PLUSS

EGLSF welcomes the second in a series of articles around the PLUSS project, in collaboration with project partners. This piece delves into the impactful work of Atlasz Sports Club, Hungary's first and only sports club dedicated to the LGBTQIA+ community. Over the years, the club has grown into a vibrant and inclusive space where LGBTQIA+ individuals, as well as allies, can engage in various sports activities while fostering a sense of community and belonging. From regular training sessions to social events, Atlasz offers a range of opportunities for individuals to [...]

From November 29th to December 1st, 2024, partners of the Erasmus+ funded PLUSS project, led by the European Gay and Lesbian Sport Federation (EGLSF), gathered in Ghent, Belgium for a productive and collaborative meeting. This was an important milestone in the ongoing efforts to strengthen the presence and sustainability of grassroots LGBTQI+ sports clubs across Europe. Key Highlights of the Meeting The meeting offered a valuable opportunity to reflect on the progress made so far, evaluate completed activities, and plan the next steps of the project. Six partner grassroots LGBTQI+ [...]

EGLSF welcomes the first in a series of articles around the PLUSS project, in collaboration with project partners. This piece delves into the impactful work of Out For The Win, a Flemish non-profit organization dedicated to fostering inclusive and accessible sports for everyone. As Out For The Win secured project funding, the organization experienced rapid growth that exceeded the capacity of its volunteer base. The demand for services outstripped available volunteers, and there was a need for a structured framework to onboard new team members effectively. Consequently, the board faced [...]

Building Strategies for Inclusive Growth The PLUSS project, titled “+PLUSS: LGBTIQ+ Policy and Leadership in Sport and Society,” has recently submitted one of its deliverables, the Strategy Documents for Clubs’ Development, to the European Education and Culture Executive Agency, funder of the project through the Erasmus+ programme. This initiative, led by EGLSF, emphasises capacity building and strategic development for LGBTQI+ sports clubs, aiming to foster growth, sustainability, and inclusivity. After thorough discussions during the last PLUSS partnership meeting in Vienna, this deliverable focuses on strategies designed by six grassroots LGBTQI+ sports clubs, to be [...]