AIMS Congratulates SportAccord on a Successful IF Forum and Welcomes Kelly Fairweather as Managing Director
The AIMS family extends its warm congratulations to SportAccord on the successful conclusion of the International Federations (IF) Forum, held at the iconic Olympic Museum in Lausanne. AIMS also warmly welcomes Mr Kelly Fairweather as the new Managing Director of SportAccord. This year’s IF Forum once again brought together leaders from across the Olympic Movement, creating a platform for constructive dialogue, […]
AIMS Elects New Council for 2025–2029
The Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS), the IOC-recognised umbrella organisation representing international federations committed to the Olympic values, has successfully concluded its General Assembly and elections for the 2025–2029 term at its headquarters, the Maison du Sport International in Lausanne. AIMS President Stephan Fox expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the outgoing Council […]
Helping International Federations become future-ready: SportAccord shares Marsh’s new report on strategy, governance, and risk
SportAccord is proud to share a new report from long-standing partner Marsh, furthering the dialogue initiated at the 2024 edition of the International Federation (IF) Forum. The piece focuses on strategy, governance, and risk, three critical pillars for International Federations seeking to build long-term resilience and future readiness. The report, developed in collaboration with Oliver Wyman, a business of […]
AIMS Thanks Outgoing ASOIF President Francesco Ricci Bitti
Francesco Ricci Bitti needs no introduction in the world of sports. As President of the International Tennis Federation (ITF) from 1999 to 2015 and President of the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF) since 2013, Mr. Ricci Bitti has left an indelible mark on global sports governance. His leadership of ASOIF, which concludes in […]
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 Launches Good Governance Project
The Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS) introduced its Good Governance Project during the 2024 General Assembly at the Olympic House. Led by Dr. Julie Gabriel, AIMS Council Member and President of FISav, in cooperation with the CSCF Sport Integrity Group, this initiative is designed to enhance governance standards, transparency, and ethical practices […]
AIMS and ITA Partner to Strengthen Anti-Doping Standards Across Member Federations
The Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS) announced a strategic partnership with the International Testing Agency (ITA) during its 2024 General Assembly held at the Olympic House. The collaboration aims to provide harmonized, code-compliant anti-doping solutions to AIMS’ member federations, ensuring a level playing field for athletes across diverse sports disciplines. Presented by […]
AIMS 2024 General Assembly Unveils Major Initiatives at Olympic House, Lausanne
The Alliance of Independent Recognized Members of Sport (AIMS) held its 2024 General Assembly at the prestigious Olympic House in Lausanne. As a recognized umbrella organization of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), AIMS plays a critical role as a gateway for numerous sports federations to join the Olympic family. In addition to AIMS members, observers […]
AIMS Council Meeting Held at Maison du Sport International in Lausanne
On October 20th, 2024, the AIMS Council gathered at the Maison du Sport International in Lausanne for a pivotal meeting ahead of the AIMS General Assembly, scheduled for the following day at the Olympic House. The Council addressed a range of critical topics, ensuring the continued progress and effective governance of the organisation and its […]
AIMS: Recognition Process is Now Open
