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Against the Rules Exhibition 25 Years

Looking Back on 25 Years of Against the Rules – Lesbians and Gays in Sport On 28 September 28, we commemorate the 25th anniversary of the opening of Against the Rules – Lesbians and Gays in Sport at the German Sports and Olympic Museum in Cologne. Launched in 1999, it was the world’s first exhibition dedicated to queer visibility in sport. The project was initiated to celebrate the 20th anniversary of SC Janus, Germany’s first queer sports club, and was developed in collaboration with the Cologne Center for [...]

2025-09-21T10:20:49+02:00Sunday, September 21st, 2025 @ 10:20|Categories: 2025, News, Sport|Tags: |0 Comments

EGLSF Advocacy Award Winners of 2025

Andrej Pišl Natalie Washington PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Javier Pellon EGLSF General Secretary: javier.pellon@eglsf.info This year EGLSF members nominated again excellent candidates for the EGLSF Advocacy Awards 2025. The awards are granted to two persons whose actions have been particularly important for the LGBTIQ+ Sports movement. Winners were announced on 25th of July during EGLSF reception at EuroGames Lyon 2025 where 5 500 athletes are participating in the premier multi-sports event celebrating inclusion and diversity in sexual orientation, sex characteristics and gender identity in Europe. This year's winners are: Andrej [...]

2025-07-27T13:30:19+02:00Saturday, July 26th, 2025 @ 10:03|Categories: 2025, Advocacy, EuroGames, News, Press Release|0 Comments

Community Guidelines

Build Inclusive and Sustainable Sport Communities The Community Guidelines, developed by Sportieq in collaboration with Out for the Win and other PLUSS project partners, offer sport leaders — both from LGBTQI+ and mainstream contexts — practical and tested guidance to create inclusive environments and advocate for LGBTQI+ rights within and beyond sport. Rooted in the “GAME” framework (Good Governance, Advocacy, Membership, and Events) and enriched by a European-wide study on LGBTQI+ sport, each chapter combines strategic insights with real-life examples and concrete recommendations to help clubs grow stronger, more inclusive, and more sustainable. Whether you're just starting your inclusion [...]

2025-08-30T13:33:05+02:00Monday, July 21st, 2025 @ 14:16|Categories: 2025, Pluss Project, Projects|0 Comments

Policy Paper

  Shaping Policies for Inclusive Sport The Purple Policy Paper, developed by Sportieq in collaboration with Out for the Win and the PLUSS project partners, presents a clear set of recommendations for policymakers and sport authorities committed to removing barriers that limit LGBTQI+ participation in sport and society. By addressing the deep-rooted gender norms that still shape many sporting environments, this paper advocates for a shift from compensatory to complementary roles for LGBTQI+ sport clubs — promoting real choice, accessibility, and inclusion. Download the Purple Policy Paper to explore how public institutions and mainstream sport bodies can actively foster [...]

2025-07-21T14:15:16+02:00Monday, July 21st, 2025 @ 14:15|Categories: 2025, Pluss Project, Projects|0 Comments

Research Report

Discover the Roots and Future of LGBTQI+ Sport in Europe This research report, developed by the German Sport University Cologne in collaboration with the PLUSS project partners, offers an in-depth look into the formation, evolution, and impact of LGBTQI+ sports organisations across Europe. Combining desk research, qualitative interviews, and a Europe-wide survey, the report sheds light on the opportunities, challenges, and key milestones that have shaped the LGBTQI+ sports movement. Download the full report to explore the voices of community leaders, uncover data-driven insights, and discover recommendations for building a more inclusive future in sport. Download Research Report [...]

2025-07-22T10:58:39+02:00Monday, July 21st, 2025 @ 14:13|Categories: 2025, Pluss Project, Projects|0 Comments
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