The EU has consistently recognised the vital role that sport plays in sustaining and advancing its economic and social model.
The past #BeActive Awards and #BeInclusive EU Sport Awards celebrated outstanding initiatives and commitments to promote inclusive participation in sport and physical activity, and encouraged people to stay active.
The #BeActive EU Sport Awards build on these efforts. They aim to highlight and reward the contributions of sport organisations and individuals to a Union based on equity and shared values.
The objective of this competition is to present best practice initiatives and to introduce inspiring individuals in the field of sport in Europe.
Categories
The awards have 5 categories.
Physical activity
This award recognises initiatives that have successfully encouraged physical activity at all levels.
It recognises efforts that inspire and create opportunities for people of all ages to integrate movement into their daily lives. This fosters a more active and healthier society.
This may include activities promoting physical activity across
- education and training establishments
- non-formal learning environments
- workplaces
- local communities
Inclusion
This award celebrates sport activities that meet social challenges and successfully use sport as powerful tool to promote social inclusion, gender equality, diversity and unity.
It recognises efforts to break down barriers, empower underrepresented groups and promote inclusion, and use sport to foster understanding and diversity in society.
This may include activities that contribute to shaping a more inclusive and united society by supporting disadvantaged groups such as
- ethnic minorities
- people with disabilities
- vulnerable young people
Volunteering
This award recognises sport activities initiated by organisations and/or individuals who have made outstanding contributions to sports through volunteering.
It highlights the essential role volunteers play in shaping the future of sports and inspiring positive change in their communities.
This may include initiatives showcasing
- dedication
- leadership
- the positive impact of volunteers in fostering community engagement
- inclusivity
- development of sports at all levels
Across generations
This award recognises sport activities run by organisations that have made a significant contribution to strengthening communities.
They promote inter-generational activities through sport. They provide easier access to sport and physical activities for all generations and they consider the interests of future generations.
This may include initiatives that
- use sport to bring together people of all ages
- foster intergenerational connections
- promote inclusion
- encourage long-term community development
Peace
This award celebrates organisations that have successfully used sport as a powerful tool to promote peace.
It recognises those that have brought together diverse communities, groups, and individuals, transcending differences and encouraging dialogue, tolerance, and cooperation.
Initiatives and projects may include activities that
- leverage sport and physical activity to build relationships founded on mutual respect and cooperation toward shared goals
- contribute to peaceful coexistence at local, national, or global level