The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) was founded in 1999 as an international, independent organization with the mission of leading a global movement for doping-free sport. WADA operates under a governance structure that reflects a partnership between the world’s sport movement and governments, ensuring a comprehensive and collaborative approach to anti-doping efforts.

WADA’s core responsibility is to develop, harmonize, and coordinate anti-doping policies and rules that apply universally across all sports and nations. Among its primary activities are scientific research, education, intelligence gathering, investigations, and capacity-building for anti-doping initiatives. Furthermore, WADA oversees compliance with the World Anti-Doping Code, the regulatory framework for ensuring fair and ethical competition worldwide.

AIMS (the Alliance of Independent Recognized Members of Sport) is one of the four recognized umbrella organizations by WADA, contributing to the global anti-doping efforts.

For further information, you can visit the WADA official website: WADA Website