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The excitement is building for what promises to be a remarkable event from 27 to 31 August in Croatia. Here’s everything you need to know as we count down the days.

Join us for this year’s FISU World Forum, which has “University Sport: Creating a Better World” as it’s main theme.

The President of the Organising Committee, Marko Žunić, is excited that the last countdown has started: “I’m thrilled that in exactly one month, we will all gather for the opening of the Zagreb 2024 FISU World Forum, which is set to be one of the biggest yet. It is an honour and a pleasure to be making history together as we organise and host this important event. More than 300 students will be in Zagreb during those days, making the FISU Forum a great platform to socialise, make new friends and get to know different cultures. In addition to brilliant lectures and speakers, you will also have the opportunity to get to know Croatia, Zagreb, our tradition and people in a special way.”

The beautiful city of Zagreb (Croatia) that will host this year’s FISU World Forum. Photo: Ivo Biočina

This event will feature session by renowned , panel discussions, cultural and sport programmes and last but not least, a Forum Fair to encourage cultural exchanges and showcase the great diversity of the participants.

This is a unique opportunity for officials and students from all over the globe to meet, share and exchange.

The programme at a glance

25-26 August: Arrivals

27 August: Opening Ceremony, University Sport for a Better World, FISU Forum Fair

29 August: Cultural and Sport Programmes

30 August: Diversity and Inclusion, Team Projects, Sport Programme

31 August: Team Projects Presentations, Closing Ceremony, Farewell Dinner

1 September: Departures

“We are delighted to be able to welcome the participants to the FISU World Forum in Zagreb in a month’s time together with the organising committee, said Verena Burk, FISU Vice-President and Chair of the FISU Education Committee. An exciting event awaits us all – full of interesting inputs and discussions on the topics of the FISU World Forum, interactive workshops, sports activities, cultural experiences, networking and exchange. We hope to see you there!”

What to bring to make the most of the event

  • Creativity
  • Great ideas
  • Items for the Forum Fair – how would you like to promote your country?
  • Adapted clothes (warm weather, plenaries, sport programme, etc.)
  • Smile and good mood
There will be plenary sessions and speeches, but also plenty of cultural and sports activities.

For more information, visit or contact the local Organiser Committee at [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you there!

Written by Thérèse Courvoisier

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