ISCA - International Sport and Culture Association

15/06/2026

No plans for lunch this Thursday? 🥗

Spend it with like-minded people who want to make sport more welcoming — one word at a time.

Join us for a free lunch & learn webinar on inclusive language in sport: The Words We Use, the Change We Make.

📅 Thursday, 18 June | 🕐 12.00-13.00 CET | 💻 Online and free

👉 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/XOH8lZbdTkSeaPyrWCZX6A #/registration

Have you ever said something and later thought: wait, could that have been hurtful? 🤔

Whether intentional or not, language has the potential to discriminate. The words we use every day shape who feels welcome and who doesn't — in sport, at work, and in life.

We're hosting our first ever Lunch & Learn webinar, and we'd love for you to join! 🎉

📌 "The Words We Use, the Change We Make"
📅 Wednesday, June 18 | 12:00 CEST
🌍 Open to everyone

ChangeMakers is a European initiative led by ISCA that helps people from underrepresented groups become leaders in grassroots sport. This webinar is for anyone who wants to learn, reflect, and be part of the change.

Drop a 👋 in the comments if you're joining us and share this with someone who should be in the (online) room!

👇 Register via the link below:
https://bit.ly/4xa98po

11/06/2026

Do you believe that children and young people need more play in their lives? 🎈

If you are creating playful spaces or working to get children and young people active through play everyday, we need your ideas.

Launching today on , the Active Play Challenge will fund and support selected initiatives that are committed to making active play more accessible, inclusive and equitable for children and young people around the world.

👉 Submit your idea at https://bit.ly/3S1NGmC

Created in partnership with NovoNordisk Arup RMIT University Save the Children International RightToPlay and ISCA.
The early years category is supported by Van Leer Foundation

04/06/2026

Have you ever said something and later thought: wait, could that have been hurtful? 🤔

Whether intentional or not, language has the potential to discriminate. The words we use every day shape who feels welcome and who doesn't — in sport, at work, and in life.

We're hosting our first ever Lunch & Learn webinar, and we'd love for you to join! 🎉

📌 "The Words We Use, the Change We Make"
📅 Wednesday, June 18 | 12:00 CEST
🌍 Open to everyone

ChangeMakers is a European initiative led by ISCA that helps people from underrepresented groups become leaders in grassroots sport. This webinar is for anyone who wants to learn, reflect, and be part of the change.

Drop a 👋 in the comments if you're joining us and share this with someone who should be in the (online) room!

👇 Register via the link below:
https://bit.ly/4xa98po

02/06/2026

🗣️ Youth voices matter in shaping the future of sport in Europe.

Last week in Strasbourg, ’s Youth Advisory Board was represented in the discussions preparing for the 19th Conference of Ministers Responsible for Sport. 🇪🇺

The discussions focused on how sport in Europe can become safer, healthier, more inclusive and more respectful of human rights 🫶 especially for children and young people.

For ISCA, this dialogue is not only about policy. It is about access, equality and the everyday reality of people and communities across Europe.

Sport should not be a privilege. It should be for all.

25/05/2026

MOVE Week is officially here! 🎉💃🕺

This week, it's all about moving more, connecting, and celebrating the power of physical activity! From 25–31 May, communities across the world are coming together to turn streets, parks, schools, and workplaces into hubs of energy and fun.

Here are some ways you can join the global movement:

🔹 Join a local event or create your own,

🔹 Try a new sport, dance, or workout,

🔹 Invite friends, family, or colleagues to join,

🔹 Share your moments with and —let's inspire the world to get active!

So lace up those shoes, step outside, and let's make this the most active week ever! 🌍✨

15/05/2026

Did you know that the last statistics on eye health are projecting 50% of 16 - 18 year-olds in Europe to have myopia by 2035?

Gladly, there are many things we do every day that can change these projections and shape healthier lives.

More movement, more time outdoors, and less time on screens - these small daily choices support healthier bodies, minds, and eyes.

For your children and for yourself - choose better, every day. 🌿

13/05/2026

ISCA has been awarded the Gerlev Prize 2026 🏆 — one of the Nordic region's most prestigious sports honours — in recognition of its long-term contribution to democracy, inclusion and social impact through physical activity.

President Mogens Kirkeby and Secretary General Jacob Schouenborg received the award at a ceremony on 9 May.

Read the full story 👇
https://www.isca.org/news-detail/1561/ISCA_receives_the_Gerlev_Award_2026

04/05/2026

Small things matter every day. This week is just our nudge to remember it 💜

European Mental Health Week (4–8 May) is a reminder that wellbeing isn't built in big moments, it's in the everyday, ordinary ones.

Hit play 👆 screenshot when the shuffle starts, follow what it says, and actually try it. Go on!

It sounds small, but that's kind of the point — the ABCs of Mental Health is built around the idea that wellbeing isn't about big dramatic changes. it's about the small stuff you do every day, for yourself and the people around you.

🎴 The full deck of Conversation Cards (and a lot more) is waiting for you at https://bit.ly/3ODRgCg - print them, share them and bring them to your next gathering.

30/04/2026

Today is the day! Join millions around the world for ! 🌍💪

Whether you’re at work, school, or out and about, skip the elevator and . It’s a simple way to add more movement to your day, boost your energy, and even help the planet!

, on No Elevators Day and every other day! 🧡

27/04/2026

🚨 42% have witnessed or experienced racial discrimination in grassroots sport, and yet most clubs still don't have the systems to respond.

Our community survey across Italy, Slovenia, Norway & Germany reveals the gap:

-41% don't know their organisation's reporting system
-1 in 5 say racialised communities are underrepresented in leadership
-14% don't know how to respond when discrimination happens

Seeing it isn't enough. We need to act. The ChangeMakers project has developed practical tools to help your organisation do exactly that - guidelines, real-life examples, and a self-assessment tool.

🔗 Explore them at changemakers.isca.org/resources — whether you're just starting or already working in this field, there might be something here to guide and inspire your next steps.