Throughout 2025, ISSF competitions served not only as elite sporting events but also as platforms for community engagement, education, and sustainable development. From World Cups to World Championships, each event brought together athletes, officials, volunteers, and local stakeholders, creating opportunities that continued well after the final shots were fired.
Empowering Local Participation
A central legacy of the 2025 ISSF competition season was the involvement of local communities in the delivery and experience of international events. Volunteers—many participating in international sport for the first time—were trained and integrated into competition operations, gaining valuable skills in event management, officiating, and logistics.
Local shooting clubs and national federations benefited directly from the presence of ISSF events, with access to upgraded facilities, equipment improvements, and increased visibility. These enhancements are already contributing to higher participation rates at grassroots level and stronger pathways for young athletes within host regions.
Education, Outreach, and Youth Engagement
ISSF competitions in 2025 also placed a strong focus on education and outreach. Open days and school visits allowed local communities to discover shooting sport in a safe, structured, and educational environment. For many young people, these initiatives provided a first introduction to the sport and its values of discipline, concentration, and respect.
By connecting elite athletes with local audiences, ISSF events helped inspire the next generation while breaking down barriers and misconceptions around shooting sport.
Economic and Social Impact
The economic footprint of ISSF competitions delivered tangible benefits to host cities, supporting local businesses, tourism, and employment. Hotels, transport providers, and service industries all benefited from the influx of international visitors, while local organisers strengthened their capacity to host future sporting and cultural events.
Beyond economics, the presence of international competitions fostered a sense of pride and global connection within host communities, positioning them on the world sporting map and reinforcing the unifying power of sport.
The ISSF remains committed to ensuring that its competitions continue to be catalysts for positive change—supporting not only elite performance, but also the communities that welcome the sport to their cities year after year.