The Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF) begins the new year with a clearly defined roadmap and a shared conviction: strengthening the collective role of its federations at a decisive moment for the Olympic Movement. In a context of constant transformations in governance, organization and the social impact of sport, ASOIF positions itself as a platform for coordination, support and representation for its members.
This momentum is the result of a broad process of dialogue and consultation led by its new president, Ingmar De Vos, which made it possible to translate the concerns and aspirations of the federations into a common mission. Representing, strengthening and growing the collective influence of the Summer Olympic International Federations is not merely a statement of principles, but the core of a shared mission, guiding a strategy designed to support the upcoming Olympic cycles.
A strategy built by the members
The ASOIF 2026–2032 Strategy stems from an extensive participatory process aimed at reflecting the diverse realities of the Summer International Federations. More than a programmatic document, it serves as a common operational framework that defines clear priorities and aligns the association’s actions over the next six years, in line with the evolution of the Olympic and sporting movement.
On this basis, three strategic pillars shape the collective mission. The first focuses on advocacy, influence and representation, with the goal of amplifying the federations’ collective voice, safeguarding their autonomy and promoting high standards of governance. This is complemented by excellence at the Olympic Games, which seeks to ensure meaningful participation of the IFs in the decision-making processes of the IOC and the Organising Committees, strengthening a relationship of strategic collaboration. The third pillar, collaboration and knowledge sharing, aims to generate collective solutions to shared challenges, based on the real needs of the members.
Implementation, governance and the challenges of 2026
With the start of the implementation phase, the role of the ASOIF Olympic Committee becomes more prominent and aligns more directly with the pillar of Olympic Excellence. This evolution is designed to support federations in the planning and operational coordination of the Games, strengthening their capacity to exert structured influence on the major events of the Olympic calendar.
At the same time, ASOIF is moving forward with defining priorities, timelines and concrete programmes to bring the Strategy to life, alongside initiatives aimed at strengthening good governance and improving communication and accountability among members. This focus is reflected in the launch of the Sixth IF Governance Review, the results of which will be released in the summer and will serve as a tool for continuous improvement.
The year 2026 will be marked by key milestones for collective decision-making. The ASOIF Council will assess the first progress of the Strategy in March, while the 50th General Assembly, scheduled for May in Baku, is shaping up as a decisive moment for future planning. In parallel, the association and its members reaffirm their commitment to the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, a historic event for Olympism, while preparations intensify for Los Angeles 2028 and confirmation is awaited for the sports programme of Brisbane 2032, within a scenario of ongoing dialogue with the IOC.
