Call for Abstracts: 17th International Symposium for Olympic and Paralympic Research

The 17th International Symposium for Olympic and Paralympic Research, hosted by the International Centre for Olympic Studies (ICOS) at Western University, in partnership with Università degli Studi della Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Italy, will take from February 18-20, 2026.

 

This year’s theme, “The Games in a Digital World: Human Flourishing, Olympic Values and Sustainability in the Age of AI,” invites reflection on how emerging technologies are reshaping sport, identity, ethics, and the future of Olympic and Paralympic movements.

 

Participants are encouraged to explore how artificial intelligence and digital platforms influence:

The symposium is open to academics and practitioners across a wide range of disciplines, including but not limited to:

Proposals for thematic sessions are also welcome, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration and dialogue.

 

Submission Details:

This symposium offers a rare opportunity to gather in the historic and culturally rich city of Naples, Italy, to advance scholarship and discussion around the Olympic and Paralympic movements in the digital era, and brings together a diverse and respected committee of scholars:

For more details and ongoing updates, visit the International Centre for Olympic Studies: http://uwo.ca/olympic