2025

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 [...]

  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 [...]

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 [...]