07.02.2025 IIHF Finalizes Agreement with NHL and NHLPA for the Olympic Winter Games 2026 The agreement officially marks the return of NHL players to the Olympic stage for the first time since the 2014 Olympic Winter Games in Sochi, Russia.
04.13.2026 The World Players Summit 2026: Explore the Program and Parallel Tracks The World Players Summit 2026 program combines plenary sessions with parallel tracks, allowing participants to engage in both shared discussions and focused conversations across key areas such as governance, legal strategy, health and safety, player relations, and development. Read more
04.07.2026 African Leagues and FIFPRO Africa agreement marks milestone for social dialogue in the region African Leagues and FIFPRO Africa have signed a landmark agreement establishing formal social dialogue across the continent. Read more
04.03.2026 AFL and AFLPA agree landmark illicit drugs policy focused on health, support and accountability The AFL and AFLPA have agreed a new illicit drugs policy that strengthens testing, introduces structured support pathways and prioritises player wellbeing. Read more
04.02.2026 Players call for equality and stronger engagement with player associations following Women’s Asian Cup Players call for equal prize money and stronger engagement with player associations following the Women’s Asian Cup, highlighting the need for collective bargaining and structural change to match the game’s rapid growth. Read more
03.20.2026 Women's basketball players just made history — and it matters for every athlete The agreement between the WNBPA and the WNBA sets a new benchmark for collective bargaining in women's sport, demonstrating how player-led negotiations — anchored in solidarity and participation — can drive lasting improvements in working conditions and industry standards. Read more
03.06.2026 World Players Leads Adoption of Historic Global Guidelines on Athlete Rights World Players Association helped secure the adoption of historic international guidelines at the ILO Meeting of Experts in Geneva. Read more