On March 21–22, 2026 at Luxexpo The Box, our stand welcomed visitors who were curious to learn more about our work. These exchanges created valuable opportunities to present our ongoing projects, with a particular focus on the Women, We Walk! (WWW!) initiative. The festival itself provided an important multicultural setting for dialogue and exchange, bringing together people from different backgrounds and communities around themes of inclusion, participation, and citizenship.
The interest shown by visitors confirmed the relevance of the project. People were engaged in conversations around women’s participation in sport, raising questions about accessibility, time constraints, and the challenges women face in maintaining an active lifestyle. Many visitors also shared reflections on how social expectations, family responsibilities, and lack of suitable opportunities can discourage regular participation in physical activity. These discussions allowed us to highlight why the initiative matters: despite growing awareness around health, many women remain underrepresented in sport due to structural barriers such as caregiving responsibilities and limited flexible opportunities.
We introduced walking football as a practical response to these challenges—an inclusive, low-impact activity that prioritises participation, safety, and enjoyment. Its accessibility makes it particularly suitable for women who are returning to sport after a long break or trying it for the first time. Visitors showed particular interest in the social dimension of the activity, recognising how walking football can also help strengthen confidence, create community connections, and encourage regular movement in a supportive environment.
To provide a broader perspective, we also shared how walking football has already developed successfully in the United Kingdom, where it has become a well-established community practice. We complemented this with examples of emerging initiatives across Europe, showing how the model can be adapted to different local contexts. These examples helped illustrate the wider potential of the Women, We Walk! initiative and demonstrated how similar approaches can contribute to healthier and more inclusive communities.
The festival also represented an important opportunity for networking and visibility. Through direct conversations with visitors and representatives of different organisations, we were able to raise awareness about the goals of the project and encourage interest in future collaborations and participation.
Finally, for visitors interested in staying connected, we shared our contact details and social media channels, inviting them to follow upcoming activities and join future Women, We Walk! sessions. The positive feedback received throughout the event reinforced the importance of continuing to create accessible spaces where women can engage in physical activity, build social connections, and feel supported in becoming more active.