2024

On March 28th, 2025, the PLUSS (LGBTQI+ Policy and Leadership in Sport and Society) project partners gathered virtually for a crucial online meeting. The purpose of the meeting was to align on upcoming activities and discuss strategies for improving key deliverables in the next phase of the project. This meeting was pivotal in shaping the future direction of the project, which aims to empower LGBTQIA+ individuals and foster greater inclusivity within the sporting community. Key Discussion Points: Shaping the Future of LGBTQIA+ Sports A significant part of the discussion centered [...]

In the sixth and last article of our PLUSS project series, we reflect on the strides Pan Idræt Danmark has made in implementing its 2024-25 strategic plan. As part of the Erasmus+ project LGBTQI+ Policy and Leadership in Sport and Society, we have seen remarkable progress across advocacy, membership, governance, and events. This article highlights our accomplishments so far and outlines the next steps on our journey toward building a more inclusive sports community for LGBTQIA+ individuals in Denmark. Advocacy: Expanding Our Reach A key milestone in 2024 was the [...]

In the fifth installment of our PLUSS project series, we turn our attention to Out In Slovenija, a pioneering sports association committed to creating safe, inclusive spaces for LGBTQIA+ individuals to engage in sports and recreational activities. Founded in 2010, this grassroots organization has played a vital role in promoting a healthy, active lifestyle for the LGBTQIA+ community in Slovenia, while also championing inclusivity at the national and international levels. A Brief History: From Grassroots to Advocacy Out In Slovenija's roots trace back to 2001 when its community first began [...]

Combating Homophobia and Transphobia in European Grassroots Sport through GAME Improvement At the recent EGLSF Annual General Assembly (AGA) 2025 in Valencia, Spain, a pivotal workshop titled "Combating Homophobia and Transphobia in European Grassroots Sport through GAME (Governance, Advocacy, Membership, and Events) Improvement" was held on February 28, 2025. This workshop marked an important step in the ongoing efforts of the PLUSS project—LGBTQI+ Policy and Leadership in Sport and Society—which is funded by the Erasmus+ Sport programme and led by the European Gay and Lesbian Sports Federation (EGLSF). The workshop attracted around 40 participants, including members of grassroots sport [...]

In the fourth installment of our PLUSS project series, we highlight Queer Sport Split, an LGBTQIA+ sports initiative in Croatia that is redefining the sporting landscape by fostering inclusion, solidarity, and empowerment for all. A Brief History: The Birth of Queer Sport Split Queer Sport Split (QSS) began in 2005 when a volleyball team from Croatia participated in the EuroGames in Utrecht. This momentous event was initiated by Željko Bla?e, with many team members hailing from Split. The experience of being openly gay in a multisport tournament was transformative for [...]