Our Dream & Our Ambition
Our Dream
Our dream is to inspire all of Belgium through the magical power of sport.
We all experience the magical power of sport. When we give our very best on the field of play. Cheering from the sidelines, rolling up our sleeves as volunteers, or following our athletes with passion from behind a screen. Sport stirs emotions, breaks down barriers and helps us put conflicts aside. Through this unique power, we can make the world a better place, starting with our own country. That is our Olympic dream.
Our Ambition
Our ambition is to make sport an integral part of the daily lives of all Belgians.
Young and old, active participants or passionate supporters, we want everyone to be part of sport. Because sport makes us all better. Healthier, both physically and mentally. Closer to one another, because sport brings people together. More open-minded and tolerant, because sport transcends boundaries.
We want to create a movement that embraces every aspect of sport. From athletes to supporters, and everyone in between: playing, moving, coaching, volunteering, officiating, coordinating...
The importance of role models in inspiring personal and societal change has been widely demonstrated. Belgium’s elite athletes and their exceptional performances are the driving force behind our ambition.
Our ambition goes beyond Olympic sports alone. We reach out to all Belgians, across every sport and at every level.
Athletes at the Heart of Everything We Do
Athletes are at the heart of everything we do. Their stories of passion, dedication and resilience inspire us all. They are the role models who ignite the spark in future generations.
The achievements of our athletes go far beyond the glory of a single moment. They are not just numbers or rankings, but deeply human stories. Falling, getting back up, doubting, persevering. Sport is a metaphor for life. Everyone has their own Olympic dream. What is yours?
One Team, One Dream
Team Belgium’s success on the international stage is the result of true collaboration.
As the Olympic partner for elite sport, the Belgian Olympic Committee works closely with the sports administrations of Belgium’s Communities: Sport Vlaanderen, Adeps and Ostbelgien.
Together, these four organisations form Belgium’s elite sport partners.
From 1 January 2027, the Olympic and Paralympic Committees will unite to form the Belgian Olympic & Paralympic Committee. This historic merger will bring both organisations together to build a strong Olympic and Paralympic movement, driven by sporting excellence, inclusion and societal impact. Under the banner of one Team Belgium, we will continue building this shared Olympic and Paralympic dream.
Our Values
Excellence, friendship and respect are the Olympic values. They are the foundation of our dream and our ambition. More than just values, they are the guiding principles for creating a better world through sport.
Excellence
We strive for excellence and encourage everyone to become the very best version of themselves.
Excellence reflects the harmonious balance of body, will and mind, and the joy of constantly improving—both on the field of play and in everyday life.
Friendship
We celebrate friendship, one of the values that makes the Olympic Games so unique: an event that brings people together every four years.
Friendship encourages us to see sport as a means of fostering mutual respect between individuals and among people across the world.
Respect
Respect can be shown in many ways: respect for yourself, for the rules of the game, for your opponents, for the environment and for the spectators.
Respect means embracing differences and upholding the principles of fair play and ethics, both in sport and in everyday life.
Our 5 Goals
Everything we do, every internal and external initiative, contributes to one or more of our goals:
- Drive performance
- Support the next generation
- Promote unity and diversity
- Foster a healthy, ethical and sustainable culture
- Celebrate our national pride, heritage and legacy
1. Drive Performance
Significantly increase the number of Belgian athletes achieving Top 8 finishes, including medals, in Olympic disciplines at world level.
Our ambition to achieve more Top 8 performances shapes our preparation for and support during the Olympic Summer and Winter Games. It also guides our approach to the many other multi-sport events for which the Belgian Olympic Committee selects athletes or coordinates the delegation, such as the World Games.
This preparation and support are delivered in close collaboration with our elite sport partners: Sport Vlaanderen, Adeps and Ostbelgien.
We provide professional medical, paramedical and logistical support before, during and after Olympic competitions. The Team Belgium training camp brings together elite athletes from different Olympic sports as part of their preparation for the Games.
Coaches and performance staff, who play a vital role in achieving success, also receive dedicated guidance and support.
2. Support the Next Generation
Increase support for future Olympians and guide young athletes from the very beginning of their Olympic journey.
The Belgian Olympic Committee also provides professional support during multi-sport youth events for which it selects athletes. These competitions offer valuable learning experiences on the road to future Olympic success. The Youth Olympic Games take place every four years, while the European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF) is organised every two years. Each year, the Team Belgium Youth Training Camp brings together around 100 promising young athletes from different Olympic sports.
The Be Gold programme, a partnership between Belgium's elite sport partners with the support of the National Lottery, has been supporting the country's most talented athletes for more than twenty years, with the goal of achieving Top 8 finishes at the Olympic Games or Top 3 finishes at the Paralympic Games.
3. Promote Unity and Diversity
Bring individuals and communities closer together through sport and the Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect.
We demonstrate unity by bringing Olympic and Paralympic athletes closer together. We promote diversity within Team Belgium, among both athletes and support staff, while leading by example within our own organisation.
4. Foster a Healthy, Ethical and Sustainable Culture
Embed the principles of a healthy, ethical and sustainable organisation and inspire others to do the same.
We embrace our role as a model through initiatives focused on good governance, gender equality and sustainability. In doing so, we inspire both individuals and organisations.
5. Celebrate Our National Pride, Heritage and Legacy
Share our sporting achievements, Olympic stories and past, present and future successes with the widest possible audience.
Team Belgium is one team, united by pride in our national identity. We proudly express that identity, including through our official clothing.
We have written many memorable chapters in Belgian sporting history, and many more are yet to come. Together with our supporters, we take the time to celebrate these achievements.