Change of leadership at the IFA: Gastão Englert becomes new President of the International Fistball Association end of August
Change at the top of the International Fistball Association (IFA): Gastão Englert from Brazil will take over the role as the new President of the Fistball World Federation in the course of 2025. This was decided by the IFA Board of Directors at its most recent meeting. Englert will take over from current President Jörn […]
AIMS Partners with the 2025 Africa International Sports Convention
AIMS is pleased to announce its official partnership with the 2025 Africa International Sports Convention (CISA), reinforcing its commitment to inclusion, equality, and the advancement of sport across Africa. As part of this collaboration, AIMS President Stephan Fox will be among the presenters, contributing to key discussions on the development of international sport and the […]
6th Asian Savate Championships takes place at Talkatora Indoor Stadium, India
The 6th Asian Savate Championships was held at Talkatora Indoor Stadium, Delhi, India organized under the Asian Savate Confederation (ASC) and the world governing body, FISAV. The event was a huge success. Julie Gabriel, President FISAV and AIMS Vice President complemented the organization and the development of Savate in Asia showcasing universality, inclusion and equality. […]
Join ITA’s February Webinar “Ask the Expert – Anti-Doping Rule Violations”
AIMS invites all members to ITA’s upcoming webinar, dedicated to the topic of Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs). This session, part of ITA’s monthly education series, will take place on Tuesday, 25 February, from 14:00 to 15:00 CET and will feature Ayesha Talpade, ITA Senior Legal Counsel. The webinar will provide an in-depth look at the […]
The 9th Asian Winter Games 2025 kick off in Harbin, China
Chinese President Xi Jinping officially opened the 9th Asian Winter Games in Harbin during a festive ceremony that celebrated the city’s renowned ice and snow heritage. Held at the Harbin International Conference, Exhibition and Sports Center, the event drew around 8,000 spectators and distinguished guests, including IOC President Thomas Bach. The ceremony’s highlight was a […]
ARISF & AIMS: Partnership that walks alone
AIMS is a platform that accompanies federations in their desire to be recognised by the IOC. Their relationship spans 60 years and the goal remains the same: to empower athletes and strengthen federations to participate in the Olympic Games. The Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS) is the gateway to the Olympic pyramid as […]
Wishing You a Prosperous Chinese New Year!
On behalf of the AIMS Family, we extend our warmest wishes to everyone celebrating Chinese New Year. May the Year of the Snake be filled with health, prosperity, innovation, and lasting partnerships. Happy New Year!新年快乐！
World Fistball Day 2025: A Global Celebration of Sport
January 30, 2025, marks the annual celebration of World Fistball Day, an event that unites athletes, fans, and sports enthusiasts from around the world in honoring the unique and dynamic sport of Fistball. On behalf of the Alliance of Independent Recognized Members of Sport (AIMS), we invite everyone to join this global celebration and showcase […]
Sheffield 2025 Powerlifting Championships – records on the line
The Sheffield 2025 Powerlifting Championships, also known as Sheffield 25, took place on January 26, 2025, at Sheffield City Hall in Sheffield, United Kingdom. This prestigious event, accredited by the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF), marked the third annual edition of the competition and featured some of the world’s strongest athletes competing in the classic powerlifting […]
Torino 2025 FISU Winter Games celebration of unity and excellence
Torino 2025 FISU Winter Games officially commenced on January 13, 2025, at the Inalpi Arena in Turin, Italy. Student-athletes from 54 nations proudly represented their countries during a spectacular opening ceremony that featured contemporary art and music performances. From January 13 to 23, six municipalities in the Piedmont region are hosting competitions in 11 sports: […]