ABOUT THE EVENT
The 2026 European Sport Platform will take place from 15-17 October in Split, Croatia, and will be hosted by ENGSO member organisation the Croatian Olympic Committee.
The European Sport Platform is the flagship event of ENGSO, where ideas connect, perspectives evolve, and the future of sport takes shape. It offers a valuable opportunity to connect with ENGSO members, National Olympic Committees, National Paralympic Committees and National Sport Confederations, as well as other sports organisations and stakeholders.
Hosted by
- 2026 theme
Beyond performance; the True impact of Sport
Sport is more than results — it’s a force for change.
Join us for a forward-looking conference where we will explore inspiring perspectives on topics such as from silence to science – women’s health in sport, the impact of volunteers, and sport as a force to build unity, resilience, and empowerment. The European Sport Platform offers a valuable opportunity to connect with ENGSO members, National Olympic Committees, National Paralympic Committees and National Sports Confederations, as well as other sports organisations and stakeholders.
Deadline for registration: 15 September 2026
key info
Date
15 – 17 October 2026
Location and venue
Split, Croatia
Hotel Amphora
Registration fee
ENGSO members: 95 EUR
Non-ENGSO members: 140 EUR
The event is supported by:
PROGRAMME
Thursday, 15 October
14.00 – 14.15
Official welcome
14.15 – 15.15
Sport for Unity, Resilience and Empowerment
(SURE project final conference)
15.15-15.45
Coffee break
15.45-17.00
Sport for Unity, Resilience and Empowerment
(SURE project final conference)
17.00-17.15
Conclusions
End of day one
No dinner is organised on Thursday, allowing participants the opportunity to explore Split at their own pace
friday, 16 October
9.00 – 9.15
Reflections on day one
9.15 – 10.30
From silence to science – Women’s health in sport
Successful at sport – Successful at work
10.30-11.00
Coffee break
11.00-12.30
Women’s sport events: networking session (ReWSE project)
12.30 – 14.00
Lunch
14.00 -14.30
ENGSO education: a decade of partnership
14.30 – 16.00
Parallel workshops:
- Re-shaping the sport landscape by investing in women in sport
- Evidence-based youth participation in sport governance: from policy to practice
- Sports Without Borders: Empowering Youth Through Integrated Sports, Circus Arts, and Mental Health Support
16.00
Active break followed by conclusions from the different workshops
16.30
End of day two
19.00
Gala dinner
saturday, 17 October
9.00 – 9.15
Reflections on day two
9.15 – 10.00
Inspirational speaker
10.00-10.30
Coffee break
10.30-11.30
The champions behind the scenes – volunteers in sport
11.30-12.00
European Lotteries
12.00-12.30
Conclusion and the ESP 2027 handover ceremony
12.30
End of the event
About ENGSO
ENGSO strives for a grassroots sport that promotes stronger communities with the mission to represent, develop and advocate for organised voluntary-based sport in Europe. The organisation acts as the umbrella organisation of National Olympic Committees, National Paralympic Committees and National Sports Confederations responsible for grassroots sport across 33 European countries. ENGSO advocates and leads by example for empowered grassroots sport within EU sports policy and raises awareness on the societal role of sport, and fights for equal opportunities for all Europeans in sport.
About croatian olympic committee
The Croatian Olympic Committee (NOC Croatia) is the umbrella sports association in the Republic of Croatia. Its mission is to contribute permanently to the promotion of sport as the universal civilization legacy, to spread the Olympic principles and ethical norms in sport, to create top-level sports achievements, to promote the Republic of Croatia as a democratic country and to promote fair play in sport. The Croatian Olympic Committee's task is to protect the Olympic symbols and represent Croatian sport in the International Olympic Committee and other international sports organisations. It counts national sports federations of 42 Olympic, 44 non-Olympic sports, 20 county sports associations and the City of Zagreb and 8 affiliated associations and institutions as members.
Location: split, croatia
Conference venue: Hotel Amphora, Split
Split is a vibrant coastal city on the eastern shore of the Adriatic Sea, where ancient history meets a dynamic Mediterranean lifestyle. Built around the UNESCO-listed Diocletian’s Palace, Split blends Roman heritage with a lively modern atmosphere, offering a unique setting where centuries-old stone streets open directly onto bustling cafés, markets, and a scenic waterfront promenade known as the Riva.
As Croatia’s second-largest city, Split is also a gateway to the Dalmatian islands and a hub for sport, tourism, and outdoor activity. Its mild climate, sea-facing venues, and strong sporting culture make it an ideal destination for international conferences and events.
Past editions
- European Sport Platform
