The MAMA (Maternity on the Bench: Promoting Equality for Women in Sports) project is an innovative European initiative aimed at strengthening gender equality in sports, with a particular focus on women athletes who are mothers or wish to become mothers. Through a comprehensive approach that combines research, education, and knowledge dissemination, the project seeks to address the barriers limiting women’s participation and development in sports while fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment. By promoting awareness, capacity building, and sustainable practices, MAMA aspires to create long-term positive change within the European sports sector.

The MAMA project is a 36-month European initiative designed to promote equality and inclusion in sports, focusing on the challenges faced by women athletes, particularly during motherhood. The project is implemented by a consortium of nine organizations from different European countries and is supported by a total budget of €400,000.

The project approach is structured around five main pillars. First, research activities are conducted to identify the needs, barriers, and challenges experienced by women in sports. Based on these findings, an educational programme and modern digital training materials are developed and delivered through a dedicated e-learning platform. In parallel, the project emphasizes active engagement of target groups and continuous evaluation processes to ensure the effectiveness and quality of the activities implemented.

Furthermore, MAMA promotes the dissemination and long-term sustainability of its results by encouraging the adoption of policies and practices that support women in sports. Ultimately, the project aims to contribute to a fairer, more inclusive, and gender-equal sports culture across Europe.

The MAMA (Maternity on the Bench: Promoting Equality for Women in Sports) project is a European initiative aimed at promoting gender equality in sports, with a particular focus on supporting women athletes who are mothers.

January 2024 to December 2026

€400,000

The project is implemented by an international consortium of organizations from various European countries. Indicatively, the partners include:

• Social Innovation Sportshub (Portugal – Coordinator)
• European Platform for Sports and Innovation (EPSI) (Belgium)
• Olympiacos SFP (Greece)
• Symplexis (Greece)
• University of Jyväskylä (Finland)
• KTG Research & Innovation (Cyprus)
• CSIT (Austria)
• Faculty of Sport (Serbia)

The S.C.I.T.A. (Stop Crimes in Transfer of Athletes) project is an innovative European initiative aiming to address crimes related to athlete transfers. Implemented under the Erasmus+ Sport programme, the project brings together sport organizations, research institutions, and anti-corruption authorities from four European countries. Through research activities, development of prevention guidelines, training actions, and international cooperation, the project seeks to strengthen transparency, integrity, and accountability in sport. S.C.I.T.A. also aims to support sport clubs and law enforcement agencies in preventing and combating financial and criminal activities connected to athlete transfers and exploitation.

The S.C.I.T.A. – Stop Crimes in Transfer of Athletes project is an 18-month European initiative funded under the Erasmus+ Sport programme with a total budget of €60,000. The project was designed to address, for the first time at European level, crimes associated with athlete transfers, including corruption, money laundering, tax evasion, financial crime, and human trafficking.

The consortium includes organizations from Italy, Greece, Romania, and Slovenia, combining expertise from the fields of sport integrity, research, and law enforcement. The project’s main activities include data collection and analysis, development of prevention guidelines for sport clubs, preparation of policy recommendations for public authorities, and organization of workshops and international dissemination events.

In addition, the project will establish a permanent European cooperation network involving sport organizations, experts, and public authorities. Through this collaboration, S.C.I.T.A. aims to improve transparency, prevention mechanisms, and international cooperation in the fight against criminal activities linked to athlete transfers, while promoting integrity and good governance in European sport.

The S.C.I.T.A. – Stop Crimes in Transfer of Athletes project is implemented under the Erasmus+ Sport 2024 programme and has a duration of 18 months with a total budget of €60,000.

1 December 2024 and end on 31 May 2026

€60,000

The project consortium includes four organizations from Italy, Greece, Romania, and Slovenia:

• IIISSS – Istituto Internazionale Italiano Studi Sport Societa (Italy) – Project Coordinator
• Olympiacos SFP (Greece)
• Anti-Corruption General Directorate – AGD (Romania)
• ŽNK Radomlje (Slovenia)

The HEALTHY – Multisport clubs promoting physical activity as a tool for a HEALTHY life project is a European initiative implemented under the Erasmus+ Sport 2025 programme, aiming to promote healthy lifestyles through physical activity and social participation. Through the cooperation of sports organizations from Bulgaria, Greece, and Hungary, the project encourages citizens of all ages to adopt a more active and healthier way of life. At the same time, it promotes environmental awareness, equality, and sustainable development through sports and educational activities designed to improve both physical well-being and social inclusion.

The HEALTHY project is implemented through the cooperation of three sports organizations from Bulgaria, Greece, and Hungary and is funded by the Erasmus+ Sport 2025 programme. The project duration is 12 months, with a total budget of €60,000. Its main objective is to promote physical activity as a tool for improving citizens’ health and quality of life.

Within the framework of the project, sports and educational activities will be organized in open public spaces, involving approximately 900 citizens regardless of age, gender, or social background. In parallel, 30 coaches and 10 volunteers will receive specialized training in order to continue implementing the project activities even after the project’s completion. The project also includes an awareness campaign on healthy living and environmental protection through digital materials and QR codes. Finally, an electronic guideline of good practices will be developed and made freely available to sports organizations and all interested stakeholders, ensuring the sustainability and long-term impact of the project.

• Start date: 1 November 2025
• End date: 31 October 2026

€60,000

SDRUZHENIE LEVSKI SPORT ZA VSICHKI (Βουλγαρία) – Συντονιστής έργου

FERENCVAROSI TORNA CLUB (Ουγγαρία)

OLYMPIACOS SYNDESMOS FILATHLON PIREOS – ΟΛΥΜΠΙΑΚΟΣ (Ελλάδα)

The FONTES (FOstering New TEchniques for Social integration through Sport) project is a European initiative under the Erasmus+ Sport 2025 programme that uses sport as a tool for social integration and intercultural cooperation. Through the collaboration of sports organisations, educational institutions, and community stakeholders from six European countries, the project aims to support young people with migrant backgrounds and individuals at risk of social exclusion. FONTES promotes the values of equality, inclusion, and active participation by developing innovative educational tools and activities designed for multicultural environments and diverse social communities.

The FONTES project is implemented within the framework of the Erasmus+ Sport programme, with a duration of 30 months and a total budget of €400,000. Its main objective is to promote social integration through sport, focusing on young people with migrant backgrounds and communities facing social and cultural challenges. The project brings together seven organisations from Belgium, Greece, Italy, Spain, Germany, and Portugal, working collaboratively to develop and implement innovative educational practices.

As part of the project, a digital training platform will be created, providing educational materials, methodologies, and practical tools for coaches, volunteers, and sports organisations operating in multicultural environments. In addition, training activities, pilot actions, and international sports events will be organised, involving more than 1,000 young participants. Through these activities, FONTES seeks to strengthen intercultural dialogue, social cohesion, and equal participation opportunities for all, regardless of cultural or religious background. The project also promotes European values such as inclusion, non-discrimination, gender equality, and active citizenship through sport.

The FONTES (FOstering New TEchniques for Social integration through Sport) project is implemented within the framework of the Erasmus+ Sport 2025 programme and aims to use sport as a tool for social integration for young people with migrant backgrounds and individuals facing social exclusion. The project places particular emphasis on the creation of multicultural communities through participation in sports activities, cooperation between sports and religious organisations, and the development of innovative educational tools.

The project starts on 1 December 2025 and ends on 31 May 2028

€400,000

The FONTES consortium consists of seven organisations from six European countries:

• EMCA – European Multisport Club Association (Belgium) – Project Coordinator
• ICSS Europe (Portugal)
• Arcidiocesi di Napoli (Italy)
• Olympiacos SFP (Greece)
• Fundacio Brafa (Spain)
• ISC AlHilal Bonn (Germany)
• Dragones de Lavapiés (Spain)