Panathlon International

10 de Outubro - O Panathlon Internacional Distrito Brasil, por meio dos clubes de Sorocaba e Votorantim, e o Clube de Campo de Sorocaba realizaram o 27º Encontro Estrada de Ferro Sorocabana Futebol Clube/Panathlon e Clube de Campo. A programação reuniu partidas de futebol nas categorias 50+ e 60+, homenagens a pessoas ligadas ao esporte profissional, amador e recreativo, além de uma confraternização entre os participantes.

As atividades começaram com um café da manhã, seguido pelos jogos de futebol. Na categoria 60+, o Clube de Campo venceu o Panathlon por 3 a 1. Já o confronto da categoria 50+ terminou empatado por 0 a 0.

Após as partidas, os organizadores realizaram a cerimônia de homenagens, que reconheceu a contribuição de dirigentes, ex-atletas e integrantes das entidades participantes para o esporte de Sorocaba.

Entre os homenageados ligados ao Estrada de Ferro Sorocabana esteve Edmilson Soares Pinto, conhecido como Aranha. Pelo Clube de Campo, foram reconhecidos Paulo Sérgio Martins, o Paulinho da Ótica; Fabio Garrido Beani; Oswaldo Garcia Chagas; Thiago Augusto de Sousa; Luiz Cláudio F. da Silva; e a presidente Priscila Flores Senger Leite.

 Panathlon homenageou Ronomarcos Zinkoski, Carlos Alberto Domingues, conhecido como Calotta, e Anderson Silva Santana, o Henal, ex-goleiro do Esporte Clube São Bento.

O encontro também contou com a presença de integrantes do Panathlon, entre eles Ademir de Barros, o Paraná; Pedro Roberto Pereira de Souza; José Geraldo Goldoni Vestena; Vitor Mosca Tavares; Edson Veronese, o Nelo; Miguel Donaire Pefú; Jair Bellucci; e Ronaldo Cebola.

A programação foi encerrada com o tradicional churrasco de confraternização.

Paul Standaert represented Panathlon International at the 2026 kick off of EWOS. This year the event took place in Dublin, organized by the Irish Presidency of the EU.

On 23 September, Charlie McConalogue, Minister of State for Sport and Postal Policy, opened the Presidency Conference and welcomed delegates from leading sport organisations, sport federations, European networks and policymaking bodies. The programme combined plenary sessions on the role of traditional sports and games (TSGs) across Europe and on sport as cultural heritage with parallel thematic sessions.

The morning sessions took place under the theme "Pathways to Growth", with a focus on diversity and on social inclusion and disability. In the afternoontvwo further parallel sessions followed, on "Sport and Changing Demographics" and on "Sustainability and Sport: The Role of Traditional Sports and Games".

Georg Hausler, Director for Culture, Creativity and Sport at the European Commission (DG EAC), and Sarah Lynch, Deputy Head of Unit at DG EAC, presented the main findings of the newly published 2026 Eurobarometer on Sport and Physical Activity (https://europa.eu/eurobarometer/surveys/detail/3685).

During the discussions, Andrej Pisl of the EUSA Institute highlighted the European Citizens project "Give Sport a Say". The project empowers people and sporting communities by giving them a direct voice in decision-making and civic dialogue. Afterwards, participants visited Croke Park Stadium, watched a demonstration by the Irish Guild of Hurley Makers and were introduced to traditional Gaelic games.

The following day marked the opening of the European Week of Sport (23–30 September). In keeping with the #BeActive initiatives, participants took part in para-sport activities before the formal launch ceremony, moderated by Paralympic athlete Ellen Keane.

Panathlon follow-up

Georg Hausler was keynote speaker at the Panathlon Congress in Ghent earlier this year. At this conference in Dublin, Paul Standaert spoke with him about possible Erasmus+ projects between Panathlon and European and non-European partners. The EU antenna in Brussels can further develop this approach as Paul has registered for Panathlon International at the Erasmus Plus Sport Event in Brussels on December 18th.

Paul also met 2024 Olympic pommel horse gold medallist Rhys McClenagan (at his training session), as well as Paralympic gold medallist Ellen Keane who was the master of ceremony at the official start of EWOS.

Finally, contact was made with Leandro Mendes of European Lotteries to discuss possible collaboration with Panathlon International.

29 October 2026 at 2 PM (BRASILIA) - 6:00 P.M. (CET)

- Webinar series organised by the Panathlon International Culture, Research and Education Commission.

Topic: Ethical reflections on justice, public health and inclusion in sport

Automatic translation of subtitles on Zoom into all languages

We invite PI members and anyone interested to take part in this fascinating online meeting

Access via the QR code or

https:/ /cutt.ly/crec-pi

Free event  

On 7 October 2026, we held a coordination meeting to prepare the upcoming YOULEAD – Leading the Game Transnational Project Meeting in Seville.

Together with our Spanish hosting partner, we reviewed the logistics, programme and key activities for the meeting, which will bring the YOULEAD partners together to advance our work on gender-balanced youth leadership in sports governance.

The preparations are progressing well, with the Info Pack and programme now being finalised. We look forward to meeting again in Seville and continuing to move YOULEAD forward! 

#YOULEAD #LeadingTheGame #ErasmusPlus #Sport #YouthLeadership #SportsGovernance #GenderEquality

Si informa che venerdì 16 ottobre 2026, a partire dalle ore 8.30 e fino al termine dell'intervento tecnico, le linee telefoniche della Segreteria saranno temporaneamente fuori servizio.

Nous vous informons que vendredi 16 octobre 2026, à partir de 8 h 30 et jusqu'à la fin de l'intervention technique, les lignes téléphoniques du secrétariat seront temporairement hors service.

Please be advised that on Friday 16 October 2026, from 8.30 am until the technical work is completed, the Secretariat’s telephone lines will be temporarily out of service.

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In the prestigious setting of the Palazzo della Gran Guardia in Verona, as part of RelazionExpo, the conference “Sport that Builds Relationships” took place, dedicated to the role of sport as a tool for inclusion, personal growth, wellbeing and the development of human relationships.

The event provided an important opportunity to explore highly topical issues, confirming the tangible contribution of sporting activity to building positive bonds, strengthening a sense of belonging and promoting a culture based on respect, participation and solidarity.

The proceedings were opened by the International President of Panathlon International, Giorgio Chinellato, who highlighted the ethical principles and values underpinning the Panathlon movement and the role of sport as a universal language, capable of fostering dialogue, integration and community growth.

This was followed by contributions from International Board Member Fabiano Gerevini, who reflected on the importance of the relationships that are formed and strengthened through sporting activity; psychologist Federica Perolini, on the psychological aspects linked to interpersonal relationships; Emanuela Schiavini, on the relationship between health, wellbeing and sporting activity; journalist Giovanna Pastega, on the role of communication in conveying the values of sport; and Paralympic champion Sandra Truccolo, who gave a particularly moving account of the inclusive value of sport and its ability to transform difficulties into opportunities for personal and collective growth.

During the conference, various aspects relating to the educational and social dimensions of sport were explored in depth: from the promotion of authentic relationships and emotional skills to the contribution made to preventing distress, safeguarding mental and physical wellbeing, and building positive social networks.

Particular attention was paid to the ‘Seconda Chance’ project, presented by Giovanna Pastega and Sandra Truccolo, which aims to promote sporting activities within prisons as an opportunity for social rehabilitation, personal growth and reintegration. The project involves both prisoners and prison service staff, highlighting the value of sport as a tool for dialogue, mutual respect and the creation of new perspectives, even in the most complex contexts.

Considerable attention was also given to the phenomenon of Hikikomori and Panathlon International’s commitment to raising awareness of this growing social crisis. The speakers emphasised the role of sport as a practical resource for preventing isolation, boosting self-esteem, encouraging socialisation and contributing to pathways of inclusion and the restoration of relationships, in collaboration with families, schools, health professionals, educators and sports organisations.

A strong and shared message emerged from the speakers’ discussions: sport is not merely about competition or the pursuit of performance, but a true training ground for life, capable of fostering trust, genuine relationships, a sense of responsibility and new opportunities for individuals and communities.

The conference reaffirmed Panathlon International’s commitment to promoting a sporting culture based on ethics, inclusion and the empowerment of the individual, so that sport may continue to be a genuine driving force for human and social growth.

video recording of Alberto Capilupi, vice-president of the “Panathlon Club Gianni Brera, University of Verona”

El fin de semana del 9 al 10 de octubre se realizó  la VII Ediciòn de los Juegos Deportivos de  UFEDEM (Unión de Federaciones y Entidades Deportivas Metropolitanas).

El primer día se realizaron los talleres deportivos en el Salón África del Parque Olímpico con la presencia de varios deportes como la esgrima, judo, badminton, skate, atletismo, Patin,  breaking, tiro con arco y cestobol, participando el Panathlon Club Buenos Aires, difundiendo los valores del deporte. 

A los alumnos de distintos colegios que concurrieron -entre ellos el colegio Lola Mora, varias escuelas técnicas de la región 5,  les intereso mucho jugar con el disco giratorio, y explicar los valores en el deporte y para la vida. 

Sus profesores también se interesaron en el trabajo del panathon, pidiendo algunos supervisores la posibilidad de nuestra presencia en las finales de los torneos intercolegiales. Estar presente en estos eventos deportivos visibiliza al movimiento panathlético y permite a los jóvenes estudiantes además de ver distintos deportes pensar en los valores que nos ofrece.

 On October 6, Panathlon Vlaanderen organized a debate on the aftermath of the 1985 Heysel disaster. The occasion was the premiere screening of the film Heyzel 85, in which director Teodora Ana Mihai reconstructs the disaster of May 29, 1985, where 39 people lost their lives.

The film stays away from the pitch and focuses on what happens behind the scenes—concentrating heavily on the outrage over chaotic preparations, a slow response, and an irresponsible power play. The main fictional characters are Marie, daughter and press spokesperson for the Mayor of Brussels, and Luca Rossi, a journalist. They are torn between their professional duty, family bonds, and the human tragedies unfolding before their eyes.

The organizers surrounding the final seem to view the stadium and ticket distribution as a purely logistical task. According to their logic, safety becomes a police matter rather than an organizational responsibility. The security forces, in turn, point to unclear orders and a lack of leadership. The unfortunate result is a situation where no one has a complete overview, yet no one dares to take control either. Local politics, embodied by the mayor, hides behind communication strategies and image management. The federal government keeps its distance, as if a major stadium in the capital were not a top priority. The outcome is a chain reaction where every link can shift blame to the next.

The film demonstrates that a disaster rarely has just one person to blame, but rather many people who fail to take responsibility. This makes its critique timeless, serving as a mirror for contemporary football politics. No matter how many well-intentioned measures clubs adopt today, the pattern remains. After Heysel, new laws and stadium bans were introduced, but the reflex remained purely reactive—action only follows an incident.

With every serious riot, the debate among clubs, cities, police, and responsible ministers repeats itself over who pays for what and who decides. Clubs, often severely limited in their scope of action, point to the police, cities point to the clubs, and higher government points to the cities. As a result, high-risk, high-cost matches become a dispute over expenses rather than a discussion about prevention. Stadium infrastructure also remains a political issue where decisions drag on for years, with Belgian building permit policies certainly sharing part of the blame.

The strongest point of the film is that the viewer sees the people who suffer the consequences: supporters, rescue workers, and family members. They have zero influence over the organizational structures that put them at risk.

Heysel 85 therefore advocates for a clear authority with ultimate responsibility and treats safety as a non-negotiable prerequisite, not a delayed reaction. Panathlon Flanders can only help spread this message—because every sports enthusiast has the right to a safe environment and a safe sporting experience.

Fair Play News Septembre 2026