FISU Gender Equality Awards 2025: Now Accepting Applications!

We’re high to announce that the nominations are officially open for the 9th edition of the FISU Gender Equality Awards! These awards honor unique projects and enterprise that promote gender equality in sports and create a more general environment within university sports worldwide.

There are two award categories:

FISU Gender Equality Project Award – National and Continental University Gender Equality Sports Federations (NUSFs and CUSFs) can submit an unlimited number of nominations.

FISU Gender Equality Champion Award – Each NUSF or CUSF can submit only one nominee.

How to apply:

Nominations are open to all NUSFs and CUSFs, and we inspire you to nominate commendable candidates. 

For details on the nomination process, qualification convention, selection Gender Equality guidelines, and the nomination form, please refer to the document, General Brochure, and Rules and Regulations that have been sent via email to all NUSFs/CUSFs.

The FISU Gender Equality Project Award is given to projects that have already been implemented at least once in 2023 or 2024. Special consideration will be given to projects that are sustainable and can be replicated by other organizations around the world.

The winning project will receive a €5000 grant from FISU.For instance, in 2023, the Portuguese Academic Federation of University Sport (FADU) won the FISU Gender Equality Project Award for their ‘Challenge the Numbers’ campaign, which focused on positive sports involvement through activities promoting equality, integrity, and value.

These awards are an amazing opportunity to inspire change, establish collective commitments, and celebrate the progress being made toward gender equality in sports.

How to Apply for the FISU Gender Equality Awards

Nominations for the 2025 FISU Gender Equality Awards are now open! These prestigious awards celebrate individuals and projects that are driving gender equality and inclusivity within university sports. If you represent a National University Sports Federation (NUSF) or a Continental University Sports Federation (CUSF), we encourage you to submit nominations for deserving candidates and initiatives.

Who Can Apply

Nominations are open to all NUSFs and CUSFs. These organizations are invited to put forward projects or individuals who have made a significant impact on gender equality in sports.

Where to Find the Details

For full details on the nomination process, eligibility criteria, selection guidelines, and the nomination form, please refer to the General Brochure and Rules and Regulations that have been sent via email to all NUSFs and CUSFs. These documents provide important information to ensure your nominations meet all the necessary requirements.

Why Apply for the FISU Gender Equality Awards?

Winning or even being shortlisted for the FISU Gender Equality Awards is a suggestive success.
Here’s why institutions and human should consider applying:

Global identification: Award winners receive international exposure and mention for their contributions to gender equality in sports.

Networking Opportunities: Winners and appointee get the chance to connect with other leaders, organizations, and professionals in the field of university sports and gender justification.

Support for Your action: Winning projects receive increased visibility, potentially leading to funding opportunities and partnerships to expand their impact.

Inspiration and importance: By sharing their stories, winners and candidate inspire other institutions and individuals to take action in promoting gender equality.