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Different backgrounds. One team. One goal: inclusion. ⚽🤝 Last week, the @EU_Commission joined the Unity EURO Cup in Italy, bringing refugee players and host communities together through football. 🇪🇺💙 Breaking barriers. Sport for everyone. 👉 link.europa.eu/pMJTBC
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Last chance to register and attend on the spot! The #ErasmusPlus Sport Info Day 2027 approaches! 🏀 Learn about sport priorities and funding opportunities for 2027 🏀 Get practical advice on submitting a proposal & get inspired by successful stories link.europa.eu/TyFBjT
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A 🆕report on the fight against hate speech in sport tell us that much of the problem remains unseen. Normalisation & lack of trust discourage people from reporting but let us be clear: hate has no place in sport. It's time to change the game, know more: link.europa.eu/pMJTBC
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Don’t walk, RUN! The #ErasmusPlus Sport Info Day 2027 is coming! 🏃 When? 18 December. Where? Brussels, 🇧🇪 Register now and get to: 💶 Know more about funding opportunities 🤝 Exchange with peers from across Europe Level up your Erasmus+ Sport game: link.europa.eu/8JVXHj
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What a WEEK! The #EuropeanWeekOfSport comes to an end today, but year after year, it never ceases to impress us. From the President @vonderleyen to Commissioner @GlennMicallef to YOU! Thank you all for taking part and see you next year! 👏
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It's World Heart Day. Little and often is exactly how your heart likes to be trained, same as the rest of you. The European Week of Sport still has a few days left. Find an event near you before 30 September: link.europa.eu/8HwNXR #BeActive your way
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"At a time when so much can pull people apart, sport creates a reason for people to come together" - @GlennMicallef's message at the opening ceremony today. 👏 The European Week of Sport is officially open in Dublin. #BeActive your way
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Hear the rhythm? It's time to get moving, any way you choose. The European Week of Sport starts today, across Europe. Find an event near you 🔗link.europa.eu/8HwNXR #BeActive your way
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More than half of Europeans spend less than €20 a month on sport. You don't need to break the bank to stay active. Full findings in the latest Eurobarometer on Sport and Physical Activity, out today 🔗 link.europa.eu/YCj6jx #BeActive
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Sport club membership is not required: Europeans stay active in parks, fitness facilities, and at their daily commute. Physical activity isn't limited to organised sport. See the full picture in the latest Eurobarometer on Sport and Physical Activity🔗 link.europa.eu/YCj6jx
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Moreover, 26% of people exercise to improve their mental health, and 39% to relax, meaning physical activity brings much more than physical benefits. #BeActive
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Europeans are getting more active: 61% now do exercise, up 6 percentage points since 2022, according to the latest Eurobarometer, out today. 🔗 link.europa.eu/8Rf8qX #BeActive
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Progress isn't the whole story. 39% of Europeans still say they never exercise. Time & motivation remain the biggest barriers. That's why the #EuropeanWeekofSport makes sport accessible and attractive to all, across Europe. Starts tomorrow! 🔗 link.europa.eu/9YwPgh #BeActive
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It’s today! The President of the European Commission will present the State of the European Union. What are the key priorities shaping our common future? From the challenges to the opportunities, what’s next for Europe? Watch live and find out. ➡️ link.europa.eu/xRM4FD
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We’re looking for young people with diverse background to be a part of the Civil Protection Forum 2026. 🗣️ Europe's risk landscape is changing and young people are key to building resilient communities. 💪 Sounds like you? Apply by 18 September: link.europa.eu/D8qhtk
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The #BeActive EU Sport Awards Call is still open! Apply if your work reflects the true spirit of sport. We’ll reward real impact across 5 categories: 🚴Physical activity 🌈Inclusion 🫶Volunteering 🤝Across generations 🕊️ Peace Deadline 17 September: link.europa.eu/cbv7FJ
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The European Week of Sport starts 23 September. It’s time to get moving. No pressure, no judgement. For every age, every ability, all across Europe. Find an event near you 🔗 link.europa.eu/yctFY4 #BeActive your way
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The European Week of Sport returns for its 11th year from 23 to 30 September. This year, the Week encourages participants in 42 countries to #BeActive their way: no pressure, no judgment. More information: link.europa.eu/8HwNXR #BeActive
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Your reminder that the #BeActive EU Sport Awards Call is still open! We’re rewarding real impact across 5 categories: 🚴Physical activity 🌈Inclusion 🫶Volunteering 🤝Across generations 🕊️ Peace If your work encourages community & change, apply now: link.europa.eu/cbv7FJ
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Every move counts, whether it's a sprint or a walk to the shop. That's the message of the European Week of Sport 2026 (23–30 September). We teamed up with Eurosport and @Europe_Active to spread it across the continent! Full story → link.europa.eu/WqJBkJ #BeActive your way
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