Despite the fact that the concept of the right to sport is spreading internationally, tensions persist between authoritarian elite sport and public-oriented grassroots sport, varying across countries. Given that sport intersects with state, institutional, and individual interests, there is a need to examine authoritarian dynamics, and international solidarity is essential. The objectives of the session are to lay the foundation for a global initiative, reach agreement on guidelines, establish governance mechanisms, develop exchange platforms, and raise the profile of sport and human rights.
