• JPAH LMIC ECR Congress Scholarship
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    JPAH LMIC ECR Congress Scholarship

    ISPAH and The Journal of Physical Activity and Health (JPAH) are delighted to officially announce the two successful early career researchers selected for the 2026 JPAH LMIC ECR Congress Scholarship. Anjali Dhasmana Dr Merling Phaswana We wish to congratulate Anjali Dhasmana, PhD Scholar from the…


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  • ISPAH By-laws Updated

    ISPAH By-laws Updated

    We are pleased to share that ISPAH has completed an update of its by-laws. The proposed changes were reviewed by the ISPAH Board and approved by a unanimous vote of ISPAH members in December 2025. These revisions help ensure our governance documents remain current and…


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  • Now you can spotlight your JPAH publications with ISPAH! 
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    Now you can spotlight your JPAH publications with ISPAH! 

    Showcase your JPAH publications through ISPAH’s global communication channels – a unique benefit for active members.  What is it about?   As part of your ISPAH membership, you can now submit your recent Journal of Physical Activity and Health (JPAH) publications to be promoted across ISPAH’s…


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  • Governance Update: Invitation to Review and Vote on Amended By-Laws
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    Governance Update: Invitation to Review and Vote on Amended By-Laws

    We now invite all ISPAH members to review the amended bylaws and cast your vote. Your participation ensures that our governance continues to reflect the collective voice and values of our global community.


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  • 2025 Bill Kohl Peer Review Academy Mentees 

    2025 Bill Kohl Peer Review Academy Mentees 

    The International Society for Physical Activity & Health (ISPAH) and the Journal of Physical Activity & Health (JPAH) are proud to announce the second class of mentees for the Bill Kohl Peer Review Academy. This Academy, named in honor of the late Harold W. (Bill)…


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  • WHO Civil Society Working Group Calls for Action on NCDs   
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    WHO Civil Society Working Group Calls for Action on NCDs   

    On 2 May 2025, the WHO Civil Society Working Group on Noncommunicable Diseases (CSWG) presented its Consensus Statement at the Multi-stakeholder Hearing for the UN High-Level Meeting on NCDs and Mental Health, held in New York. This hearing was an important milestone of the third cycle (3rd cycle) of the CSWG, which brings together…


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  • Bill Kohl Peer Review Academy: Applications open until June 15

    Bill Kohl Peer Review Academy: Applications open until June 15

    We’re excited to announce that applications for the second cohort of the Bill Kohl Peer Review Academy are open until June 15, 2025. The Academy supports early career researchers in developing their peer review skills through mentorship from experienced reviewers in the field of physical…


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  • ISPAH joins the WHO Civil Society Working Group on NCDs 

    ISPAH joins the WHO Civil Society Working Group on NCDs 

    The International Society for Physical Activity and Health (ISPAH) is proud to announce its membership in the World Health Organization (WHO) Civil Society Working Group (CSWG) on Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs). As the only organization within the group dedicated exclusively to physical activity and public health,…


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  • A tribute to Dr Simon J. Marshall
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    A tribute to Dr Simon J. Marshall

    Dr Simon J. Marshall  August 14th, 1970 – June 1st, 2024  A tribute by Stuart Biddle and Mark Falcous  Stuart was Simon’s PhD supervisor at Loughborough University. Mark was a fellow PhD student with Simon and struck up a great friendship that lasted for the…


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  • We’re updating our by-laws 

    We’re updating our by-laws 

    The ISPAH by-laws set out our goals and values as a society, the roles and responsibilities of our Board members and our processes of operation.  The by-laws are reviewed biennially to ensure they remain current and updated on an ad hoc basis subject to changes…


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  • ISPAH Congress – Joint ISPAH/JPAH Early Career Social

    ISPAH Congress – Joint ISPAH/JPAH Early Career Social

    Are you attending the ISPAH congress in Paris? Then this ISPAH-JPAH Early Career Social is for you! As an early career researcher, attending conferences can be daunting. So many interesting people, insightful scientific presentations and keynotes, a myriad of social activities and opportunities to network.…


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  • ISPAH welcomes New President-Elect Deborah Salvo
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    ISPAH welcomes New President-Elect Deborah Salvo

    ISPAH Welcomes New President-Elect Deborah Salvo: Charting a Course for Global Physical Activity and Health  We are excited to announce that Dr. Deborah Salvo has been elected as the new President-Elect of the International Society for Physical Activity and Health (ISPAH). Dr. Salvo, an Associate…


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