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WADA launches 2027 Code Companion for Athletes

WADA launches 2027 Code Companion for Athletes

Jun 30, 2026

Source: WADA-ADA Communications

Montreal, 29 June 2026

With the 1 January 2027 implementation date of the 2027 World Anti-Doping Code (Code) approaching, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to announce the launch of the 2027 Code Companion for Athletes in English and French1. This new e-learning course is now available on WADA’s Anti-Doping Education and Learning (ADEL) platform as an education solution for Anti-Doping Organizations (ADOs) to support their education efforts with athletes ahead of the 2027 Code coming into effect.

This new course provides a dynamic education opportunity for athletes to explore the key changes to the 2027 Code and the International Standards, covering topics such as education, testing, Therapeutic Use Exemptions, results management, data protection, and investigations. In addition to informing athletes of the new changes, the course also covers why these changes are important and how they will impact athletes. The ultimate goal of the course is to proactively help athletes make informed decisions, understand their rights and responsibilities, and compete clean.

WADA’s Athlete Council (AC) was involved in the review of the course, providing invaluable feedback that helped ensure the content and structure of the course are athlete centered in practice.

WADA’s AC Chair, Ryan Pini, said: “The 2027 Code Companion is a great way for ADOs to help educate and inform athletes about changes that are coming in 2027. The course strikes the right balance between informative and engaging and is well suited to a broad athlete audience regardless of their prior knowledge of the Code. I applaud WADA’s Education team on the creation of this course and I feel confident that athletes taking the course will come away with a greater awareness of their rights and responsibilities under the 2027 Code.”

WADA’s Director of Education, Amanda Hudson, said: “As part of our ongoing efforts to support the anti-doping community prepare for the 2027 Code and Standards, we are excited to publish this Code Companion designed specifically for athletes. This follows the recent publishing of the first suite of Code Implementation Support Program (CISP) resources on ADEL. The Code Companion can help ADOs ensure their athletes are aware of the upcoming changes and what they mean for them. We are grateful to the Athlete Council and those who supported the development process. We encourage all ADOs to use this course to help athletes prepare for the new Code and Standards.”

1 The Code Companion is the only course published on ADEL that reflects the 2027 Code and Standards. Existing ADEL courses are in the process of being updated to reflect the 2027Code and Standards. While the core updated courses will be made available for translation in advance of 1 January upon request (ADEL power users only), they will only be published and live on ADEL in January 2027.

Join ITA’s next webinar, Ask the Expert: Intelligence & Investigations.

Join ITA’s next webinar, Ask the Expert: Intelligence & Investigations.

May 4, 2026

Join the International Testing Agency (ITA) webinar, Intelligence & Investigations.

Webinar description:
Join us for our fifth webinar of 2026, Ask the Expert: Intelligence & Investigations, featuring Nick Iliffe, ITA Head of Intelligence and Investigations. This session will provide an overview of the topic, along with practical insights and expert answers to your questions.

To make the most of this event, we encourage you to submit your questions in advance via the registration link by 11 May. We will address as many questions as possible during the live session, and there will also be dedicated time at the end for a live Q&A.

Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and engage with a leading expert in the field.

As always, we are pleased to deliver these webinars in English, with simultaneous interpretation into four additional languages: Arabic (العربية), French (français), Russian (русский), and Spanish (español).

Webinar details:

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Join ITA’s next webinar, Ask the Expert: Supplements

Join ITA’s next webinar, Ask the Expert: Supplements

Apr 27, 2026

Join the International Testing Agency (ITA) webinar, Ask the Expert: Supplements.

Webinar description:

Join us for our fourth webinar of 2026, Ask the Expert: Supplements, featuring Jeni Pearce, MNZM, NZRD, Performance Nutritionist. This session will provide an overview of the topic, along with practical insights and expert answers to your questions.
To make the most of this event, we encourage you to submit your questions in advance via the registration link by 16 April. We will address as many questions as possible during the live session, and there will also be dedicated time at the end for a live Q&A.

Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and engage with a leading expert in the field.

As always, we are pleased to deliver these webinars in English, with simultaneous interpretation into four additional languages: Arabic (العربية), French (français), Russian (русский), and Spanish (español).

 

Webinar details:

 

Feel free to share this information on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter). You may also share it with your communications team, publish it on your website or in newsletters, or distribute it across your sporting communities.

This Friday, join WADA in Celebrating Play True Day 2026: “Play True. It Starts with You.”

This Friday, join WADA in Celebrating Play True Day 2026: “Play True. It Starts with You.”

Apr 14, 2026

Further to the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA’s) release of 24 February, WADA wishes to remind the global anti-doping community that Play True Day 2026 will be celebrated on 17 April 2026 and invite everyone to take part in the digital campaign aimed at raising awareness about the importance of clean sport.

The theme “Play True. It Starts with You” highlights the individual responsibility of athletes, coaches and all anti-doping stakeholders to protecting the integrity of sport. Because clean sport does not happen by chance, it happens through everyday choices.

Since its launch in 2014, Play True Day has evolved from a small initiative into a global movement that reaches millions each year.

WADA invites athletes, National and Regional Anti-Doping Organizations, Sports Federations, Governments, Major Event Organizers and all anti-doping stakeholders to pledge their support for “Play True. It Starts with You”.

How to take part:

Share a post on 17 April to celebrate Play True Day
Use #PlayTrueDay and tag @wada_ama
Amplify WADA’s content across your platforms (share and/or like)
We encourage all Anti-Doping Organizations and partners to amplify this message within your networks and mobilize your communities in the lead-up to 17 April.

For those who wish to go further, they can also take part in the #PlayTrueChallenge until 16 April.

For more information, the Play True Day toolkit is available in English, French and Spanish and can be downloaded from WADA’s Play True Day webpage.

Together, let’s make Play True Day 2026 a success by reaffirming that protecting sport begins with each of us.

Play True. It Starts with You.

Invitation to ITA December Webinar: “The Athlete Support Personnel – Athlete Relationship in Clean Sport”

Invitation to ITA December Webinar: “The Athlete Support Personnel – Athlete Relationship in Clean Sport”

Dec 4, 2024

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

New ADEL Resources from AIMS and WADA

New ADEL Resources from AIMS and WADA

Dec 2, 2024

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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