This prestigious international event aims to highlight the vital role of urban sports infrastructure and public participation in achieving sustainable urban development. It will bring together municipal leaders, urban planners, university professors, researchers, and international experts in sports policy to exchange ideas and discuss effective strategies for integrating citizen sports into sustainable urban development programs.
Commenting on the upcoming conference, the Secretary General stated:
“The organization of the second edition of this conference reflects our unwavering commitment to improving the quality of urban life through the promotion of physical activity and sustainable practices. Our objective is to provide a dynamic international platform for exchanging experiences, presenting innovative solutions, examining successful models of urban sports management, and strengthening international cooperation to leverage sport as a catalyst for social cohesion and environmental sustainability in modern cities.”
The conference program will feature keynote speeches, specialized scientific sessions, expert panel discussions, and educational workshops covering topics such as citizen sports policy, urban tourism, sustainable infrastructure development, and strategies to increase public participation in sports activities. Participants will also explore innovative approaches to optimizing urban spaces for active lifestyles while adhering to international standards of sustainability and social inclusion.
The International Federation of Municipal Sports and Tourism cordially invites municipal authorities, sports federations and organizations, universities, researchers, and international institutions to participate in this significant event and contribute to the shared vision of building healthier, more vibrant, resilient, and sustainable cities for future generations.
Further information and detailed announcements regarding the conference, including registration procedures, scientific program, and partnership opportunities, will be released soon.
International Federation of Municipal Sports and Tourism Announces the 2nd International Scientific and Research Conference on Citizen Sports and Sustainable Development
TEHRAN, IRAN – The Secretary General of the International Federation of Municipal Sports and Tourism (IFMST) is pleased to announce that the Second International Scientific and Research Conference on Citizen Sports and Sustainable Development will be held on November 19, 2026, hosted by Tehran, Iran.
This prestigious international event aims to highlight the vital role of urban sports infrastructure and public participation in achieving sustainable urban development. It will bring together municipal leaders, urban planners, university professors, researchers, and international experts in sports policy to exchange ideas and discuss effective strategies for integrating citizen sports into sustainable urban development programs.
Commenting on the upcoming conference, the Secretary General stated:
“The organization of the second edition of this conference reflects our unwavering commitment to improving the quality of urban life through the promotion of physical activity and sustainable practices. Our objective is to provide a dynamic international platform for exchanging experiences, presenting innovative solutions, examining successful models of urban sports management, and strengthening international cooperation to leverage sport as a catalyst for social cohesion and environmental sustainability in modern cities.”
The conference program will feature keynote speeches, specialized scientific sessions, expert panel discussions, and educational workshops covering topics such as citizen sports policy, urban tourism, sustainable infrastructure development, and strategies to increase public participation in sports activities. Participants will also explore innovative approaches to optimizing urban spaces for active lifestyles while adhering to international standards of sustainability and social inclusion.
The International Federation of Municipal Sports and Tourism cordially invites municipal authorities, sports federations and organizations, universities, researchers, and international institutions to participate in this significant event and contribute to the shared vision of building healthier, more vibrant, resilient, and sustainable cities for future generations.
Further information and detailed announcements regarding the conference, including registration procedures, scientific program, and partnership opportunities, will be released soon.
