Unity in Sport!
What we stand for
Sport Pride stands for a sporting world where everyone can be themselves. Sport is for and belonging to everyone, but that is still not a given everywhere. For many LGBTQIA+ athletes, sport does not automatically feel like a socially safe or open space. Assumptions, exclusion and a lack of visibility still have an impact. Sport Pride works to change that reality by increasing visibility, opening up conversations and using sport as a powerful means for connection and equality.
Since 2015 Sport Pride has been part of Pride Amsterdam. What began as an initiative to connect Pride with Sport and Sport with Pride has grown into a solid and diverse platform within the sports world. Over the years Sport Pride has evolved into a movement that brings together sport, emancipation and social change. Sport Pride believes sport is more than performance alone: it is a place where people meet, build trust and dare to show who they are.
Our conviction is clear: who you are or who you love should never be a barrier to play sport, coach, mentor or be active in sport. A socially safe sporting environment is not an extra — it is a basic requirement.
Who we are here for
Sport Pride is for everyone who cares about sport and believes in inclusion. For recreational players, amateurs and elite athletes, but equally for trainers, coaches, volunteers, board members and supporters. For people inside and outside the LGBTQIA+ community who want to build a sporting culture where respect, openness and equality are the norm.
With a diverse and committed team, Sport Pride works to connect individual athletes with the broader sports sector. Through collaborations with sports organisations, federations, clubs and social partners, inclusion is not only discussed but made concrete in policy, awareness and everyday practice. This creates lasting impact, from athlete to coach, from volunteer to board member.
Sport Pride & UNITY
Under the mottoSport Pride – UNITY in Motionwe show how sport connects, creates visibility and brings movement to social change. In a city where freedom, diversity and equality come together, Sport Pride positions sport as an indispensable part of Pride. A recurring highlight in this programme is the Sport Pride Conference, where sport, policy and social themes meet and there is space for encounter, dialogue and inspiration.
Our ambition
Sport Pride looks ahead. Although important steps have been taken, the road to full inclusivity is not finished. LGBTQIA+ people still encounter barriers and feelings of insecurity in sport every day. We will not accept that inequality. Driven by lived experiences, Sport Pride continues to build a sporting world that is fairer, socially safer and more accessible for everyone.
Sport Pride is more than a programme. It is a movement. And an invitation to join during Pride, to move together and to set sport in motion.
Stay informed about Sport Pride
Multiple events take place each year within Sport Pride. New events aregradually addedtowards Pride Amsterdam. At the top of this page you’ll find a short, up-to-date overview of Sport Pride events. For a complete list, see all Sport Pride events on thecomplete Pride Amsterdam event calendar.
Sport Pride on Instagram – or view the Sport Pride Foundation website.
