Laureus

A morning of celebration at UNESCO House in Paris as Laureus Academy Members and friends from the world of sport united to mark the 100th anniversary of our longstanding partner, the International Sports Press Association (AIPS). The event showcased the importance of quality journalism and celebrated the international media who help share the inspirational stories of sporting achievement with audiences around the world. A huge thanks to AIPS and Gianni Merlo for the continued support. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e32SH2hs #aipscentennial | #SportUnitesUs | #Paris2024

Laureus Legends and inspirational fundraisers are set for an experience of a lifetime this December as the Laureus Challenge heads to South Africa Academy Members, Ambassadors and sports stars will join together as 100 people trek 100km, all raising funds for Laureus Sport for Good and helping to use sport as a platform to support young peoples’ mental health. This will be an exceptional experience, starting in the Elgin Valley and finishing in the foothills around Stellenbosch, and it's one you can be part of. Read more here and find out how to get involved: https://lnkd.in/egqeRirY #SportForGood | #LaureusChallenge2024

Athletes supporting athletes ahead of #Paris2024. Laureus Acadmey Members Lindsey Vonn and Nadia Comăneci share their thoughts ahead of Laureus World Comeback of the Year Simone Biles’ return to Olympic competition. #MentalHealth #SportUnitesUs

Celebrating the transformative power of sport 🌍 Laureus Sport for Good was proud to participate in the #ChangetheGame Sport Conference this week in Paris - ahead of #Paris2024 - alongside inspirational athletes, world leaders and other charities and Foundations which share our aims. Laureus was able to apply our knowledge to a panel on the 'Social Impact of Sport' - something we've been working on for over two decades. Working in collaboration with the UNESCO Fit for Life Alliance, we're committed to using the power of sport to change lives, in Paris and around the world. #SportForGood #UNESCO #Fit4Life

SportLAB Learning Session Join us for an informative and empowering session to hear from organisations taking meaningful steps to include and support transgender and non-binary young people in sport for development programs. Together with Luta pela Paz, The Running Charity and Tribe Identity, we will look beyond the gender binary. Insights and best practices will be shared on how organisations can create an inclusive and safe environment for all young people. Click on the link for more details and to register: https://lnkd.in/eCxV9tX8

We're delighted to announce that Laureus Academy Member Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill will be joining us on the Laureus Challenge 2024 in South Africa. This December, 100 people will unite for a 100km trek, raising funds for Laureus Sport for Good and helping to use sport as a platform to support young peoples’ mental health. Starting in the Elgin Valley and finishing in the foothills around Stellenbosch, this will be a stunning, once-in-a-lifetime trip for all involved. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/egqeRirY #SportForGood | #LaureusChallenge2024

“Sport has the power to change the world.”   This Mandela Day, we share with you the powerful words spoken by the first Patron of Laureus, Nelson Mandela at the inaugural Laureus World Sports Awards in 2000.   The event – and his words - marked the birth of a movement which has worked to celebrate the power of sport ever since. Today, his words resonate more than ever and Laureus Sport for Good continues to be guided by them. #SportForGood | #MandelaDay

"There’s a feeling you only get in sports - it gives me the feeling that I’m alive. I’m a refugee and far away from home, but I’m doing what I love.” The words of Mohammad Amin Alsalami, a member of the International Olympic Committee – IOC Refugee Olympic Team who will compete in the long jump at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. It is the third consecutive Olympic Games, a IOC Refugee Olympic Team will be a part of, with 37 athletes, living in 15 countries, set to compete in 12 different sports. It is the largest team yet. The first team of 10 athletes and the creation of the IOC Refugee Olympic Team prior to Rio 2016 were honoured with the Laureus Sporting Inspiration Award at the 2017 Laureus World Sports Awards, and the team continues to prove the power of sport and send a message of hope, belonging, and inclusion. #SportForGood | #Paris2024 | #RefugeeOlympicTeam

Are you a brand making a positive impact in sport? 🙌   Now in its fourth year, the Laureus Sport for Good Index celebrates brands having a meaningful societal or environmental impact on the sports industry. If you believe the work you're doing in sport is having a measurable, positive impact we would love to hear more about it - nominate your organisation by August 18th at the link below for the chance to join the prestigious alumni of Index brands in 2024. Click here: https://lnkd.in/gCGdyynC #sportforgoodindex | SportsPro

A special moment as Cyprian Nelson performs the coin toss for the Gentlemen’s Singles Final at Wimbledon, representing Laureus-supported programme Carney's Community 🤩 Carney's Community helps young people develop skills, discipline and self-respect through boxing, mentoring, youth club activities and social enterprise schemes. #SportForGood | #Wimbledon