AIMS took part in the XXVII ANOC General Assembly held in Cascais, Portugal
Representing AIMS, which holds official recognition by the International Olympic Committee as an umbrella organization, AIMS President Stephan Fox also attended in his role as a SportAccord Executive Board Member, furthering AIMS’ active engagement within the Olympic community. The ANOC General Assembly brought together over 850 delegates from 288 organizations, reinforcing its role as a […]
The 4th IDBF World Cup took place in Miluo, China
The 4th IDBF World Cup took place in Miluo, China—the birthplace of dragon boat racing and home to the legendary poet Qu Yuan. his renowned event drew the world’s top 12 ranked dragon boat nations for an exhilarating display of athleticism, where China claimed the top spot, with Indonesia and Canada following closely in the […]
IFA shares experience in using AI tools to enhance the work of the IF: Chris Oberlehner Speaks at IF Forum
The Secretary General of the International Fistball Association (IFA), Chris Oberlehner, represented both IFMA and AIMS as a speaker at the IF Forum 2024 in Lausanne. The topic, “AI in Action: How IFs and Other Organizations are Enhancing Sports through AI,” highlighted how AI has transformed the landscape of fistball, bringing significant benefits to the […]
AIMS President visits Bahrain for the 17th International Gymnasiade
Stephan Fox, President of AIMS, recently visited Bahrain to attend the 17th International Gymnasiade, a prominent school games event held under the royal patronage of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. Alongside the grand opening ceremony at the Bahrain National Stadium, Mr. Fox engaged in significant discussions with Bahraini leaders, including Dr. Abdulrahman […]
AIMS Launches Good Governance Project
The Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS) introduced its Good Governance Project during the 2024 General Assembly at the Olympic House. Led by Dr. Julie Gabriel, AIMS Council Member and President of FISav, in cooperation with the CSCF Sport Integrity Group, this initiative is designed to enhance governance standards, transparency, and ethical practices […]
AIMS and ITA Partner to Strengthen Anti-Doping Standards Across Member Federations
The Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS) announced a strategic partnership with the International Testing Agency (ITA) during its 2024 General Assembly held at the Olympic House. The collaboration aims to provide harmonized, code-compliant anti-doping solutions to AIMS’ member federations, ensuring a level playing field for athletes across diverse sports disciplines. Presented by […]
AIMS 2024 General Assembly Unveils Major Initiatives at Olympic House, Lausanne
The Alliance of Independent Recognized Members of Sport (AIMS) held its 2024 General Assembly at the prestigious Olympic House in Lausanne. As a recognized umbrella organization of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), AIMS plays a critical role as a gateway for numerous sports federations to join the Olympic family. In addition to AIMS members, observers […]
AIMS Council Meeting Held at Maison du Sport International in Lausanne
On October 20th, 2024, the AIMS Council gathered at the Maison du Sport International in Lausanne for a pivotal meeting ahead of the AIMS General Assembly, scheduled for the following day at the Olympic House. The Council addressed a range of critical topics, ensuring the continued progress and effective governance of the organisation and its […]
AIMS: Recognition Process is Now Open
FISav held Elective General Assembly 2024
The Annual General Assembly of FISav was held in Podčetrtek, Slovenia on 10th October. Theturnout of national federations was excellent, with more than 90% of those eligible to vote beingpresent.Members heard reports about the actions and activities of FISav and the continental federations,as well as the reports of representatives of the athletes, the officials, and […]