Beyond Sport Awards Announces Shortlist

Beyond Sport has announced its Beyond Sport Global Awards official shortlist, showcasing 37 organisations that are using sport to promote and achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s).

The 37 on the shortlist highlight a diverse portfolio of work, from organiations raising awareness of endangered marine habitats through sailing with fishermen in Vietnam; to the use of triathlon in empowering adolescent girls in Long Island; to a ground-breaking digital media training program which uses football to provide underserved youth with the skills, support and a public platform to make their voices heard.

The shortlist represents issues such as: health, gender, STEM education, equality, climate change, accessibility and inclusion, tech and employability.

This year Beyond Sport overhauled the Awards to align with the UN SDG’s and received over 250 entries, representing 70 countries and 40 sports.

These organisations within the Beyond Sport network of over 2,500 projects in 148 countries receive exclusive media opportunities, facilitated partnership introductions, resource possibilities, and promotional activities.

Shortlisted representatives will receive a complimentary pass to attend the annual Beyond Sport Awards Ceremony and Beyond Sport United conference from 26^th – 27^th July in New York City, including logistical planning and support.

View the full Beyond Sport Global Awards Official Shortlist by clicking here.