Olympism365 Summit: major new commitments set to generate USD 200 million of investment towards building a better world through sport
The Olympism365 Summit: Sport for a Better World today concluded with 68 organisations confirming 45 commitments to using sport as a tool to advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These initiatives are projected to generate over USD 200 million in value over the next four years towards building a better world through sport. The summit was […]
Olympism365 Summit: IOC President calls on global participants to join forces to use sport to serve society
President Bach opened by warmly welcoming over 300 participants in the room—and countless more joining remotely—and praised their dedication and engagement. He then outlined the Summit’s primary aims: to take stock of our achievements to date, to define a clear vision for the future, and to strengthen sport’s contribution to society and the UN Sustainable […]
International Athletes’ Forum 2025: how to follow live
The International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s Athletes’ Commission (AC) will host the 12th edition of the International Athletes’ Forum (IAF) on 11 and 12 June 2025 in Lausanne, Switzerland. The event will bring together more than 400 athlete representatives and offer many more the possibility to follow live on IOC platforms. Hosted by Olympian and broadcaster […]
Road to the Olympic Esports Games set to begin with Publisher and Developer Forum in Lausanne, Switzerland
The International Olympic Committee will host the Olympic Esports Games Publisher and Developer Forum in the Olympic Capital on 2 June, marking an exciting next step on the road to the first Olympic Esports Games in 2027. The Forum, which is an internal event taking place in Lausanne, Switzerland, is a unique opportunity for the key stakeholders […]
Asia at the heart of Olympic future: OCA General Assembly Welcomes New IOC President
The 45th General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) marked a significant moment in global sports leadership, as Asia reaffirmed its central role in shaping the future of the Olympic Movement. Held in Kuwait City, the Assembly brought together delegates from all 45 Asian National Olympic Committees (NOCs), along with esteemed guests from […]
Strong start to 2025 for Savate: continental success, global engagement, and upcoming highlights
The International Federation of Savate (FISav) has opened the year 2025 with a series of dynamic and successful events, reinforcing the sport’s global reach and growing community. Two major continental championships kicked off the season: Both events attracted strong participation and celebrated technical excellence and continental collaboration. In celebration of World Savate Day, FISav also […]
WADA celebrates 49% increase in social media engagement for Play True Day 2025
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is proud to share the results of its 2025 Play True Day campaign, which ran from 10 March – 11 April and generated a 49% increase in social media engagement under the theme: “Play True: It Starts with You.” Play True Day stems from a WADA-hosted Education Conference in 2013 that […]
Patna Hosts Historic Sepaktakraw World Cup 2025
The Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS) congratulates the International Sepaktakraw Federation (ISTAF) and its partners for the successful organization of the Sepaktakraw World Cup 2025, held from 20 to 25 March in Patna, Bihar, India. This historic event marked the first time the state of Bihar hosted an international Sepaktakraw competition, welcoming […]
IFA Announces Restructuring of the Fistball Club World Cup Starting 2026
The International Fistball Association (IFA) has announced a significant restructuring of the IFA Fistball Club World Cup, demonstrating its commitment to innovation, athlete well-being, and the sustainable growth of the sport. The new format will be fully implemented in 2027, following a transitional event planned for 2026 to align the competition more closely with existing […]
IWGA holds Annual General Meeting in Madrid ahead of The World Games 2025
The International World Games Association (IWGA) hosted its 2025 Annual General Meeting in Madrid welcoming more than 100 delegates from International Member Federations, National Olympic Committees (NOCs), National Sport Organisations (NSOs), key partners, and the Organising Committees for The World Games 2025 in Chengdu and The World Games 2029 in Karlsruhe. Held just months before […]