Webinar : "Exploring the European Sporting Heritage"

Free on registration

We will present the results of the initial phase of the My Sporting Heritage research project. This session will feature detailed presentations from two esteemed scholars, Dr. Niek Pas and Bodil Borset, who will share their insights and findings.

If you are registered, save this link to access the webinar on the day: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83094775149?pwd=ACwjekaiaEauIeVGxsNhitpK7ISERL.1

Webinar Agenda:

1. Welcome and Introduction
2. Project Overview: First Phase and Completed Research
3. European History of Sport and Cultural Heritage
   - What Sporting Heritage Says About a Country: The nautical history of the Netherlands - Dr. Niek Pas, Senior Lecturer in Contemporary History, Department of History - University of Amsterdam
   - Rindal Ski Museum: A Living Heritage of Ski-Making and Sport - Bodil Børset, Head of department Rindal Ski Museum
   - Open discussion
4. My Sporting Heritage" Future Objectives
5. Q&A and Closing Remarks

Featured Speakers:

• Dr. Niek Pas: Dr. Niek Pas specializes in contemporary French history and the decolonization of the French Empire, with a focus on the interplay of media and politics in France. He has authored several books and is currently researching cycling as an identity marker in Algeria. The project also aims to promote French-Dutch cooperation in sports research and a cultural perspective in sports history.
  
• Bodil Børset : Bodil Børset is an experienced leader in museums, cultural and creative industries, and public administration. With a strong background in literature and cultural heritage, she has served as a senior adviser in the Norwegian Directorate of Culture and has previously directed the Hamsun Centre.

Project My Sporting Heritage

Objectives:
The My Sporting Heritage project aims to identify, preserve, and promote European sporting heritage. By doing so, the project seeks to strengthen a sense of belonging to the European Union through heritage, physical practices, and the values of sport.

Background and Motivation:
Despite a rich European sporting heritage recognized by experts in the field of sport and culture, the general public remains largely unaware of its significance. The My Sporting Heritage project addresses this gap by providing educational tools that explore European sporting culture through the lens of heritage, especially targeting young people.

Planned Project Outcomes:
Through several workshops, online conferences, and printed publications, the project will take stock of Europe's sporting heritage and make research accessible to a wider audience. Key outcomes include the creation of digital educational tools related to physical activities for young people, a virtual exhibition highlighting the common heritage of European member states, and a digital educational kit featuring games available for free download in multiple languages. These resources aim to celebrate and promote Europe’s sporting heritage.

More information: My Sporting Heritage