Webinar Series - “The Journey to Ghent Begins Here”
SAVE THE DATE!
Dear Panathlon Friends,
On the upcoming 19th (Tuesday) at 2:30 PM (Brazil time) we will hold another event within the Webinar Series, organized by the Panathlon International Commission for Culture, Research, and Education.
On this occasion, Paul Standaert, President of Panathlon International – Belgium District and host of the events to be held in Ghent, Belgium, on June 4, 5, 6, and 7, will join us.
The theme “The Journey to Ghent Begins Here” aims to provide an overview of all the activities scheduled for those dates.
Don’t miss it!
Webinar Series - Panathlon International: Focus on Ghent 2026
9 April 2026 - Panathlon International is preparing for a moment of great significance: the 23rd International Congress, to be held in Ghent (Belgium) from 4 to 7 June 2026, marking the 75th anniversary of the Association’s commitment to promoting ethics and values in sport.
The recent webinar offered a comprehensive preview of the Congress, highlighting its vision and structure. The event brought together representatives from all over the world, reinforcing Panathlon’s international dimension and its role within the Olympic Movement and the European institutional context.
The programme was designed to combine tradition and innovation.
The first day was dedicated to sports diplomacy, youth engagement and governance, exploring the role of sport as a tool for dialogue, inclusion and cooperation between cultures.
Particular attention was paid to young people, not only as participants but as future ambassadors of sporting values.
The second day addressed key issues such as integrity and good governance in sport, with contributions from international institutions, the academic world and industry experts. This reflects Panathlon International’s growing commitment to the global debate on transparency, ethics and accountability in sport.
Alongside the Congress, the Best Practices Exhibition was also launched, inviting Clubs and Districts to present their projects and their impact on the local community. The contributions gathered will be compiled into a digital handbook, creating a shared repository of experiences and best practices.
The Ghent Congress represents not only a celebration of 75 years of history, but above all a strategic opportunity to look to the future, strengthen international cooperation and reaffirm Panathlon International’s mission: to promote sport as a tool for education, ethics and social development.
Webinar Series - XXIII Congresso Internacional do Panathlon International
A série de webinars promovida pela Comissão de Cultura, Pesquisa e Educação (CCRE) do Panathlon International continua a despertar grande interesse.
O próximo evento, dedicado ao XXIII Congresso Internacional do Panathlon International, será realizado na quinta-feira, 9 de abril, às 14h30 (horário de Brasília)
Plataforma ZOOM https://cutt.ly/crec-pi
Webinar Series: Environmental Intelligence and Innovation in Sport: a new agenda for Panathlon International
The Webinar Series promoted by the Culture, Research and Education Commission (CCRE) continues, dedicated to exploring best educational practices related to fair play.
The next event, dedicated to the presentation of the book entitled ‘Environmental Intelligence’ published by member Lamartine Da Costa of the Panathlon Club Rio de Janeiro, will be held on Monday 19 January 2026 at 6 p.m. CET.
ZOOM platform http://bit.ly/webinarseries-pi
Webinar Series: “Teaching fair play in schools. Challenges, opportunities, and goals: PWB best practices”
The Webinar Series promoted by the Culture, Research, and Education Commission (CCRE) continues, dedicated to exploring best educational practices related to fair play.
The next event, entitled "Teaching fair play in schools. Challenges, opportunities, and objectives: PWB best practices," will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
ZOOM platform http://bit.ly/webinarseries-pi
We look forward to seeing you there!
Panathlon International Hosts 2nd Webinar Series on Match-Fixing and Betting Integrity
On May 14th, 2025, Panathlon International’s Culture, Research and Education Commission (PI-CREC) successfully hosted the second edition of its Webinar Series, focusing on the increasingly critical issue of match-fixing and betting integrity in sport.
The session, titled “Match-fixing and betting integrity: The challenge of the 21st century”, was coordinated by the PI-CREC Member, Fábio Figueiras (Portugal) and brought together experts and members of the Panathlon community for an evening of education, debate, and awareness-raising.
The event opened at 21:00 (CET) with greetings from Fábio Figueiras, who then gave the floor to Giorgio Chinellato, President of Panathlon International. In his welcome message, President Chinellato emphasized the importance of tackling corruption in sport and upholding Panathlon’s values of fair play and ethics.
At 21:10, João Paulo Almeida delivered a comprehensive PowerPoint presentation covering the main concepts, challenges, and emerging trends in match-fixing. This set the stage for the interactive panel discussion that followed.
Beginning at 21:30, panelists Nuno Perestrelo, João Paulo Almeida, and Fábio Figueiras explored key topics such as:
• Role of education and Panathlon Clubs contribution to this
• Responsibilities of sports federations and the media
• Key risks, including illegal betting and inside Information
At 21:50, the discussion was opened to questions from the audience.
The webinar concluded at 22:05 with a summary and final remarks by Fábio Figueiras, who underscored the need for continued dialogue, international cooperation, and proactive solutions to safeguard the integrity of sport.
To ensure accessibility and inclusivity, the session was conducted in Portuguese, with automatic subtitle translation into multiple languages available through Zoom.
Panathlon International thanks all speakers, participants, and attendees for their valuable contributions. The Commission remains committed to promoting ethical values in sport through education, dialogue, and awareness-raising initiatives.
Panathlon International - 2nd Webinar Series - 14 May 2025
We are delighted to announce the 2nd Webinar Series organised by the Culture, Research and Education Commission of Panathlon International.
Topic: Match fixing and betting integrity: The challenge of the 21st century, coordinator Fabio Figueiras (P)
The webinar will be held in Portuguese with automatic translation of subtitles on Zoom for all languages.
We invite PI members and anyone interested to participate in this interesting online meeting
Access with the QR code or
Free event ....
Great Success for the First Webinar Series Event by Panathlon International’s Culture, Research, and Education Commission
With great enthusiasm, we announce that on March 25, the first initiative of Panathlon International’s Culture, Research, and Education Commission took place: the Webinar Series, a new format designed to bring current topics to discussion and implementation within our Panathlon Clubs.
Webinar Topic: How to Make Sedentary People More Active
Sedentary behaviour is now recognized as Public Health Enemy No. 1, as it is a risk factor for chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, heart attack, stroke, and mental disorders like memory loss and depression. However, there is a clear and effective solution: physical activity!
To address this crucial issue, we had the honour of hosting Dr. Victor Matsudo, a world-renowned expert in Sports Medicine, creator of the Agita São Paulo Program, and a member of the IOC and WHO committees. During his presentation, Dr. Matsudo shared strategies and best practices for promoting a more active lifestyle within communities, providing Panathletes and other attendees with concrete tools to combat sedentary behaviour.
The event was moderated by Antonio Carlos Bramante, President of Panathlon International’s Culture, Research, and Education Commission, who professionally guided the discussion and engaged participants throughout the session.
An Innovative Webinar
The event gathered around 60 participants, a significant number for this first session. One of the most innovative aspects was the integration of artificial intelligence, which enabled real-time translation with subtitles in each participant’s native language, making the webinar even more accessible and inclusive.
During the session, attendees also had the opportunity to ask insightful questions to Dr. Matsudo, further enriching the discussion and encouraging reflections on how to implement the presented strategies in their clubs and communities.
An Inspiring Message for the Future
At the end of the event, Dr. Matsudo left participants with a motivating thought:
#EveryWalkBeginsWithAStep
A clear and direct invitation to all of us: start making a change today, one step at a time, toward a more active and healthier life!
We thank everyone who participated in this first Webinar Series event and invite you to stay updated on future sessions that will continue to bring value and inspiration to our Panathlon Clubs.
If you missed this opportunity, you have the chance to watch the webinar in its original language (Portuguese) at this link