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Sochi 2014: The final countdown
Sochi has long been Russia’s most popular holiday resort, with visitors drawn to the warm weather and palm-fringed avenues of a city that stands as far south as Nice on the French Riviera. But following an astonishing seven-year transformation,...Show More Summary
IOC Executive Board meeting and 125th IOC Session in Buenos Aires, Argentina – Information for the media
1) GENERAL INFORMATION The IOC Executive Board (EB) meeting and annual general meeting (Session) of the members of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) will be held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from 4 to 10 September 2013 (EB 4 and...Show More Summary
Sport for Social Cohesion
“Today there is no doubt that sport plays a fundamental role in the development of social cohesion,” said IOC Sport for All Commission chairman Sam Ramsamy. “These amazing initiatives around the city of Lima should be used as a model...Show More Summary
YOG on the Road to the European Youth Olympic Winter Festival
An annual event, the 2013 EYOWF welcomed over 900 athletes from 45 countries competing in 37 disciplines. Between events, we caught up with some of these young competitors to see what it is that drives them and why they love taking part...Show More Summary
Samaranch Memorial inaugurated in Tianjin
This project brings to life the wish of IOC EB member and renowned architect Ching-kuo Wu, to whom Samaranch donated his lifelong Olympic collections, to share this Olympic treasure with the entire world through the Memorial designed...Show More Summary
Programme for 3rd International Forum on Sport for Peace and Development
Click here for the preliminary programme with a detailed description of the themes. The final version including the list of speakers will follow shortly. Enabling concerted action Jointly organised by the International Olympic Committee...Show More Summary
Highlights of the week
IOC ACTIVITIESPRESIDENT IOC President Jacques Rogge met IOC Vice-President Craig Reedie in Lausanne on 16 April to discuss a range of issues, including the recent visits of the IOC Evaluation Commission, chaired by Craig Reedie, to the...Show More Summary
Judo builds bridges in Burundi
About the Community Youth Sport Centre The multi-sport complex was jointly set up by the IOC, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the government of Burundi in September 2011. It is located in the border region with the...Show More Summary
A day in the life of Swiss biathlete Aita Gasparin
In our latest video, Youth Olympic Games graduate and rising biathlon star Aita Gasparin gives us a glimpse into her sport, which combines cross-country skiing and rifle shooting. From testing her skis, practising at the shooting range...Show More Summary
Death of IOC Honorary Member Pedro Ramírez Vázquez
An IOC member from 1972 to 1995, Mr Ramírez Vázquez was Chairman of the Cultural Commission (1980-1994) and a member of the following commissions: Information and Cultural (1973-1974), Administration of the Olympic Games (1973-1975), for Greece (1980-1981), Coordination for the Olympic Games (summer) (1988-1990), construction delegate (1990-1993). Show More Summary
PhD Students Research Grant Programme 2014
The IOC Olympic Studies Centre (OSC) has launched the 2014 PhD Students Research Grant Programme intended for doctoral students engaged in scholarly research on the Olympic Movement, its history and ideals, and the impact of the Olympic Games on the various aspects of contemporary society and culture. Show More Summary
Usain Bolt, Jessica Ennis and Mo Farah Confirmed for London Anniversary Games
Happy Anniversary, London. The 2012 Olympic Games were a joyous occasion for those lucky enough to enjoy the sports and sunshine on offer. Home crowds witnessed wonderful performances from the host nation, and many others, and for 17 magical days, it felt as if London was the global capital of sport. Show More Summary
IOC and FC Barcelona Foundation join forces
Both the IOC and the FC Barcelona Foundation (FFCB) use sport as a vector for social and human development as well as a tool for educating and promoting the Olympic values of excellence, respect and friendship. By joining forces, the...Show More Summary
Sport for All: From Theory to Action
Practical Sessions The conference is also offering practical session, led by guest speakers all with a wealth of hands-on experience, which provide a more interactive experience and tackle the practical challenges around Sport for All...Show More Summary
Alpine skier and Olympic champion Aksel Lund Svindal talks to the YOG team on what it takes to be the best!
From his first pair of skis aged three to overall World Champion and Olympian, the 30 year-old reminisces on the excitement of his first race as a kid to taking part in his first Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver 2010, where he walked...Show More Summary
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