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WHO Civil Society Working Group Calls for Action on NCDs
On 2 May 2025, the WHO Civil Society Working Group on Noncommunicable Diseases (CSWG) presented its Consensus Statement at the Multi-stakeholder Hearing for the UN High-Level Meeting on NCDs and Mental Health, held in New York. This hearing was an important milestone of the third cycle (3rd cycle) of the CSWG, which brings together…
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Bill Kohl Peer Review Academy: Applications open until June 15
We’re excited to announce that applications for the second cohort of the Bill Kohl Peer Review Academy are open until June 15, 2025. The Academy supports early career researchers in developing their peer review skills through mentorship from experienced reviewers in the field of physical…
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ISPAH joins the WHO Civil Society Working Group on NCDs
The International Society for Physical Activity and Health (ISPAH) is proud to announce its membership in the World Health Organization (WHO) Civil Society Working Group (CSWG) on Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs). As the only organization within the group dedicated exclusively to physical activity and public health,…
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We’re updating our by-laws
The ISPAH by-laws set out our goals and values as a society, the roles and responsibilities of our Board members and our processes of operation. The by-laws are reviewed biennially to ensure they remain current and updated on an ad hoc basis subject to changes…
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ISPAH Congress – Joint ISPAH/JPAH Early Career Social
Are you attending the ISPAH congress in Paris? Then this ISPAH-JPAH Early Career Social is for you! As an early career researcher, attending conferences can be daunting. So many interesting people, insightful scientific presentations and keynotes, a myriad of social activities and opportunities to network.…
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ISPAH Congress 2024 in Paris: Exciting Updates and Opportunities!
Early Bird Extension to 5th August Don’t miss out on the chance to secure your spot at the ISPAH Congress 2024 in Paris with our Early Bird registration, now extended to 5th August. Register early to benefit from discounted rates and ensure your participation in…
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Are you building a career in physical activity and health but not sure what your next step is?
Join us at our next online ISPAH-JPAH Early Career Social with co-hosts Dr Jacqueline Mair (JPAH Senior Associate Editor) and Dr Kim Straun (ISPAH ECN Chair) where you can connect with our community, share your experiences, and explore the theme of career development. Learn what…
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Announcing a formal partnership between ISPAH and Go-PA!
The Global Observatory for Physical Activity, Go-PA!, was established in 2014 as a council of ISPAH. The aim of Go-PA! is to monitor physical activity surveillance, research, and policy on physical activity worldwide. Since its establishment, Go-PA! has been a very active ISPAH Council. A…
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Launch of ISPAH-JPAH Early Career Socials
Are you an early career professional working in physical activity and health? We’re excited to welcome you to the launch of our very first online Early Career Social, a JPAH-ISPAH collaboration aiming to facilitate peer-to-peer discussions among early career professionals. The first edition will focus…
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Early Career Network (ECN) 2023/24 – Roll Call!
The ISPAH ECN is a group of eight early career professionals working in physical activity and public health across the globe – from Australia to Belgium, Singapore, the UK, Portugal, Vietnam, Türkiye, Mexico and Ethiopia. This committee works hard behind the scenes to provide early…
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World Day for Physical Activity – April 6
World Day for Physical Activity is April 6, 2023. This event was established in 2002, led by Agita Mundo with support from the World Health Organization. This year’s theme – “Have a Good Time! Be Active!” – emphasizes the importance of fun. If we enjoy…
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ISPAH launches new photography competition
As a community interested in physical activity and health, we cannot help but take photos of people being active, good cycle lanes or bike storage, signs that forbid activities such as cycling and skateboarding… Well, now’s your chance to put all those photos to good…
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