ICSSPE at Gender Equality & Sport+ Conference 2025

ICSSPE’s Executive Director, Patrick Stoplmann, participated in the Gender Equality & Sport+ Conference 2025 – Connecting for Change, an influential event bringing together leaders, policymakers, and advocates dedicated to advancing gender equality in sport.

 

Patrick contributed as a panelist for the session "Change Making – Shaping the Future of Sport and Gender Equality", focused on strategies to drive systemic change in sport, physical activity, and physical education, emphasizing the importance of equitable and inclusive practices at all levels.

 

The panel featured distinguished speakers:

The discussion, moderated by Francine Raveney of the Council of Europe, highlighted the essential actions needed — from grassroots activism to global policy initiatives — to ensure a fair and inclusive future for sport. Patrick shared insights from ICSSPE’s ongoing efforts to integrate gender equality into sport science, education, and policy frameworks, emphasizing the value of collaboration across international organizations and local communities.

 

ICSSPE remains committed to promoting gender equality in sport, physical activity, and education, and participation in forums like the Gender Equality & Sport+ Conference underscores our dedication to shaping a more inclusive sporting world.