Professor Stevo Popović of the University of Montenegro represented the i4EUFITMOS project at the PASTECHL Podgorica 2025 Conference, which took place on 18 October 2025 at the Science and Technology Park of Montenegro in Podgorica. His participation formed part of the Networking and Project Presentations session, held from 19:45 to 21:00 and dedicated to the dissemination of ongoing EU-funded projects. The session aimed to inform conference delegates—including stakeholders, researchers, and industry representatives—about current European initiatives and their expected outcomes. Projects were showcased in a poster-style exhibition format using roll-up posters, allowing participants to engage in direct discussions with project representatives. During the session, Professor Popović presented the main objectives of the i4EUFITMOS project, its current progress, and the planned outputs to be delivered upon completion. Conference participants who visited the i4EUFITMOS poster were introduced to the project’s ongoing development phase, with particular emphasis on its innovative methodologies and anticipated impact in the field. This dissemination activity contributed to raising awareness of the i4EUFITMOS project within the international academic and professional community, fostered potential future collaborations, and strengthened the visibility of the project’s outcomes within the European research area.

The newsletter presents the most interesting and important updates from the past six months. The main section features a report on six chronologically outlined MSE events, each organised by one of the project’s partner countries. The purpose of these events was to present and disseminate the project’s outcomes, as well as to engage in discussions with physical education teachers and sports pedagogues regarding the next steps of the project. Particular emphasis was placed on digital solutions and potential upgrades to the existing platform, which could significantly improve and simplify data entry, processing, analysis, and visualisation. The newsletter also includes an important update noting that the EU Delegation to Albania highlighted the work and impact of the Albanian Sports Science Association (ASSA) and the EUFITMOS and I4EUFITMOS projects as examples of innovative sports and health initiatives that meaningfully improve children’s lives. It has been published on the official project website and shared through the communication channels of the partner organizations. You can access it here: https://eufitmos.eu/…/i4EUFITMOS-newsletter-November…

We are very happy to announce that the EU Delegation to Albania has featured the Albanian Sports Science Association (ASSA) in a special article highlighting innovative approaches to sport, fitness, and health education. This recognition underlines the growing impact of ASSA’s work on improving the health and well-being of children in Albania and beyond. Driving innovation in sport and health With the support of the European Union, ASSA has become a leading organisation in integrating sport, fitness, education, and artificial intelligence to promote healthier lifestyles among children and youth. Through research-driven initiatives and practical programmes, ASSA addresses key challenges in children’s physical development, particularly in the context of rising inactivity and increasing rates of overweight and obesity. In Albania, recent data shows that around 14% of schoolchildren are overweight and 7–8% are affected by obesity. These figures reflect a pressing need for early interventions and sustainable systems that encourage regular physical activity, support inclusive participation, and equip educators and decision-makers with evidence-based tools. Featured projects USSI ProjectInclusive sport modules that offer adapted activities such as judo for children with disabilities, helping them develop coordination, confidence, and social inclusion. EUFITMOSA large-scale school-based fitness monitoring system that establishes European standards for assessing and improving children’s health and wellness across Albania. i4EUFITMOSNext-generation digital tools powered by artificial intelligence, designed to provide teachers, parents, and policymakers with actionable insights to support children’s physical activity and development. Building a healthier future These projects represent a major step towards creating a sustainable, data-informed, and inclusive approach to sport and health education. They also demonstrate how international collaboration and EU support can drive meaningful change and improve the quality of life for future generations. ASSA remains committed to expanding these initiatives, fostering cross-sector cooperation, and sharing its expertise across Europe to build a healthier and more active future for children.

The fourth Multiplier Sport Event of the project, organized by the Sports Union of Slovenia, took place in May in Ljubljana. The event was divided into two parts, both facilitated by Žiga Sodržnik, Secretary for Programme Implementation at SUS. On Tuesday, May 27, the first part was held in the SUS meeting room, in collaboration with a small group of five physiotherapists and coaches. The aim was to gather insights and suggestions from professionals who primarily work with adults. The second part took place on Wednesday, May 28, in the SUS Eurofitness sports hall and was attended by 35 participants, mostly physical education teachers, who work with children and adolescents. Both parts of the event focused on the same topic: a presentation of the EUFITMOS and i4EUFITMOS projects, an overview of the questionnaire results, followed by the main segment – a discussion on potential digital upgrades and solutions to enhance the platform’s functionality and the overall effectiveness of the project.

Second Multiplier Sport Event within the i4EUFITMOS project was successfully held in Greece, organised by the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTh). The event was led by Associate Professor Thrasyvoulos Tsiatsos, a professor at AUTh and the coordinator of the i4EUFITMOS project. The meeting took place on 9 May at the Olympic Museum in Thessaloniki. Participants were given a detailed presentation of the i4EUFITMOS project – its key objectives, the countries involved in the consortium, the EUFITMOS fitness assessment battery, and the online platform for data input and analysis. In the second part of the event, attention was directed toward analysing the questionnaire results and discussing potential digital upgrades and solutions aimed at further improving the platform’s functionality and enhancing the overall effectiveness of the project.