Equestrian Organizers survey

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Equestrian Organizers (EO) is conducting this international survey to gain a deeper understanding of the needs, challenges, and priorities of organizers of international equestrian events worldwide.
The objective of this survey is to collect insights that will help EO better align its strategy and activities, encourage broader international cooperation, and support a unified voice in discussions with athletes, officials, national federations, and the FEI.

The survey is anonymous. We greatly appreciate your time and contribution.

1. Which FEI regional group does your event belong to

EEF - Europe

EEA - Eurasia / Central Asia

Group IV - North America & Caribbean

Group V - Central America / Colombia / Mexico / Venezuela

Group VI - South America

Group VII - Middle East & North Africa

Group VIII - Asia & Oceania

Group IX - Africa

I organize events in more than one FEI regional group

Clear selection

2. How long have you been organizing international equestrian events?

less than 5 years

6–10 years

11–15 years

More than 15 years

Clear selection

3. What is the highest FEI competition level hosted at your event(s)?

1-2 stars

3 stars

4 stars

5 stars

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4. What type of events do you organize?

show jumping

dressage

eventing

driving

endurance

vaulting

para-equestrian

5. On average, how many international events do you organize per year?

1-2

3-4

5-6

more than 6

Clear selection

6. Do you mainly organize

Indoor events

Outdoor events

Both, depending on the season

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7. How would you best describe the structure of your events

Stand-alone events (skip question no. 8)

Events that are part of a series or league

Both

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8. How does participation in a series or league influence your planning process, visibility, and financial stability compared to stand-alone events?

9. What are the main challenges you currently face when organizing international equestrian events

Financial constraints

Sponsorship and partnerships

Promotion and media visibility

Logistics and infrastructure

FEI or national regulations

Sustainability requirements

Implementation of horse welfare standards

Recruitment of officials and staff

Attracting spectators

Other:

10. Which of these challenges do you consider the most difficult and why?

11. Have you already implemented any sustainability initiatives at your venue or events?

yes, several measures

some initial actions

not yet, but planning to (skip question no. 12)

not at this stage (skip question no. 12)

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12. Please describe examples of good practices or barriers you’ve experienced in implementing sustainable or energy-efficient solutions

13. Which of the following technologies or tools do you use or plan to use to enhance spectator or fan experience

live streaming

dedicated event apps or websites

interactive scoring / fan voting systems

virtual or augmented reality elements

social media fan challenges or gamification

none so far

Other:

14. What do you consider the biggest opportunity to increase audience engagement in equestrian events?

15. What actions or measures do you currently take to ensure and improve horse welfare during your events

16. Do you have a formal horse welfare policy or guidelines implemented for your event (e.g., internal standards, code of conduct, or procedures)

Yes, a written policy exists

We follow FEI / national regulations only

No formal policy, but we apply good practices

Not yet, but planning to introduce one

Clear selection

17. How do you communicate your commitment to animal welfare to the public, athletes, or sponsors?

18. Have you encountered public scrutiny or activist actions regarding horse welfare at your events?

Yes, directly (e.g., protests or media attention)

Yes, indirectly (e.g., online criticism)

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19. What are the main barriers or difficulties you face in implementing or maintaining high welfare standards

20. Are you a member of Equestrian Organizers?

Yes

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