The Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF) has published its sixth barometer of the governance of international federationsHe highlights steady progress: the 31 FIs that participated in the previous evaluation in 2023-2024 saw their overall score increased by more than 10 points on average, going from about 189 to 200, out of a possible maximum of 240.
« The maintenance of high governance standards The autonomy of International Federations (IFs) is absolutely essential to defending their role in the complex world of international sport, enabling them to fulfill their vital function. I would like to thank our member federations for their commitment to this important project, which can be challenging given the multiple competing priorities and responsibilities they face. » commented the president of ASOIF, Ingmar De Vos.
The Badminton World Federation (BWF), the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), the International Federation of Football (FIFA), the International Cycling Union (UCI), the International Tennis Federation (ITF), the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB), the World Baseball/Softball Confederation (WBSC), World Aquatics, World Athletics, World Rowing, World Rugby and World Triathlon are ranked in the highest category.
World Triathlon is among the top performers With 12 points gained and a total of 210 out of 240, he was able to move up to category A1 for the first time. This is a moment of great pride for World TriathlonPresident Antonio F. Arimany emphasizes. This result is the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and a genuine commitment to the highest standards of governance within our federation. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to all the World Triathlon staff who worked so diligently to gather and present the information required for this assessment—their efforts and professionalism made this achievement possible. »
All the international institutions (IFs) that were in Group A1 in 2023-2024 retained their place and were joined by seven other IFs. The barometer notably emphasizes the improvements in gender parity within boards of directors Of the 31 international institutions (IFs) that participated in 2023-2024, nine now have at least 40% women on their boards, compared to four in the previous assessment. Sixteen of the 31 IFs have between 25% and 40% women on their boards.
