World Sports Program Annual Summit

World Sports Program Summit 2026: Reimagining the Role of Sport in a Changing World

The 2026 Summit marks the beginning of a new era for global sport - one defined by integrity, access, and shared responsibility.

Over three days, delegates will explore how sport can advance peace, empower youth, and strengthen trust in global institutions.

Together, participants will collaborate to set a global framework for the future of sport: one that protects athletes, expands access, and unites nations through fair play and shared values.

Who Will Attend

Heads of sports federations, government and diplomatic leaders, business and media executives, sports founders, academics, investors, and changemakers redefining the future of sport.

Featured Focus Areas

Sport & Peacebuilding: How sport can rebuild communities divided by conflict.

Access: Creating pathways for participation and representation at every level.

Governance & Trust: Rethinking how sports systems are led and held accountable.

Innovation & Technology: Exploring AI, sustainability, and digital transformation in sport.

Youth & Inclusion: Empowering the next generation of global leaders.

Outcomes

Launch new initiatives that unite communities through sport.

Support ethical governance and transparency in major institutions.

Expand access and youth participation worldwide.

Build a global network of leaders committed to sport as a tool for peace and progress.

Join the Conversation

Participation in the Summit is by invitation only.

To express interest in participation or partnership: team@wsprogram.org