EASE Talks n°12 - How to develop the European action of sport employers In the continuity of its mission to strengthen the voice of sport employers across Europe, EASE released the 12th edition of its EASE Talks series, under a forward-looking theme: “How to develop the European action of sport employers?” At a time when the sport sector faces major [...]
On Tuesday, 30 September 2025, the members of EASE gathered online for the latest Board Meeting, joined by several guests and partners from across Europe. Welcoming new members and partners 🤝 EASE President Philippe Diallo opened the meeting by welcoming participants and introducing new members of the EASE team — Shinead Le Hir and Cassandra Alves Mesquita — who will [...]
A European Week Dedicated to Employability Through Sport 🇪🇺 From 23 to 27 September 2025, EASE took part in the Employment@Sport project in Santa Cruz – Torres Vedras (Portugal), hosted by Sport Evolution Alliance.The event brought together over 130 participants from 10 European countries, united by a common goal: to strengthen youth employability through sport. Throughout the week, delegations explored [...]
As part of its long-term mission to promote a more inclusive, ethical and socially responsible European sport model, the European Association of Sport Employers (EASE) recently carried out a strategic mobility mission across Central Europe, with key stops in the Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, and Austria. This tour was part of EASE’s ongoing Erasmus+ efforts to: Strengthen cooperation with national [...]
EASE Talks n°11 - Shaping Sport the European Way In the wake of its 2025 General Assembly, EASE released the 11th edition of its flagship thought leadership series, EASE Talks, under a title that captures both ambition and necessity: “Shaping Sport the European Way: Institutions and Values.” Held in a time of growing pressure on the European Sport Model, this [...]
On the 13th of June, EASE held its 2025 General Assembly in a spirit of unity and institutional dialogue, marking a pivotal moment for the organisation as it looks ahead to its next cycle of strategic development. This year's edition was elective, resulting the unanimous election of a new Board to serve until 2027. We are pleased to announce: Philippe [...]
EASE Deepens Its European Engagement through Bilateral Meetings in Latvia and Estonia From Riga to Tallinn, building new bridges to support social responsibility in sport In line with its ongoing strategy to promote inclusive, ethical, and socially responsible employment practices in the European sport sector, EASE continues to pursue its European mobility program. Through this initiative, EASE travels across the continent [...]
EASE Talks n°10 - The Geopolitics of Sport and its Impact on Employers in European Regions EASE recently convened its 10th edition of EASE Talk during our April 2025 Board Meeting, inviting two leading voices in sport and geopolitics: Kévin Veyssière, founder of FC Geopolitics, and Dr Adam Metelski, professor at Poznan University of Economics and Business. Together they explored [...]
As part of its Erasmus+ Mobility project, EASE was in Ljubljana, Slovenia, on April 23rd and 24th, 2025, for two intense days of meetings and exchange. This visit marked a key milestone in the dissemination of the European Social Charter for Sporting Events, a cornerstone initiative developed to promote social inclusion, fairness, and responsible governance across the European sport ecosystem. EASE [...]
Why Inclusive Sport Workplaces Matter: The Need for Actionable Recommendations : Recommendations for an Inclusive Sport Workplace In recent years, inclusivity has become an essential priority within the sport sector. However, despite growing awareness of the importance of diversity, significant barriers remain for underrepresented groups, particularly in terms of gender, age, and disability. The BeST Inclusion project was created to [...]
