EMCA Connect Istanbul: Athletes for Change (A4C)

During the EMCA Connect Autumn 2025 weekend in Istanbul, the Athletes for Change (A4C) project was featured in the EMCA Projects Poster Walk, showcasing how sport can become a driver of social impact and civic engagement across Europe.

Athletes for Change mobilises athletes as changemakers by connecting them through a European online platform with social initiatives and trusted NGOs. The project’s vision is to use sport as a catalyst for social inclusion, civic participation, and sustainable community development, while strengthening the visibility and governance of sports philanthropy.

EMCA is a partner in this project, supporting the exchange of best practices and the involvement of multisport clubs in socially impactful activities.