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 […]

Launch of World Savate Day – March 23, 2024

The International Savate Federation (FISav*) was founded on 23rd March 1985 as an international sports organisation dedicated to the promotion of the sport of Savate – French Boxing – throughout the world. Savate is a combat sport in which all kicks and punches must be performed with precision, according to clear principles, and with respect […]

STRENGTHENING RELATIONSHIPS: IWGA AND FRENCH OLYMPIC COMMITTEE SIGN MOU

In a significant step towards the promotion of physical activities and all the disciplines featured in The World Games sport programme, the International World Games Association (IWGA) and the French National Olympic and Sport Committee (CNOSF) have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to further develop their overall cooperation before and during The World […]

KIRSTY COVENTRY: MY ADVICE FOR WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP

On International Women’s Day 2024, five-time Olympian and IOC Member Kirsty Coventry reflects on the progress made towards gender equality and reveals her advice for female athletes entering leadership roles. Kirsty Coventry is Africa’s most-decorated Olympian, winning seven individual medals in swimming across Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008, including two golds. Now the Minister of […]

International Women’s Day 2024

AIMS would like to take the opportunity to celebrate the continued progress made towards gender equality, and it is something the AIMS family strives to continue doing, on and off the Field of Play. Sport, without a doubt, is one of the most powerful platforms for promoting equality and inclusion, and empowering athletes in all […]

World Anti-Doping Agency Global Education Conference 2024

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) concluded its 2024 Global Education Conference in Cannes, France, with a clear call to action for anti-doping stakeholders internationally: “stronger steps must be taken to further protect minors in sport.” This fourth edition of the conference, which kicked off on 27 February, wrapped up with WADA stating its intentions to […]

IFA President Visits AIMS President

The President of the International Fistball Association (IFA), Mr. Jörn Verleger, paid a courtesy visit to the AIMS President Mr. Stephan Fox, at his office in Bangkok Thailand. Many important topics were discussed, where President Verleger presented a detailed report on the IFA development as an AIMS member, as well as further plans towards recognition […]

SportAccord 2024 – sneak ‘Peaky’ at Summit’s social events

LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND – Birmingham and West Midlands – the famously friendly city and region, with world class sport and major events expertise and a spectacular cultural and industrial reputation – is set to make a lasting impression on over 1,500 delegates and exhibitors at SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit on 7-11 April. SportAccord – the […]

HealthAccord Spotlights Mental Health and Female Athlete Well-being

Supporting elite athlete mental health and maximising female athlete well-being to improve performance will be the focus at HealthAccord, one of the four specialist streams at this year’s SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit. Sport’s most influential industry gathering will take place from 7 to 11 April in Birmingham -West Midlands and bring together around 1,500 leaders and […]

Gangwon 2024 comes to an end as an example of legacy and solidarity

The Winter Youth Olympic Games Gangwon 2024 have been a “great demonstration of Olympic legacy and solidarity”, as highlighted by International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach. The IOC President, joined by Gangwon 2024 Coordination Commission Chair and IOC Member Hong Zhang, congratulated the Gangwon State authorities, the Gangwon 2024 Organising Committee, the PyeongChang 2018 Legacy Foundation […]