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IOA Athletes Commission Finalizes Roadmap to Embed Athlete Voice in Governance

Tapping IOC and OCA grants, the commission will launch a dedicated Athletes Department to channel feedback through a National Athletes Forum.

Overview

  • The IOA will establish a dedicated Athletes Department to streamline communication and centralize athlete feedback.
  • Each National Sports Federation has been asked to provide details of its Athletes Commission members to broaden governance representation.
  • The commission is developing safeguarding protocols to protect athletes’ physical and mental well-being.
  • A renewed collaboration with the National Anti-Doping Agency will expand education programs and strengthen compliance.
  • IOC and OCA grants will bankroll a National Athletes Forum later this year, complementing a career-pathway initiative that includes two Olympian interns.