Fit for Life: Promoting Collective Action to Combat Racism in Sport
Organizers: UNESCO and Barça Foundation
Date: December 9
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Auditori 1899, Spotify Camp Nou (Gate 15)
Description: UNESCO and the Barça Foundation are co-organizing the official launch ceremony of the Fit for Life Network Against Racism. This Network brings together high-level athletes and relevant stakeholders to tackle racism in sport. In this unique gathering, the Barça Foundation will reaffirm its commitment to the Fit for Life Network and announce joint initiatives with UNESCO to combat racism and promote inclusion and equality worldwide. The ceremony will bring together high-level representatives from UNESCO, FC Barcelona, and the Barça Foundation; founding members of the Network, including renowned athletes, sports organizations, and experts; as well as key partners and allies in the fight against racism in sport. The event will feature opening speeches and a roundtable with top-level athletes who will share their personal stories of confronting racism and the groundbreaking actions they have taken to address this issue.