Dear AIMS Members,

As a part of AIMS collaboration with the International Testing Agency (ITA) we are delighted to inform you about the ITA’s monthly webinars, which serve as an invaluable resource to enhance knowledge and promote best practices in anti-doping and sports governance. These webinars provide a unique platform for education, collaboration ensuring compliance with global standards.

The upcoming December session will focus on the topic: “The Athlete Support Personnel – Athlete Relationship in Clean Sport.”

Athlete Support Personnel (ASP), including managers, play a pivotal role in promoting clean sport. With their trusted relationships, ASPs provide not only athletic guidance but also mental, emotional, and ethical support to athletes. Their understanding of anti-doping rules and their influence makes them essential advocates for clean sport values.

We invite all athletes and their support personnel to join this interactive webinar, featuring insightful discussions and live Q&A opportunities with the following distinguished panellists:

• Sára Anna Mihalik, Kayak World Champion and ITA Education Team Member
• Adam Favel, Founder and Head of Athlete Support, DSE Sports

The session will be moderated by Mairi Irvine from the ITA Education Team. Together, they will discuss strategies for fostering a culture of integrity in athlete-ASP relationships.

Event Details:

• Topic: The Athlete Support Personnel – Athlete Relationship in Clean Sport
• Date: Wednesday, 11 December 2024
• Time: 14:00 – 15:00 CET
• Registration Link: Register Here

As always, this webinar will be conducted in English and include simultaneous translation in Arabic (العربية), Spanish (español), French (français), and Russian (русский), ensuring accessibility for all participants.

To help promote this webinar, we have attached three banners designed for social media. Please note that the banner labeled ITA_Webinar_12_st is specifically formatted for Instagram or Facebook stories. The white rectangle on the banner highlights where you can insert the following link to direct users to the registration page: ITA Webinar Registration.

We encourage you to share this information widely on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and other platforms. Feel free to include it in newsletters, on your website, or distribute it within your sporting communities.

Thank you for your support in promoting this important initiative. We look forward to your participation and collaboration in fostering a culture of clean sport.

warm regards,

Zhuldyz BAIMAGAMBET

Executive Administrator, AIMS

AIMS President message: Empowering the Next Generation with WADA’s Youth Anti-Doping Education Initiative

Dear AIMS Members,

We are thrilled to announce a powerful new initiative from the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), aimed at educating young athletes on the significance of clean sport. As dedicated partners in this mission, AIMS calls on all member federations to actively support and elevate this initiative within your networks. Together, we can cultivate a culture of integrity in sport, building a future rooted in fairness and transparency. By instilling these essential values in young athletes through anti-doping education, we’re creating a foundation for a cleaner, more honorable sporting world. AIMS firmly believes that empowering youth today secures a cleaner, fairer playing field for tomorrow.

 About the New ADEL Resources

ADEL for Youth Athletes Course: Tailored for athletes aged 11-15, this interactive course introduces the principles of clean sport, equipping young athletes with the knowledge and resilience to face challenges. Featuring perspectives from WADA’s Athlete Council members, each module encourages young athletes to champion a fair and positive sporting environment.

Downloadable Resources: WADA has developed four essential resources for youth athletes, parents, and support personnel, covering key topics like testing procedures, the Prohibited List, supplements, and the importance of speaking up. These materials are available offline, enabling learning anytime, anywhere.

As a committed partner, AIMS understands the importance of supporting WADA’s efforts across every stage of an athlete’s journey—from youth development to elite competition. We encourage each federation to widely share these resources and incorporate them into your educational initiatives with young athletes and their support networks.

How to Engage

• Accessing Resources: The ADEL course and resources are available in English, French, and Spanish.For translation requests, please contact the ADEL Helpdesk.
• Youth Account Setup: Athletes under 16 should use a parent or guardian’s email to create an ADEL account.

This initiative presents each AIMS federation with a valuable opportunity to reinforce the principles of clean sport within your community. By expanding this program, you contribute directly to WADA and AIMS’ shared mission to uphold integrity and ethical competition in sports.

Thank you for your commitment to clean sport. Together, we can inspire the next generation of athletes to honor health, dedication, and the true spirit of competition. Please share this initiative with your athletes and Anti-Doping Commission and upload these resources to your websites.

Together, we are stronger. Together, we stand for clean sport.

Warm regards,
Stephan Fox

President, AIMS

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