The nomination period for FISU Student Ambassadors 2025/26 is still open.

With the programme starting on 12 September, FISU Education is reviewing submissions and encourages member federations to send candidate applications. This programme is a global initiative designed to develop young leaders in university sport.

Open to university students aged 18–25, the programme provides a unique opportunity to engage in international sports governance, develop leadership skills, and promote university sport worldwide.

Among others, the role of the FISU Students Ambassadors includes acknowledging the importance of University Sports as a tool for promoting peace, cohesion and unity, to spread the word about FISU and further encourage all students to be actively involved in sports and volunteering activities while simultaneously promoting gender equality and tolerance.

The year-long programme begins with an online training event on 12–13 September 2025, offering selected ambassadors in-depth insights into FISU’s mission, governance, and major international sporting events. Formerly known as the FISU Volunteer Leaders Academy, the initiative now empowers students to represent their countries and National University Sport Federations (NUSFs) while driving positive change in local and regional sports communities.

The programme offers access to global university sport networks and major events, allowing ambassadors to develop and implement action plans to enhance university sport in their home countries. Participants engage in monthly webinars with expert speakers and industry leaders, collaborate with a global community of student leaders on innovative projects, and actively promote key values such as inclusion, gender equality, and sustainability in sport.

With one month to go before the start of the 2025/26 FISU Student Ambassadors programme season, those from member federations interested in the programme are encouraged to submit applications. FISU Education is currently reviewing submissions and welcomes more.

Please contact ambassadors@fisu.net and see https://www.fisu.net/programmes/student-ambassadors/  for more information.