(ATR) World Refugee Day may be over but there are less than 140 days until the RESPONSIBALL Forum, dedicated to showcasing effective practices that utilize football to integrate refugees into local communities.
The forum will be in Lausanne on November 8 and will focus on the immigration crisis currently affecting European refugees.
Case studies and examples run most discussions, which examine the programs many clubs and federations have already created. Participants will have the opportunity to meet refugees, during a "speed dating / living library" session, in which stories and experiences can be shared between both parties.
The eighth edition of the RESPONSIBALL Ranking will be revealed, grading the sustainable practices present in professional football leagues around the world. Last year’s ranking can be found here.
Soccerex USA 2018
Soccer business professionals set their sights on Marlins Park for Soccerex USA 2018 on November 15-16.
The conference has an American focus, as US Soccer, CONCACAF, and MLS senior members lead the advisory board. Growth of American soccer and connections between the Mexican and United States markets will be discussed.
More than 80 exhibitors and 40 expert speakers will discuss other topics including youth development, performance technology, fan engagement, esports, and stadium design.
Networking opportunities will be plentiful, with more than 1400 delegates from 40 countries planning to attend. Top leagues, franchises, tech companies, and governing bodies attended past Soccerex events, including FIFA, YouTube, and La Liga.
Olympism in Action Forum
The IOC will debut the Olympism in Action Forum in Buenos Aires on October 5-6 prior to the Youth Olympic Games.
Speakers, businesses, athletes, and more will address topics on how to use sport to improve society. This includes removing negative aspects of competition, such as corruption and doping, while enhancing positive impacts, such as environmental sustainability and encouraging young athletes.
Topics on the first day will address current human rights issues, such as gender equality and sexual harassment. Workshops spotlight the recent strain on Olympic host cities, combating rising costs, which has hurt entire countries due to an overuse of resources. The forum wants future hosts to more positively influence their local communities.
On day two speakers, such as members of the Rio 2016 refugee Olympic team, will encourage an increased commitment to inclusion in sport. Workshops look ahead to the future, with esports and ultimate frisbee highlighting future competitions, while entrepreneurship and fan engagement continue to adjust technology advances.
All forum participants also receive an invitation to the Opening Ceremony for the Youth Olympic Games, as the focus on the next generation of athletes is a top priority for both events. YOG feature workshops and education for athletes about Olympic values and how to act as a sports ambassador.
FINA World Aquatics Convention
Hangzhou, China will be home to the fifth FINA World Aquatics Convention on December 8-10. The event aims to bring aquatics business leaders, international federations, and professionals together to encourage participation and best practice within the industry.
Introduction to the newest technologies will be a feature of the event, as several athletic performance and competitive time keeping companies will join the exhibition. The aquatics industry in China is expected to reach $30 billion by 2020.
The FINA Swimming Coaches Golden Clinic will return. Big names within the industry will share their knowledge, including how to prepare athletes for elite competitions.
Other Conferences
ISHPES Congress: July 18-21
Stadia and Arena Japan: Aug. 30-31
SportsPro The Brand Conference: Sept. 26-27
Esports Business Summit: Oct. 1-3
Why Sports: Oct. 2
FIBA World Basketball Summit: Oct. 3-4
Smart Cities and Sport Summit: Oct. 29-31
Investing in Facilities and Infrastructure: Nov. 27
Written by Jeffrey Farek
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