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 contributions to the world of sports.
During the assembly, Secretary General Nasser Majali introduced ISSA’s new strategic vision and key initiatives, along with an update on the upcoming 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh. This presentation underscored ISSA’s commitment to advancing global harmony through sport, in alignment with shared values across the Islamic community.
The AIMS family expressed its gratitude to ISSA and looks forward to continued collaboration, including participation in the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games.
About ISSA
The Islamic Solidarity Sports Association (ISSA) is an independent organization affiliated with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, ISSA represents a strong alliance of 57 member countries, covering 29% of the world’s nations, with a population of 2 billion (25% of the world’s total population) and a combined GDP of $22 trillion. With 300 million youth (29% of the global youth population), ISSA is dedicated to building a people-centered Islamic sports movement.
Mission and Values
ISSA’s mission is to promote unity, inclusivity, and cultural respect through sports, striving to “Go Beyond Boundaries” by fostering harmony and understanding. ISSA’s core values—Peace, Unity, Diversity, Integrity, and Fulfillment—drive its commitment to sportsmanship, integrity, and the celebration of peace, diversity, and our shared humanity.