Winterberg Confirmed as Host of the 2026 World Adventure Golf Masters
As a valued member of AIMS, the World Minigolf Sport Federation (WMF) continues to strengthen the global presence of minigolf, with Winterberg, Germany, confirmed as the host of the 2026 World Adventure Golf Masters (WAGM). Organized in collaboration with the Deutscher Minigolfsport Verband (DMV), the event will take place at Adventure Golf Winterberg and marks […]
Faroe Islands to Host 2026 WDF Europe Cup, Marking a Milestone for the Growing Federation
As a proud member of AIMS, the World Darts Federation (WDF) continues to expand its global reach, with the Faroe Islands set to host the 2026 WDF Europe Cup following a recent vote by European member nations. The Faroe Islands, a relatively new member of the WDF, made their Europe Cup debut in 2022 and […]
European Go Federation Highlights a Year of Exciting Competitions and Growth
As a proud member of AIMS, the European Go Federation (EGF) continues to promote excellence and inclusivity in the sport of Go. The year 2024 was marked by remarkable tournaments, outstanding performances, and a growing community of players across Europe. Key Events and Achievements Hamburg, Germany, set the stage for two major competitions from March […]
New Year’s Message 2025 by IOC President Thomas Bach: “Values First”
Dear Olympic friends, What an Olympic year lies behind us. We celebrate the start of a new year with the outstanding Olympic Games Paris 2024 still fresh in our memory – the first Olympic Games to be fully aligned, inspired and delivered in line with our Olympic Agenda reforms from start to finish. These were […]
AIMS Alliance Reflects on a Year of Progress and Achievement
As the year draws to a close, the Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS) takes the opportunity to reflect on the remarkable progress achieved over the past twelve months. Founded to unite international sports federations that share the core values of integrity, inclusivity, and excellence, AIMS has continued to strengthen its network, advance […]
Eric Saintrond’s legacy of leadership at FISU celebrated by the global sports family
After more than four decades of dedicated service at the International University Sports Federation (FISU), Eric Saintrond, Secretary General/CEO, will be stepping down from his leadership role. Throughout his remarkable tenure, Saintrond has been an icon in the world of sports, transforming FISU events—most notably the FISU World University Games—into world-class platforms merging academic excellence […]
AIMS Vice President Panagiotis Theodoropoulos Reelected as JJIF President
The Ju-Jitsu International Federation (JJIF) proudly announces the reelection of Panagiotis Theodoropoulos as its President, marking a resounding affirmation of his leadership and the trust he commands from the global Ju-Jitsu community. This pivotal moment reinforces his vision for the sport and his dedication to advancing its standing on the international stage. As a trailblazer […]
Islamic Solidarity Sports Association (ISSA) unveils its vision for global unity through sport at AIMS General Assembly
At the AIMS General Assembly held at the Olympic House in Lausanne, Switzerland, the Islamic Solidarity Sports Association (ISSA) presented its mission, vision, and values to AIMS members. Led by Secretary General Nasser Ayman Majali and Senior Project Manager Tony Tarraf, ISSA received a warm welcome from AIMS President Stephan Fox, who praised their outstanding […]
Global Olympic community comes together to celebrate the outstanding performances of athletes at the ANOC Awards
The ANOC Awards 2024 showcased the exceptional achievements of athletes and National Olympic Committees (NOCs) from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in a remarkable ceremony at Portugal’s Estoril Congress Center. This prestigious event honored top global performances, spotlighting the best female and male athletes, standout teams across disciplines, and recognizing breakthrough and outstanding NOCs, reinforcing […]
AIMS: Empowering the Next Generation with WADA’s Youth Anti-Doping Education Initiative
The Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS) is proud to announce a powerful new initiative from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) that aims to educate young athletes on the importance of clean sport. As dedicated partners in this mission, AIMS calls on all member federations to actively support and promote this initiative within […]