IAPESGW
International Association of Physical Education and Sport for Girls and Women
Honoring Leadership: IAPESGW’s Global Impact Recognized in Brazil
Brazil recognizes the importance of IAPESGW as an international institution with a long-standing history dedicated to promoting and strengthening women’s participation in Physical Education, sport, physical activity, and dance.
This recognition was reaffirmed during the Forum held in Cascavel, Paraná, Brazil, in September 2026. On this occasion, IAPESGW President, Prof. Dr. Maria Luisa M. Guinto, was honored in recognition of her leadership and her contribution to strengthening the institution and its international presence.
Physical Education in India
IAPESGW is pleased to highlight the Routledge publication Physical Education in India: Tradition, Development, and Contemporary Perspectives, edited by Prof. Usha Sujit Nair, Vice President of IAPESGW.
The volume offers a comprehensive examination of the history, policy and contemporary development of physical education in India, including teacher education, government initiatives, infrastructure and diverse State perspectives. Of particular relevance to IAPESGW is its dedicated attention to girls and women in physical education, alongside wider concerns of inclusion, equity and participation.
The book forms part of the ISCPES International Studies in Sport and Physical Education Series.
Vol. 48 No. SI (2026): Special Issue on Gender, PE and Sport
This Special Issue on Gender, PE, and Sport brings together original research presented at the 20th World Congress of the International Association of Physical Education and Sport for Girls and Women (IAPESGW), held in Cebu, Philippines, in November 2025. Convened under the theme Equity in Action: A Global Dialogue on the Advancement of Women and Girls in Physical Education and Sport Innovation, the Congress united scholars and practitioners from across the globe in a shared commitment to increasing meaningful participation of girls and women in physical education and sport.
IAPESGW Board Meeting
The IAPESGW – International Association of Physical Education and Sport for Girls and Women Board held another important meeting, focusing on key updates, ongoing activities, and the planning of upcoming initiatives.
The meeting reinforced IAPESGW’s commitment to international cooperation, strengthening its global actions, and promoting the participation of girls and women in physical education, sport, and physical activity.
We continue working together, connecting countries, experiences, and perspectives to foster new projects, partnerships, and opportunities for international collaboration.
IAPESGW @IWG Global Summit 2026
Our president, Dr. Maria Luisa M. Guinto, is one of the panelists @ IWG Global Summit from July 9-11 in Birmingham / UK. In the WSI session, hosted by Diane Huffman, Prof. Kari Fasting and Emily Cameron-Blake, outstanding women in the field share their career experiences. Join the session on Friday, July 10th, 1:15-2:30 in Hall 8.
Use the opportunity to meet IAPESGW and IAPESGW Executive Board Members on site:
President Dr. Maria Luisa M. Guinto, former president Dr. Rosa Diketmueller, Secretary Fatmia Al Faquir.
Give to Gain – Workshop in Hyderabad/India on March 30
IAPESGW Vice President, Usha Nair organized an excellent Workshop on “Give to Gain” with the aim to empower women and girls through Physical Activity and Active Living.
New Executive Board elected
At the General Assembly in November 2025, a new Executive Board 2025-2029 has been elected:
President: Maria Luisa Guinto (Philippines)
Vice presidents: Marilin Gonzales (Spain), Usha Sujit Nair (India)
Communications: Eliana Ferreira (Brazil)
Executive Board Members: Maryam Koushkie Jahromi (Iran), Fatima El Faquir (Morocco)
World Congress Organizers: 2029: Rosa Diketmueller (Austria), 2025: Geraldine Bernardo (Philippines)
Open for application: secretary / treasurer
Further co-opted members will be nominated by the Executive Board
General Assembly online Nov 5th, 6 PM Philippine time /11 AM CET (winter time)
Due to the devastative Typhon directly through Cebu, the local organizers suggested to start the Congress on Nov 6. The originally scheduled General Assembly on Nov 6 onsite needs to be rescheduled to Nov 5th, 6 PM Philippine time zone. All members (and observers) are invited to join the General Assembly via Zoom: ID: 796 809 0269 Passcode: Isa40:31. Have a view into the agenda.
IAPESGW Congress start rescheduled Nov 6!
The 20th IAPESGW Congress in Cebu, Philippines has started! Due to the devastative Typhon directly through CEBU on Nov 4, the programme had to be rescheduled and will start with the Opening on November 6th. Please have a look at the updated schedule. Look for further updates at the organizers Bulletin’s!
