International Day of Sport for Development and Peace

Peace and Sport supports the organizers of major sporting events in implementing legacy programs focused on sport as a vector of living together and peace . On the occasion of the Francophone Games Kinshasa 2023 , Champion for Peace Benjamin Boukpeti, Olympic medalist, raised awareness among young athletes about their positive impact on society.   Major sporting events bringing together thousands of people of different origins are a unique opportunity to capitalize on the power of sport as an instrument of dialogue and inclusion . Organizing Committees and Host Cities need to build legacy programs that incorporate the knowledge and experience of grassroots stakeholders and athletes to have a lasting impact on local communities and beyond. On the occasion of the IX Games of La Francophonie (Kinshasa, July 28-August 6, 2023) , Peace and Sport signed a partnership agreement with the International Committee of the Games of La Francophonie (CIJF) and the National Committee of t...

– The agreement will make it possible to reach territories where internal armed conflict and other issues have prevented Colombian citizens from pursuing their life goals for years. – Training and program strengthening, as well as joint work with national entities and the private sector, are among the objectives of this agreement. The Ombudsman’s Office of Colombia has signed a memorandum of understanding with Peace and Sport, L’Organisation pour la Paix par le Sport, based in the Principality of Monaco (Europe), with the aim of promoting peace through sport . Through this partnership, the parties are committed to creating spaces for the training and reinforcement of local stakeholders in the practice of different sports, with the aim of transmitting a culture of peace in the different regions of Colombia. “We welcome the signing of this document, as it will enable us to establish a clear roadmap for reaching territories with an urgent need to boost programs encouraging new generation...

Athletes, International Federations, National Olympic Committees, political leaders, companies, international and not-for-profit organizations got massively mobilized behind Peace and Sport’s #WhiteCard campaign as they celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP), the UN-recognized celebration of the contribution of sport to inclusion, development and a peaceful world . Launched by Peace and Sport in 2014, the #WhiteCard campaign, which has reached over 897 million people worldwide, invites people to take pictures of themselves with WhiteCards, before sharing them on social media. This year’s theme “ 10 years, United through the #WhiteCard ”, encouraged people to develop sport-based initiatives around the IDSDP and aimed to raise awareness of the importance of making sport a priority towards institutions. This message reached 180 million people on social networks, which is the best performance so far. The Principality of ...

The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP) , which takes place annually on 6 April , presents an opportunity to recognize the positive role sport and physical activity play in communities and in people’s lives across the globe. Sport has the power to change the world; it is a fundamental right and a powerful tool to strengthen social ties and promote sustainable development and peace, as well as solidarity and respect for all. The global theme for the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace 2023 is “ Scoring for People and the Planet ”. As in previous years, this overarching theme allows for IDSDP activities to broadly focus around the impact and influence of sport on sustainable development and peace. From empowering women and girls, young people, persons with disabilities, and other marginalized groups to advancing health, sustainability, and education objectives, sport offers tremendous potential for advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SD...

During the panel discussion; We will discuss The role that sports and major sporting events play in communities , and The importance of sports in our everyday lives and the impact it has on communities . The event organized by The Permanent Mission of the State of Qatar to the United Nations The Permanent Mission of Monaco to the United Nations , Football for the Goals , UNITAR and A Call for Peace takes place on the occasion of 10th anniversary of the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP). Beyond the Cup is the first documentary series retracing the impactful decision-making process for achieving architectural sustainability, cultural legacy, and cultural heritage.

To mark the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP), this year's event at UN Headquarters in New York recognizes the role of sport in addressing climate change, promoting gender equality, and tackling racism. The observance features conversations with elite athletes (Batouly Camara, Javier Zanetti, Amine Zariat, and Graham Zimmerman), leading industry figures from the NHL, FIFPRO, NBPA Foundation, USTA, Women's Sports Foundation, and PUMA. The event is organized by the United Nations Department of Global Communications (DGC) and Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA) , with the support of the Permanent Mission of the Principality of Monaco to the United Nations, and the Permanent Mission of the State of Qatar to the United Nations.

  Join us for a special event featuring elite athletes and sporting industry experts in conversation to highlight the role sport plays in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) . Hear leading figures in the sporting world discuss innovative ways sport is helping to take climate action and promote sustainability; promote gender equality and human rights; and combat racism. To mark the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP) , this year's event at UN Headquarters in New York recognizes the role of sport in addressing climate change, promoting gender equality, and tackling racism. The observance features conversations with elite athletes (Batouly Camara, Javier Zanetti, Amine Zariat, and Graham Zimmerman), leading industry figures from the NHL, FIFPRO, NBPA Foundation, USTA, Women's Sports Foundation, and PUMA. The event is organized by the UN Department of Global Communications (DGC) and Department of Economic and Social ...