Young photographers steal the spotlight with their stunning images of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games
Guided by world-class mentors and strongly supported by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), a group of talented young photographers brought to life the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games like never before this summer. With their creative lens, the eight aspiring professionals, including five women, captured the unique moments of the event, including dramatic sporting action, iconic […]
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 […]
Communiqué of the 13th Olympic Summit
At the invitation of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the leading representatives of the Olympic Movement met today for the 13th Olympic Summit, which was held at Olympic House in Lausanne, Switzerland. Chaired by the IOC President, the Olympic Summit forms part of the ongoing dialogue and consultation on subjects of significance for the future […]
Championing mental health: IOC’s blueprint for major sports events
Following the positive impact of the mental health services provided to athletes at the Olympic Games Paris 2024, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) is sharing its approach with the wider Olympic Movement. Through the newly published “Mental Health Guidelines for Major Sporting Events”, the IOC is bringing together invaluable resources and guidelines to ensure that safe, […]
Sport unites all 193 Member States at the UN General Assembly – “Sport as an Enabler of Sustainable Development” resolution adopted by consensus
The United Nations (UN) General Assembly has highlighted the role of sport for sustainable development by passing a resolution entitled “Sport as an Enabler of Sustainable Development” by consensus of all 193 UN Member States. Resolution A/79/L.10 supports the overarching mission of the Olympic and Paralympic Games to be a unifying force, bringing the world […]
Sport takes prominent place at World Urban Forum
Sport and its contribution to urban development and the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) was part of the many discussions held at the World Urban Forum (WUF) last week. Taking part in four major sessions, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) led the conversation on how best to leverage sport as a catalyst for […]
AIMS Family Unites at Olympic House to Celebrate Partnership and Olympic Values
The AIMS family, the IOC-recognized umbrella federation within the Olympic sports pyramid, recently gathered at the Olympic House in Lausanne, the Olympic capital. This important meeting underscored AIMS’ steadfast commitment to collaboration with the IOC. A memorable family photo was taken at the foot of the iconic unity staircase in Olympic House, representing the strong […]
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 […]
United Nations Pact for the Future highlights role of sport for SDGs – IOC President thanks world leaders at Summit of the Future
Addressing world leaders during the Summit of the Future at the United Nations (UN) headquarters in New York, International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach thanked them wholeheartedly for including sport in the Pact for the Future. The landmark document was adopted by the 193 UN Member States on Sunday. “Please accept my heartfelt congratulations on […]
AIMS President Stephan Fox Participates in 142nd IOC Session in Paris
AIMS President Stephan Fox recently took part in the 142nd International Olympic Committee (IOC) Session held in Paris. This significant event saw key decisions and elections that will shape the future of the Olympic movement. One of the highlights was the election of two new IOC Vice-Presidents, Ms. Nawal El Moutawakel from Morocco and Dr. […]