Connections that open opportunities
Explore relevant organisations and knowledge environments, from Greenlandic club life to Nordic and international networks.
These organisations are presented as sources of knowledge, inspiration and potential collaboration. Inclusion does not mean that a partnership or funding commitment has been agreed. Some external resources are in Danish.
Greenland
Greenland’s Sports Confederation (GIF)
An umbrella organisation for Greenlandic sport and sports federations. A relevant starting point for club life, sports development and the ambition of a more physically active Greenland.
Visit the organisation’s website ↗Ilisimatusarfik
The University of Greenland works with research, education and collaboration. A relevant knowledge environment for projects grounded in local insight, research and learning.
Visit the organisation’s website ↗Sports federations under GIF
GIF lists the following nine sports federations. Each link opens GIF’s profile with information about the federation and its work.
GIF’s complete federation directory ↗Denmark
DIF – National Olympic Committee and Sports Confederation of Denmark
Denmark’s sports umbrella organisation and national Olympic committee. Relevant to federation development, talent environments, volunteering and organised sport.
Visit the official website ↗DGI
Works to strengthen voluntary sports clubs, enjoyment of movement and community. A source of inspiration for club development and more local participation.
Visit the official website ↗IDAN – Danish Institute for Sports Studies
Collects, analyses and shares knowledge about sport, participation, facilities and organisation to inform development and decisions.
Visit the official website ↗VIFO – Danish Institute for Non-Formal Education
Part of the Danish Institute for Sports Studies, focusing on non-formal education and voluntary communities. A source of knowledge about participation, associations and learning.
Visit the official website ↗Danish Ministry of Culture
Responsible for areas including sport and non-formal education in Denmark. A starting point for policy frameworks, institutions and public initiatives.
Visit the official website ↗IdrætsPlatformen Danmark
A professional network across the Danish sports sector promoting skills development, collaboration and strategic development.
Visit the official website ↗Nordic region
Nordic Council of Ministers
The framework for intergovernmental Nordic cooperation. A starting point for Nordic networks, programmes and knowledge about socially sustainable communities.
Visit the organisation’s website ↗European Union – sport, knowledge and project cooperation
European Commission – DG EAC / Sport
EU work on sport, physical activity, inclusion and cooperation. Relevant knowledge and European networks for sports development.
Visit the official website ↗EACEA
The EU agency managing central parts of programmes including Erasmus+. A starting point for calls, project requirements and guidance.
Visit the official website ↗Erasmus+ Sport
EU programme opportunities for sports cooperation and learning. Greenlandic applicants must check access, partner requirements and eligibility against the specific call.
Visit the official website ↗International
ISCA
The International Sport and Culture Association promotes broad participation in physical activity. A network for exchanging experience, building capacity and international development projects.
Visit the organisation’s website ↗TAFISA
An international Sport for All network bringing organisations together around knowledge, learning and exchange to inspire more movement for more people.
Visit the organisation’s website ↗Who should be involved in your idea?
Sport Office can help clarify the organisations and expertise relevant to your local needs.
Talk to Sport OfficeLinks and descriptions checked against the organisations’ own websites on 16 October 2026.