For individuals
Bringing together a global network of leaders, researchers, and practitioners to champion leisure’s role in human development and social well-being. Since 1952, WLO has been a worldwide voice for leisure, with consultative status at the United Nations.

For individuals
We empower individuals by creating opportunities for learning, connection, and professional growth.

For universities and academic centres
We connect universities with international networks, research, and real-world impact.

For organizations
We partner with organizations to foster collaboration, innovation, and global exchange, while developing ad hoc programs and initiatives tailored to their specific goals, contexts, and communities.
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Connecting people, knowledge, and communities to advance well-being, inclusion, and human development worldwide.
WLO brings together a global network spanning over 80 countries, uniting academics, professionals, and leaders across the leisure sector.
Through this diverse and growing community, we foster knowledge exchange, collaboration, and innovation that advance leisure as a force for well-being, inclusion, and human development.
Expanding our reach and strengthening engagement in currently underrepresented countries remains one of our key strategic priorities.

World Leisure Organization is a non-profit organization registered in New York.
World Leisure Organization (WLO) | Scientific and Technical Office Arenal | C/ San Vicente Albia 1, Planta 3. Dpto. 9 48001 Bilbao, Spain
secretariat@worldleisure.orgCall us: +34 946 056 151
WLO is a NGO in consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations (UN ECOSOC)
Supporting Organization signatory party of the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism
