cultural history and academic innovation.

Event details

Date: Friday, 7 August 2026
Time: 14:00–18:00
Venue: Hokkaido University, Sapporo, Japan
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85238155250?pwd=iQCavkdnJNglLaJb6mqkRVtjtamoEq.1
Meeting ID: 852 3815 5250
Passcode: 937203

The forum is hosted by the Laboratory of Theory of Bodily Culture, Faculty of Education, Hokkaido University, with support from the Sport & Peace UNESCO Club Japan.

For more information refer to the pdf document here Educational_Spaces, or please contact Professor Keiko Ikeda at kikeda@edu.hokudai.ac.jp.

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The 2026 symposium marked ASAPE’s 19th biennial meeting and brought together researchers, educators, practitioners, students and policy-makers working in adapted physical education, adapted physical activity, rehabilitation and exercise science. As the Asian branch of the International Federation of Adapted Physical Activity (IFAPA), ASAPE provides an important platform for advancing equitable opportunities in physical activity and sport for people with disabilities and other special needs.

Ensuring that innovation supports inclusion

Speaking in his roles as ICSSPE Executive Director and Disability Community Liaison for IFAPA, Patrick Stolpmann emphasised that physical activity, physical education and sport must be accessible to everyone, regardless of ability.

His opening remarks addressed the symposium’s theme, “New Tech, New Map,” and the growing potential of technologies such as artificial intelligence, wearable devices, robotics, virtual reality and digital health to support adapted physical activity, rehabilitation, education and participation.

While acknowledging the opportunities created by technological progress, he stressed that innovation should not be treated as an end in itself. New technologies must be developed and applied in ways that are inclusive, ethical and accessible.

He also highlighted the importance of actively involving people with disabilities in the design and implementation of technological solutions. Their lived experiences, priorities and needs must help shape how innovation is used in physical education, sport and rehabilitation.

“Technology can open new possibilities, but meaningful progress will depend on whether those possibilities are available to everyone,” Mr. Stolpmann said. “Inclusion, dignity and equal opportunity must remain at the centre of future developments.”

Connecting research, practice and policy

Throughout the three-day symposium, participants explored how emerging technologies could contribute to the future of adapted physical education and exercise. The programme created opportunities to present research, exchange professional experience and discuss new approaches to education, rehabilitation and participation.

The discussions also underlined the need to connect scientific research more closely with practical implementation. Effective innovation requires cooperation between researchers, educators, practitioners, technology developers, policy-makers and, most importantly, people with disabilities.

This approach closely reflects ICSSPE’s vision of educating for a sustainable quality of life for all through physical activity and sport. It also aligns with the Council’s commitment to strengthening international cooperation and supporting the exchange of knowledge between science, education, policy and practice.

Strengthening international cooperation

Participation in ASAPE 2026 provided an important opportunity for ICSSPE to deepen its engagement with the international adapted physical activity community and reinforce its longstanding relationship with IFAPA.

By contributing to the symposium, ICSSPE supported international dialogue on how research and technological development can be translated into inclusive and accessible opportunities for participation.

The ASAPE Symposium is organised every two years and provides participants with opportunities to exchange knowledge and experience in research, professional preparation, advocacy and service delivery in the field of adapted physical activity.

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The conference will showcase the latest evidence-based, practical and innovative approaches to protecting athlete health, with a strong emphasis on prevention. Building on the success of previous editions, the programme will prioritise actionable, practitioner-oriented content that delegates can apply directly in their daily work.

Reflecting the breadth of athlete health protection, the conference will cover clinical and non-clinical disciplines, including sports medicine, sports science, nutrition, mental health and athlete safeguarding. The organisers are committed to developing a globally representative, diverse and balanced programme, and particularly encourage proposals that bring forward early- and mid-career researchers, presenters from low-resource and underrepresented regions, and gender-balanced faculty.

Call for Proposals Now Open

The call for proposals for invited speakers is now open. Proposals are invited for keynote lectures, symposia and head-to-head debates. The deadline for submissions is 1 October 2026.

The conference is multidisciplinary, and proposals are welcomed from all fields relevant to the protection of athlete health, including the prevention of injuries, illnesses, mental health problems, and harassment and abuse in sport.

Proposals should be clearly aligned with the prevention focus of the conference. Submissions focusing solely on treatment or rehabilitation, or on the health effects of physical activity, fall outside the scope of the conference and will not be accepted.

Programme Formats

The conference programme will include keynote lectures, symposia, head-to-head debates, workshops and abstract presentations, either oral or poster-based.

• Keynote lectures will be high-profile plenary presentations delivered by leading authorities to the full conference audience. They should address topics of broad relevance and significant impact across the field of athlete health protection, presenting cutting-edge science in an engaging, accessible and forward-looking way. Proposals may be submitted for a single keynote speaker or in a dual keynote format, pairing an established authority with an early-career researcher or a speaker from a diverse background.
• Symposia will be 75-minute themed sessions bringing together a small panel of speakers to explore a topic in depth from complementary perspectives. Each symposium may include a maximum of four speakers and must include a five-minute introduction by the chair, as well as at least 15 to 20 minutes of audience interaction and discussion. Proposals should specify the chair, individual lecture titles, speakers and the duration of each component.
• Head-to-head debates will be 60-minute sessions featuring two speakers and one chair. These sessions should present competing, evidence-based perspectives on a controversial or unresolved question related to athlete health. The emphasis is on rigorous scientific discussion rather than adversarial debate, with strong audience engagement encouraged through interactive formats such as pre- and post-session votes and questions facilitated through the conference app.

Speaker Benefits and Review Process

Invited speakers for keynote lectures, symposia and head-to-head debates will receive complimentary registration, accommodation during the conference from 30 November to 3 December 2027, and participation in the social programme, including the welcome drinks reception, Sports Celebration Night and faculty dinner.

Travel costs will not be reimbursed.

Proposal submission is free of charge. Following the review process, all authors will be informed of the outcome of their invited speaker proposal by 1 December 2026.

Workshops and Abstract Presentations

The conference will also include a wide range of hands-on workshops and abstract presentations. The call for workshop and abstract proposals will open later, from 1 December 2026.

The deadline for workshop proposals is 1 March 2027, while the deadline for abstracts is 1 August 2027.

Further information about the 8th IOC World Conference – Protecting the Health of the Athlete and the call for proposals is available via the official conference channels here: 8th IOC World Conference – Protecting the Health of the Athlete

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