📢 Open Call for Research Papers on Traditional Sports and Games – ICTSG 2025 The International Council of Traditional Sports and Games (ICTSG) is pleased to announce its 2025 Open Call for Research Papers focused on the documentation, analysis, innovation, and global relevance of traditional sports and games. This call invites submissions from scholars, researchers, educators, practitioners, and postgraduate students working in the domains of cultural heritage, sports anthropology, traditional play, sustainability, education, and peacebuilding. 🎯 Key Themes for Submission Research papers should align with one or more of the following themes:

Documentation of endangered traditional games Community practices and oral heritage in sports Gender roles in traditional sports Traditional games and SDG integration Revival models and school inclusion strategies Digital tools for traditional game preservation Comparative studies: traditional vs. modern sports Cross-border or intercultural sport practices

🗂️ Submission Guidelines

Language: English, French, Spanish, or Arabic (with abstract in English) Length: 3,000 to 7,500 words (excluding references) Format: .docx or .pdf following APA or MLA style Deadline: 31 October 2025 Peer Review: All papers will undergo double-blind academic review by the ICTSG Academic and Research Commission. Email for Submission: research@traditionalsportsgames.org

📘 Selected Papers Will Receive:

Publication in the upcoming ICTSG Journal of Traditional Sports & Games – 2026 Edition Recognition certificate by ICTSG and partners Opportunity to present during global TSG forums and webinars Eligibility for research grants and fellowships

📚 Who Should Submit?

University researchers and postgraduates in anthropology, history, sports science, cultural studies Independent scholars documenting local heritage TSG practitioners or federation historians NGO professionals working in community development through play

🌐 ICTSG’s Role in Global Knowledge Sharing As the world’s leading institutional body for traditional games, ICTSG promotes the intersection of sport and culture through documentation, education, policy integration, and the Six-Stage Elevation Framework. Your research contributes to global cultural preservation, local knowledge empowerment, and the practical advancement of the following SDGs:

SDG 4: Quality Education SDG 5: Gender Equality SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

✉️ Submit Your Paper Today If your work focuses on the preservation, evolution, or educational value of traditional sports and games, this is your opportunity to contribute to an international archive and policy movement. For queries or early review requests, contact us directly: research@traditionalsportsgames.org

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