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ICSSPE
28/11/2025 14:34
The International Council of Sport Science and Physical Education (ICSSPE) is pleased to introduce Dr. Claire Boursier, newly elected to our Executive Board. A long-time advocate for adapted physical activity (APA) and inclusive sport, Dr. Boursier brings extensive experience in international cooperation, research, and policy development.
Dr. Boursier has been active within ICSSPE since 2018, serving two terms on the Development Committee and representing ICSSPE within the UNESCO–NGO Liaison Committee. Through this role, she contributed to major UNESCO forums, engaged global partners, and helped raise ICSSPE’s visibility over the years.
As she joins the Executive Board, Dr. Boursier outlines three key priorities:
- Strengthening ICSSPE’s global partnerships with UNESCO, UN agencies, WHO, IOC, and others in the sport, physical education, and health sectors;
- Enhancing collaboration among ICSSPE members and developing new joint initiatives;
- Promoting evidence-based practice through awareness campaigns, training, webinars, and accessible knowledge-sharing.
A former President of IFAPA, she brings a strong focus on ensuring physical activity is accessible for all, contributing to international frameworks such as MINEPS and GAPPA. She emphasizes that inclusion must remain central to ICSSPE’s work: “No one should be left behind.”
Dr. Boursier also highlights the need to close gaps between research and practice. She encourages broader dissemination of evidence through digital tools and training, as well as greater cooperation among researchers, practitioners, NGOs, and policymakers.
Looking forward, she envisions ICSSPE playing a more active role in global advocacy, particularly through UNESCO mechanisms, and strengthening ties with organisations such as Special Olympics International, Humanity & Inclusion, NPIS, and Sport and Citizenship.
With her dedication to inclusive sport and global collaboration, Dr. Claire Boursier brings valuable leadership to ICSSPE’s Executive Board and continues to champion physical activity and sport for all.
Read the full interview with Dr. Claire in the attachment below to learn more about her perspectives, priorities, and passion for inclusive global leadership.
