World Table Tennis Day (WTTD) 2025 will be celebrated across the globe on April 23, and the European Table Tennis Union support this vibrant, inclusive initiative led by the ITTF Foundation. Under the inspiring theme “Diversity & Inclusion”, WTTD 2025 aims to reaffirm that table tennis is for everyone, everywhere. Whether through para table tennis, gender equality programs, cultural exchange, or intergenerational play, the focus is on using the universal language of table tennis to break barriers and unite communities. By registering, your event will be officially recognised and featured in the WTTD 2025 final report published by ITTF. ETTU encourages all clubs, associations, schools, and individuals across Europe to embrace the spirit of WTTD 2025. Your creativity, enthusiasm, and dedication can help make this year’s celebration truly unforgettable. Register here

The ITTF Sports Development launched the 2025 edition of the “My Gender. My Strength.” project, a Member Association Assistance initiative focused on Women’s Development in Table Tennis. This impactful program is designed to empower female coaches and promote gender equality in table tennis, helping to elevate their role from grassroots to leadership levels within the sport. Recognizing sport as a powerful platform for social change, the project aims to enhance and advance women’s participation in table tennis, by supporting ambitious and dedicated female coaches as they grow into influential leaders in their respective Member Associations and beyond. Project Objectives What the Project Offers Selected candidates will receive comprehensive support, including: Project Implementation – Three-Stage Approach Who Can Apply? Each Member Association may nominate one female coach who meets the following criteria: How to Apply Member Associations are invited to submit applications for one female coach via the official application form: Apply here The deadline for applications is today.