Join global leaders, researchers, practitioners, and policy-makers as we advance the worldwide physical literacy movement. Share best practices, discover groundbreaking research, and forge connections that will transform communities across the globe.

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Speakers

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Attendees

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Countries

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Stronger Together through Movement

Physical literacy builds healthier, more confident and competent people, and stronger societies. IPLC France 2026 brings together leaders, policy makers, practitioners, educators, researchers, environmental planners, and changemakers from across the education, health, physical activity and sport sectors. Under the theme Stronger Together through Movement, we’ll explore what physical literacy looks like across the lifespan, how we integrate it from participation through to policy, and how we turn cutting-edge research into practical tools for those on the front lines. This is where solutions are shared, ideas are sparked, and physical literacy is brought to life in practice.

Conference Streams

The program is organized around four streams, each featuring research presentations, case studies, innovative practices, practical tools, and interactive workshops. Content will be relevant to all levels of physical literacy knowledge and experience.

Physical Literacy for Everyone

Advancing equitable access through inclusive and adapted programming for lifelong development of physical literacy.

Who still doesn't have access to quality programming, and who has access to programs but isn't continuing to develop?

Barriers still keep many people from developing physical literacy. Those who have the opportunity don’t always feel welcome or safe in sport and physical activity programs. Even those who stay physically active don’t always build confidence, competence and motivation. This stream examines how to remove barriers, create environments where people belong, and ensure everyone can be active for life.

Examples of what this stream explores include:

Identifying and addressing systemic barriers (e.g., financial, transportation, language, discrimination, and more) that limit access and participation
Creating and developing programs where people feel welcome, safe, and want to return
What’s working across different countries, sectors and contexts for equity-deserving populations
Strengthening inclusive leadership — why representation in coaching and program design matters

Health and Prevention

Addressing inactivity and supporting wellbeing through physical literacy.

Physical literacy is a gateway to health, so why isn't it central to health policy?

Inactivity is a leading risk factor for chronic disease and costs health systems billions annually. Physical literacy is an important component of healthier living and lifelong physical activity; yet it isn’t considered in most health strategies. The evidence for physical literacy as a determinant of health keeps growing. The investment doesn’t.

Examples of what this stream explores include:

Advancing physical literacy as a core determinant of health within policy, planning, and health system investment
Physical literacy and mental well-being: the evidence, and why it’s reshaping the conversation
Breaking down silos between public health, education, recreation, and sport to create coordinated, person-centred systems
Strengthening physical literacy development and maintenance across the lifespan, benefiting the health of individuals from early childhood through older adulthood

Research and Innovation

Advancing evidence, evaluation, and emerging practices.

Good ideas exist everywhere, but why aren't they spreading faster?

Across the globe, researchers are generating new evidence and practitioners are developing innovative, practical approaches to physical literacy development. But too often, what works in one country, sector, or context stays there. This stream is about the ideas, research, and innovations that deserve wider attention — and how to advance them.

Examples of what this stream explores include:

Identifying and scaling effective innovations that demonstrate impact across diverse contexts
Translating research into practical, usable tools that inform decision-making and day-to-day practice
What helps good ideas cross borders, sectors, and organizations
New tools, technologies, and approaches changing how we develop physical literacy

Quality Environments

Creating safe, meaningful, and developmentally appropriate experiences.

What does quality actually look like, and what does it take to deliver it?

Quality sport and physical activity happens when good programs are delivered by good people in good places. But as simple as that concept sounds, putting it into practice isn’t always easy. This stream focuses on what quality looks like on the ground: the program design, the leaders, and the environments that create positive experiences and help develop physical literacy.

Examples of what this stream explores include:

Program design that develops physical literacy: participant-centred, progressive, challenging, and fun
Equipping and supporting coaches, leaders, officials, and parents to consistently deliver quality experiences
Developmentally appropriate programming — designing for participants’ development stages, not just their ages
Creating environments that are safe, welcoming, and set up for positive experiences

Call for Abstracts

Share your research and innovations with the global physical literacy community.

Submission Deadline: March 29, 2026

Individual Presentation

Interactive Roundtable

Panel Presentation

Poster Session

Why Attend?

Cutting-Edge Research

Access the latest evidence-based research on physical literacy's impact on mental health, workplace performance, and community engagement across the lifespan.

Global Networking

Connect with international experts, policy-makers, and practitioners who are shaping the future of physical literacy in their communities and countries.

Best Practices

Learn proven strategies and implementation frameworks from successful physical literacy programs around the world that you can adapt for your context.

Cross-Sector Collaboration

Discover how education, health, sport, workplace wellness, and community sectors can collaborate to create comprehensive physical literacy pathways.

Policy Development

Gain insights into effective policy frameworks and advocacy strategies to embed physical literacy in national and regional development plans.

Innovation Showcase

Explore innovative tools, technologies, and approaches that are making physical literacy accessible to diverse populations and communities.

Conference Agenda

Day 1: October 1, 2026

Conference opening, keynote speakers, concurrent sessions across all streams, active workshops, and evening welcome reception.

Detailed schedule coming soon

Day 2: October 2, 2026

Full day of keynotes, presentations, interactive workshops, poster sessions, and networking breaks.

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Day 3: October 3, 2026

Morning keynotes, final sessions, panel discussions, closing remarks, and farewell gathering.

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Who Should Attend?

Researchers & Academics

Education Leaders

Sports Professionals

Policy Makers

Community Leaders

PE Teachers

Coaches & Trainers

Public Health Officials

NGO Representatives

Experience Toulouse

Known as “La Ville Rose” (The Pink City), Toulouse offers the perfect blend of rich history, vibrant culture, and modern innovation.

Enjoy Occitan cuisine, explore medieval architecture, and experience the warmth of Southern France while advancing the global physical literacy movement.