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November 2, 2025

Seventh EOA Congress Prague in Review

The Seventh EOA Congress, held from October 6 to 10, 2025, in Prague, Czech Republic, brought together representatives of 30 National Olympic Academies (NOAs), Olympic experts, and institutional partners from across Europe. Under the theme “Current Issues and Developments of the Olympic Movement”, the Congress continued the EOA’s mission of fostering exchange and cooperation between…

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October 10, 2025

Conclusions of the Eighth EOA General Assembly in Prague

The Eighth General Assembly of the European Olympic Academies (EOA) took place on October 9, 2025, in Prague, marking the conclusion of the Seventh EOA Congress. Hosted at the Grand Majestic Plaza Hotel, the meeting gathered representatives from 26 National Olympic Academies (NOAs), alongside observers from partner organisations including the International Olympic Academy (IOA), the…
October 8, 2025

EOA Flame Awards 2025 Presented at the Gala Dinner in Prague

At the Gala Dinner of the Seventh EOA Congress in Prague, held on 7 October 2025 at the historic Tyrš House, the European Olympic Academies (EOA) proudly presented the EOA Flame Awards 2025, celebrating outstanding contributions to Olympic education and heritage across Europe. This year’s ceremony symbolically bridged the past and present of the Olympic…
October 7, 2025

The Seventh EOA Congress has officially been opened in Prague

The Seventh Congress of the European Olympic Academies (EOA) was officially opened today in Prague, Czech Republic, under the patronage of the European Olympic Committees (EOC). EOA President Prof. Manfred Laemmer and Alexandr Kliment, President of the Czech Olympic Academy, formally inaugurated the event and welcomed more than 60 guests including delegates from 30 National…
October 5, 2025

EOA Flame Award Olympic Education : Winners 2025

The European Olympic Academies (EOA) proudly announce the winners of the EOA Flame Award 2025 in the category Olympic Education. This year, the Serbian Olympic Academy and the German Olympic Academy were recognised for their remarkable contributions to promoting Olympic values and education across generations. Project: Olympic Education in Action – Serbia’s “Promotion of Olympic…
October 5, 2025

EOA Flame Award Olympic Heritage : Winners 2025

The European Olympic Academies (EOA) proudly announce the winners of the EOA Flame Award 2025 in the category Olympic Heritage. This year’s distinction goes to the National Olympic Academy of Ukraine and the Czech Olympic Academy for their outstanding efforts in preserving and promoting the cultural and historical legacy of the Olympic Movement. Project: Celebrating…
October 1, 2025

Olympic Day 2025: Activities, Stories and Inspirations from our Members

Once again in 2025, National Olympic Academies celebrated Olympic Day in Europe with a wide range of activities, bringing the Olympic values into schools, communities and public spaces. From runs and youth events to educational seminars and inclusive projects, the initiatives highlight the diversity and vitality of the Olympic spirit. The EOA Education Commission has…
September 25, 2025

Final Preparations Underway for the EOA Congress in Prague 2025

With just one week to go until our Seventh EOA Congress opens in Prague, preparations with the Czech Olympic Academy are in their final stretch. Led by Zdeněk Škoda and Alexandr Kliment, the local organising team is fine-tuning logistics and content on site so we can welcome our delegates to a setting that encourages focused…
September 23, 2025

Partners officially launched “Integrity and Values Atlas in the Neighbourhood Region” project

The kick-off meeting of the new Erasmus+ project Integrity and Values Atlas in the Neighbourhood Region took place on 12–13 September in Chisinau, Moldova, hosted by the National Olympic Committee of the Republic of Moldova. The meeting gathered all partners to start the project, exchange expertise and agree on management, coordination and communication strategies. A…
September 12, 2025

Annual Report for 2024 published

The EOA is pleased to share its Annual Report for 2024 with you, our members, colleagues and friends in the Olympic Movement. Although released later than usual, the report shines in full light and provides a comprehensive overview of our organisation, our members and our activities throughout the past year. >> Download report << Thank…
August 20, 2025

Beyond Competition: Values, Safeguarding and Friendship at EYOF Skopje 2025

From July 20 to 26, the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) 2025 in Skopje brought together nearly 4,000 athletes from 48 countries for a celebration of sport and culture that went far beyond competition. Alongside thrilling performances in 15 disciplines, the Festival offered a vibrant stage for Olympic values, innovative safeguarding measures and international friendship.…