/Templates/Public/Pages/RSSFeedV2.aspx?id=7550&epslanguage=en WADA News RSS Feed 5/21/2013 11:40:16 PM en http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-seeks-stakeholder-feedback-on-working-group-report-lack-of-effectiveness-of-testing-programs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wada-seeks-stakeholder-feedback-on-working-group-report-lack-of-effectiveness-of-testing-programs http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-seeks-stakeholder-feedback-on-working-group-report-lack-of-effectiveness-of-testing-programs/#comments Tue 21 May 2013 09:57:55 AM Uncategorized WADA is circulating to relevant stakeholder groups the Working Group report on why global anti-doping testing programs are not detecting the number of cheats that research otherwise shows is prevalent. The report was recently finalized by the Ad Hoc Working Group and presented to WADA’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board at their meetings last weekend. WADA seeks feedback from its partners in the fight against doping in sport on the issues identified, and the recommendations made by the Working Group. The deadline for submission of comments and suggestions is 31 July 2013. WADA plans to compile the input received and present a follow-up paper to the Executive Committee at their next meeting, scheduled for 11 September. http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/new-threshold-level-for-cannabis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-threshold-level-for-cannabis http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/new-threshold-level-for-cannabis/#comments Thu 16 May 2013 01:30:54 PM Uncategorized At its May 11 meeting WADA’s Executive Committee decided to increase the threshold level for cannabis following consideration of the many submissions received from stakeholders during the Code review process. Accordingly, the Technical Document on Decision Limits for the Confirmatory Quantification of Threshold Substances (TD2013DL) has been revised to reflect the applicable modifications affecting compliance decisions for Carboxy-THC. Version 2.0 of the TD2013DL is effective as of May 11, 2013, and can be found on WADA’s Web site. All samples received by laboratories post-May 11 will be subject to the new threshold level. As a matter of fairness and to provide consistency, WADA advises not to pursue cases currently in the results management phase where the reported concentration is less than the new threshold (150 ng/mL). Also, for any analyses conducted from May 11 onwards, laboratories are requested not to [...] http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/operation-puerto-wada-files-statement-of-appeal-to-the-criminal-court-in-madrid/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=operation-puerto-wada-files-statement-of-appeal-to-the-criminal-court-in-madrid http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/operation-puerto-wada-files-statement-of-appeal-to-the-criminal-court-in-madrid/#comments Fri 17 May 2013 01:09:11 PM Uncategorized The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is filing a declaration to appeal to the Criminal Court in Madrid in relation with the Operation Puerto. Following its policy, WADA will refrain from commenting further in order to protect the integrity of the process. http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-executive-committee-and-foundation-board-approach-final-revision-of-the-2015-world-anti-doping-code/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wada-executive-committee-and-foundation-board-approach-final-revision-of-the-2015-world-anti-doping-code http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-executive-committee-and-foundation-board-approach-final-revision-of-the-2015-world-anti-doping-code/#comments Sun 12 May 2013 03:48:30 PM Uncategorized The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) made significant progress in its mission to enhance global support in the fight against doping in sport during the Agency’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board meetings held in Montreal this weekend. The meetings focused mainly on proposed amendments to the third draft of the 2015 World Anti-Doping Code in context of the Code Review Process with stakeholders that commenced in November 2011. The review process included three phases of consultation and will conclude at the World Conference on Doping in Sport in Johannesburg, South Africa, November 12-15, 2013. A large number of submissions were received from stakeholders during the three phases of the consultation process. There have been nearly 4,000 individual comments on the Code and International Standards. “WADA values the input of these stakeholders and is pleased with the level of their engagement throughout [...] http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-statement-on-the-prohibited-substance-igf-1/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wada-statement-on-the-prohibited-substance-igf-1 http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-statement-on-the-prohibited-substance-igf-1/#comments Sat 11 May 2013 12:27:21 PM Uncategorized WADA has carefully reviewed the issues surrounding the banned substance IGF-1 arising out of the Vijay Singh case and other inquiries. IGF-1 is a prohibited substance and has been included on the Prohibited List for years. On the other hand, very small quantities of IGF-1 can be found naturally in animal products (e.g. colostrums, deer antler velvet). WADA has referred this issue to the List Committee as part of the current List review process to assist WADA in further evaluating those circumstances under which these natural products should be considered as prohibited. In the meantime, WADA repeats its warning that athletes who use these types of products do so at their own risk. Further, athletes are advised that, like other supplements, these products may be adulterated or spiked with substances not disclosed on the product label. http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-director-general-david-howman-statement-on-operation-puerto-decision/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wada-director-general-david-howman-statement-on-operation-puerto-decision http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-director-general-david-howman-statement-on-operation-puerto-decision/#comments Tue 30 Apr 2013 04:12:58 PM Uncategorized WADA has carefully considered the decision rendered by the Criminal Court in Madrid in relation with the Operation Puerto. The decision to order the destruction of all the blood bags is particularly disappointing and unsatisfactory for WADA, and the whole anti-doping community. Access to this evidence motivated WADA’s involvement in this case. This would ensure appropriate sports sanction processes against the cheats who used Dr Fuentes’ services. The Court did consider that his conduct was a crime against public health. WADA is currently fully reviewing the decision and any possible appeal or other action with its Spanish legal advisors, and the Spanish National Anti-Doping Organization (AEA). The deadline to appeal the case is May 17. WADA will not make any further comment about this case until that date. http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/tyler-hamilton-meets-with-wada-and-visits-elementary-school/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tyler-hamilton-meets-with-wada-and-visits-elementary-school http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/tyler-hamilton-meets-with-wada-and-visits-elementary-school/#comments Mon 29 Apr 2013 11:16:48 AM Uncategorized Tyler Hamilton, a former professional cyclist who was part of the US Postal Service Team doping scandal, was in Montreal last week to meet with WADA to help shed more light on doping practices. A few years ago, Hamilton admitted that he had used banned substances during his racing career and has since been collaborating with relevant authorities in support of doping investigations. Hamilton met with the WADA Education Committee to provide information that will further assist in the development of effective anti-doping education programs. “Tyler’s open and honest approach to his past experiences provided valuable insight on how we can be more effective in preventing the use of doping,” said Education Committee Chair Ed Jurith (pictured on the left). Tyler Hamilton also visited a local elementary school to answer questions about his experience and to speak about the perils of [...] http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-statement-on-substance-aod-9604/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wada-statement-on-substance-aod-9604 http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-statement-on-substance-aod-9604/#comments Mon 22 Apr 2013 06:57:01 AM Uncategorized Following a number of inquiries regarding the substance AOD-9604 available on the Internet ‘black market’ and possibly elsewhere, WADA has issued the following statement: AOD-9604 is a substance still under pre-clinical and clinical development and has not been approved for therapeutic use by any government health authority in the world. Therefore, under the 2013 Prohibited Substances and Methods List, the substance falls into the S.0 category which states: “S0. NON-APPROVED SUBSTANCES Any pharmacological substance which is not addressed by any of the subsequent sections of the List and with no current approval by any governmental regulatory health authority for human therapeutic use (e.g drugs under pre-clinical or clinical development or discontinued, designer drugs, substances approved only for veterinary use) is prohibited at all times.” For more advice and information regarding medication or supplements, athletes are advised to contact their national [...] http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-returns-to-montevideo-to-discuss-education/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wada-returns-to-montevideo-to-discuss-education http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-returns-to-montevideo-to-discuss-education/#comments Fri 12 Apr 2013 01:25:37 PM Uncategorized The development and implementation of anti-doping education programs was once again top of the agenda at WADA’s third regional education symposium in Montevideo, Uruguay. Some 35 representatives from 20 Latin American and Spanish speaking Caribbean countries attended the April 10-11 event, which was hosted by the Uruguay National Sport Department and opened by WADA Director General David Howman along with the Uruguay Minister of Tourism and Sport, Ms Lilián Kechician and the Director of the National Sport Department, Mr Ernesto Irurueta. “The provision of information and education programs is mandatory under the World Anti-Doping Code and a fundamental element in the fight against doping in sport. The Symposium provided an opportunity for the anti-doping community in Latin America to share ideas for informing and educating young people about the dangers of doping, by focusing on the importance of the values [...] http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-announces-2014-social-science-research-grant-program/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wada-announces-2014-social-science-research-grant-program http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-announces-2014-social-science-research-grant-program/#comments Wed 03 Apr 2013 03:24:02 PM Uncategorized WADA invites applications for its 2014 Social Science Research Grant Program. This Program encourages research in social science in order to obtain information that will enable more efficient doping prevention strategies. WADA awards research grants to organizations of all types – universities, colleges, small businesses, for-profit and not-for-profit organizations, etc. The deadline for submissions for the 2014 program is July 5, 2013. Applications shall be submitted through the online application system WADAGrants. For further information, please visit our Web site or contact WADA’s Education Department at ssr@wada-ama.org. http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-statement-on-the-andrus-veerpalu-decision/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wada-statement-on-the-andrus-veerpalu-decision http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-statement-on-the-andrus-veerpalu-decision/#comments Wed 27 Mar 2013 12:09:22 PM Uncategorized WADA is disappointed with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) decision on the Andrus Veerpalu case. It is of course pleasing and important that CAS has accepted the reliability of the hGH test method. However, we are concerned at the conclusion reached by CAS about the Decision Limits applied for hGH. This hGH test was developed with leading experts in the hGH field. We received the court’s reasoning yesterday, and will not comment more specifically until we thoroughly analyze the findings and its consequences. http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-statement-on-recent-cas-decision-on-hgh/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wada-statement-on-recent-cas-decision-on-hgh http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-statement-on-recent-cas-decision-on-hgh/#comments Thu 28 Mar 2013 10:32:54 AM Uncategorized The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has now had the opportunity to carefully study the decision rendered by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on March 26th 2013 in the case of Mr. Andrus Veerpalu.  WADA regrets the outcome of this case, where according to the CAS panel in its decision“ there are many factors in this case which tend to indicate that the Athlete did in fact administer exogenous hGH”. It means to WADA that a likely cheater has evaded a sanction due to a tenuous technicality. WADA is deeply disappointed with this situation, but acknowledges the CAS authority and understands that the panel was not comfortably satisfied with the decision limits (DL) currently applied to the hGH test. WADA will immediately engage in a process to re-establish these limits taking into account the remarks expressed in the CAS [...] http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-to-offer-smartphone-app-for-athlete-whereabouts-reporting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wada-to-offer-smartphone-app-for-athlete-whereabouts-reporting http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-to-offer-smartphone-app-for-athlete-whereabouts-reporting/#comments Thu 28 Mar 2013 01:26:33 PM Uncategorized Mobility of new App facilitates athletes’ submission of whereabouts details and update notifications. In an ongoing effort to support athletes and doping-free sport, WADA will introduce a free whereabouts App for smartphones in the third quarter of 2013. The new App is an extension of WADA’s whereabouts module (ADAMS), and will be available to more than 25,000 athletes worldwide to facilitate compliance with the anti-doping rules of their International Sport Federation or National Anti-Doping Organization. This will be of particular interest to those athletes in a registered testing pool who have specific anti-doping responsibilities regarding the provision of whereabouts information to support out-of-competition testing. The whereabouts App will be available on two commonly used platforms: iPhone and Android. Using their smartphone, athletes can enter, check, change and submit their whereabouts details at any time with just a few clicks. Using [...] http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/international-experts-discuss-current-and-future-strategies-at-wada-symposium/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=international-experts-discuss-current-and-future-strategies-at-wada-symposium http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/international-experts-discuss-current-and-future-strategies-at-wada-symposium/#comments Tue 26 Mar 2013 11:34:27 AM Uncategorized On the occasion of WADA’s annual Symposium for Anti-Doping Organizations, 310 anti-doping experts from all corners of the world met in Lausanne, Switzerland, on March 19 and 20, to discuss anti-doping strategies and the future of the fight against doping in sport. The theme of the ninth edition of the Symposium, ‘Ten Years of the World Anti-Doping Code, Ten Years into the Future – The Need for New Strategies to Enhance the Fight against Doping’ had representatives, in particular, from International Sport Federations (IFs), National Anti-Doping Organizations (NADOs) and Regional Anti-Doping Organizations (RADOs), as well as Major Games Organizers, share experiences and ideas through presentations, roundtables and break-out discussions. “The Symposium continues to grow in popularity year after year. It has become a major date on the calendar for anti-doping experts from all over the world to interact, brainstorm collectively [...] http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-issues-alert-on-gw501516/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wada-issues-alert-on-gw501516 http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-issues-alert-on-gw501516/#comments Thu 21 Mar 2013 01:13:37 PM Uncategorized It has come to WADA’s attention that the black market substance GW501516 is being sold to and used by some athletes. The side effect of this chemical compound is so serious that WADA is taking the rare step of warning “cheats” to ensure that there is complete awareness of the possible health risks to athletes who succumb to the temptation of using GW501516 for performance enhancement. GW501516 was a developmental drug that was withdrawn from research by the pharmaceutical company and terminated when serious toxicities were discovered in pre-clinical studies. Clinical approval has not, and will not be given for this substance. However, GW501516 has been available for some months on the black market, through the Internet and elsewhere. Anti-Doping authorities have already seen its use by athletes, as there are a number of positive cases. Please pass this information [...] http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-stresses-growing-need-for-education/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wada-stresses-growing-need-for-education http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-stresses-growing-need-for-education/#comments Thu 14 Mar 2013 09:01:10 AM Uncategorized The growing need for education to play a greater role in the fight against doping in sport was the theme of a presentation given by WADA Director of Education and Program Development Rob Koehler at the Tackling Doping in Sport conference in London this week. The presentation was first delivered at WADA’s Foundation Board in Montreal last November, and again at WADA’s Athlete Committee meeting in New York in January. During his presentation Mr. Koehler highlighted the crucial difference between the provision of anti-doping information and the necessity for anti-doping education, and recommended that education figures more prominently in the World Anti-Doping Code and anti-doping programs across the world. Mr. Koehler also explained that education should be considered a vital component in deterring athletes from doping, with a particular focus on young people growing up in what has been described [...] http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/therapeutic-use-exemption-focus-at-jada-wada-seminar/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=therapeutic-use-exemption-focus-at-jada-wada-seminar http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/therapeutic-use-exemption-focus-at-jada-wada-seminar/#comments Tue 26 Feb 2013 11:31:00 AM Uncategorized Representatives from 27 Asian countries gathered in Tokyo last month to increase their understanding of Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUEs) in anti-doping programs. The two-day seminar was hosted by the Japan Anti-Doping Agency (JADA) in partnership with WADA, and was supported by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of the Japanese Government. “Our objective was to discuss in detail the TUE process and to help physicians and managers within the Regional Anti-Doping Organizations (RADOs) and National Anti-Doping Organizations (NADOs) to manage this process effectively,” explained WADA Medical Director Dr. Alan Vernec (pictured). “The TUE process is a fundamental part of anti-doping and a critical element that allows athletes with legitimate medical conditions to participate in sport.” In addition to presentations, breakout sessions were used to discuss challenging TUE cases. Joining Dr. Vernec in leading the breakout sessions [...] http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-commends-us-department-of-justice-decision/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wada-commends-us-department-of-justice-decision http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/wada-commends-us-department-of-justice-decision/#comments Fri 22 Feb 2013 04:11:50 PM Uncategorized WADA commends the US Department of Justice for its decision to join Floyd Landis’s qui tam civil suit alleging Lance Armstrong and others caused the submission of false claims to the US Postal Service. http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/features/the-spirit-of-sport-and-anti-doping-policy-an-ideal-worth-fighting-for/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-spirit-of-sport-and-anti-doping-policy-an-ideal-worth-fighting-for http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/features/the-spirit-of-sport-and-anti-doping-policy-an-ideal-worth-fighting-for/#comments Thu 21 Feb 2013 12:16:05 PM Professor MJ McNamee of Swansea University in the UK argues that the ‘spirit of sport’ is an important component of the fight against doping in sport. In conferences concerning doping and anti-doping over the last few years there has been some criticism of the notion of the ‘spirit of sport’ which – among other things – is at the heart of anti-doping policy. These discussions can be distilled into two questions: firstly, what is the spirit of sport; and, secondly, how can it be used in anti doping policy? Answers typically take the form of it is too vague a concept, and that it has no use for anti-doping policy. In this short essay I want to indicate why both of these responses are neither robust nor right, and why the concept is worth fighting for and keeping at the [...] http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/aea-visits-wada-montreal-office/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=aea-visits-wada-montreal-office http://playtrue.wada-ama.org/news/aea-visits-wada-montreal-office/#comments Thu 21 Feb 2013 03:06:22 PM Uncategorized WADA welcomed representatives from Agencia Estatal Antidopaje (AEA) – the Spanish National Anti-Doping Organization – to its offices in Montreal to discuss Spain’s anti-doping programs and to explore ways in which the two organizations can support each other. Newly-appointed AEA Director General Ana Munoz (2nd from left) was joined by her colleagues Victoria Ley (second from right), Head of Research Health and Anti-Doping Department, and Guy Vancanneyt (far right), Director Control Planning, as they met WADA Director General David Howman (centre) and WADA Director of Standards and Harmonization Rune Andersen (3rd from left). “It was important for WADA to welcome the new Director General of the AEA, Ms. Munoz, to Montreal” said Mr. Howman after the meeting. “We were very encouraged by our discussions and the spirit of cooperation. “Spain has made progress recently in terms of its anti-doping legislation [...] http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-statement-on-CAS-decision-for-BOA-by-law/ Mon 30 Apr 2012 04:14:23 AM News Statement from WADA President, the Hon John Fahey, following the decision of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to reject the British Olympic Association’s (BOA) appeal against its non-compliance to the World Anti-Doping Code: WADA acknowledges the decision of CAS to dismiss the appeal of the BOA against the decision of the WADA Foundation Board last November to declare the BOA... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/South-African-hosts-sign-World-Conference-agreement/ Fri 27 Apr 2012 02:32:51 AM News Sport and Recreation South Africa (SRSA) and the City of Johannesburg put the finishing touches to their joint hosting of the 2013 World Conference on Doping in Sport by signing a memorandum of agreement at a ceremony attended by SRSA Minister Fikile Mbalula. The agreement, signed by SRSA Director General Alec Moemi and City Manager Trevor Fowler, outlined the hosting responsibilities of each... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-reminds-ADOs-of-statistics-obligations/ Tue 24 Apr 2012 06:57:01 AM News WADA has reminded all Anti-Doping Organizations (ADOs) of their obligations with regards to the publication of annual statistics. The provision of this information allows WADA to complete its required duty to publish a report of these statistics as outlined in the World Anti-Doping Code (Code). Section 14.4 of the Code states that “Anti-Doping Organizations shall, at least annually, publish... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/London-2012-Anti-Doping-Laboratory-awarded-WADA-accreditation/ Mon 23 Apr 2012 03:29:02 AM News The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has granted accreditation to the London 2012 Anti-Doping Laboratory for the duration of this summer’s Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Laboratory, a satellite laboratory of the WADA-accredited Drug Control Centre at King’s College London, is located in Harlow, Essex in a facility provided to the Olympic and Paralympic Games by pharmaceutical company Glaxo... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Latest-research-opportunities-into-social-science/ Thu 19 Apr 2012 02:53:53 AM News WADA has issued a call for proposals for its 2013 Social Science Research Program after identifying three areas that would benefit from increased scientific knowledge and evidence. Applicants, who can be from universities, colleges, small businesses, for-profit and not-for-profit organizations, are asked to submit proposals on one of the following three areas: -    the causes of doping behavior... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Poland-launches-Say-NO-To-Doping-campaign/ Tue 17 Apr 2012 03:07:12 AM News The Polish Commission Against Doping in Sport has launched a Say NO! To Doping campaign that draws on the profiles of three well-known Polish athletes and the integration of WADA’s signature color green into sports training equipment. The campaign was launched at a ceremony in Warsaw in early April and will run for the remainder of 2012 and throughout 2013. As well as increasing public awarenes... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/RUSADA-and-FIE-unite-for-Outreach-program/ Wed 11 Apr 2012 07:35:22 AM News The Russian Anti-Doping Agency (RUSADA) and Fédération Internationale d’Escrime (FIE) joined forces in early April to run an Outreach program at the World Cadet and Junior Fencing Championships in Moscow. More than 250 athletes visited the Outreach booth during the four-day event (April 2-5) where they were welcomed by experienced anti-doping officials from RUSADA and FIE. The athletes were... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-invites-proposals-for-2012-Young-Investigators-Award-/ Wed 04 Apr 2012 09:44:49 AM News WADA has started the application process for its 2012 Young Investigator Award. The Award is designed to encourage masters-level students to focus their area of research on anti-doping issues. WADA will allocate four prizes of US$2,000 each for outstanding and innovative research projects that will contribute to the development of effective doping prevention strategies. “Our aim is to promote... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-recognizes-20-year-anniversary-of-CCES/ Thu 05 Apr 2012 03:14:07 AM News WADA has paid recognition to the Canadian Centre of Ethics in Sport (CCES) for reaching its 20-year milestone as an international leader in the fight against doping in sport. CCES marked the occasion at a celebration in Ottawa on Monday evening that was attended by WADA Director of Education and Program Development, Rob Koehler. “WADA congratulates the CCES of reaching the milestone of 20 years... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/CHINADA-completes-ADAMS-implementation/ Fri 30 Mar 2012 11:21:23 AM News The China Anti-Doping Agency (CHINADA) has joined the growing list of national anti-doping agencies to fully adopt the Anti-Doping Administration & Management System ( ADAMS ). Following ongoing advice and support from WADA, CHINADA started the process of ADAMS implementation in early 2011 and by November of last year a Chinese version of ADAMS – delivered by CHINADA - was online for athlete... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/JADA-progress-with-Sports-Pharmacist-System/ Tue 27 Mar 2012 03:30:46 AM News The Japan Anti-Doping Agency (JADA) delivered an update on its initiative for sports pharmacists when it staged a conference in Tokyo last month to mark the organization’s 10th anniversary. The Sports Pharmacist System was launched by JADA in 2009 and designed to give Japanese pharmacists an in-depth knowledge of anti-doping and also boosting athletes’ confidence in the profession. With the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Dates-confirmed-for-2013-World-Conference-in-Doping-in-Sport/ Fri 23 Mar 2012 04:47:40 AM News WADA has confirmed that the 2013 World Conference on Doping in Sport in Johannesburg will be held from November 12-15. The 2013 World Conference, which will be hosted by Sport and Recreation South Africa and the City of Johannesburg at the Sandton Convention Centre, will be the fourth of its kind. Reaching a conclusion at the Conference will be the World Anti-Doping Code review and WADA’s... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/International-experts-shape-the-future-of-anti-doping-at-WADA-annual-symposium/ Thu 22 Mar 2012 03:34:22 AM News Approximately 300 anti-doping experts from all over the world met in Lausanne, Switzerland earlier this week to discuss anti-doping strategies and the future of the fight against doping on the occasion of the eighth edition of WADA’s annual Symposium for Anti-Doping Organizations. Representatives from International Sport Federations (IFs), National (NADOs) and Regional Anti-Doping Organizations... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/First-phase-of-Code-consultation-process-completed/ Thu 15 Mar 2012 10:06:11 AM News The first Code consultation phase has been completed, ending the three-and-half month period during which WADA stakeholders have been able to make their first recommendations for amending the World Anti-Doping Code . All submissions will now be considered by the Code Drafting Team and a first draft of the 2015 Code will be presented for review and approval by WADA’s Executive Committee and... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Short-statement-following-BOA-appeal-hearing-at-CAS/ Tue 13 Mar 2012 08:44:55 AM News Unlike others, WADA does not comment on cases until a decision is handed down. Accordingly, in the British Oympic Association (BOA) case there will be no further statement until the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has decided the issue.   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Interview-with-UKAD-Head-of-Intelligence/ Mon 12 Mar 2012 07:35:23 AM News UK Anti-Doping’s Gabriella Re discusses her agency’s adoption of National Intelligence Model principles. When was UK Anti-Doping Intelligence function created?  The Intelligence function forms part of the Operations directorate at UK Anti-Doping (UKAD). It was created in January 2010 and was fully staffed with seven members as of July 2010. To be successful, a flow of information in and out of... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Stakeholders-updated-on-success-of-CoachTrue/ Thu 08 Mar 2012 05:01:06 AM News WADA’s Education Department has contacted all stakeholders and provided feedback on the continuing success of its award-winning electronic CoachTrue program . National Anti-Doping Organizations, Regional Anti-Doping Organizations and International Federations – including the umbrella organizations – were given a report based on their respective sport, or an overall report for sports within thei... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Rogowiec-Competition-drives-doping-temptation/ Tue 06 Mar 2012 09:22:08 AM News Poland’s Katarzyna Rogowiec overcame an accident as a young child to become world biathlon champion and twice Paralympic medalist. She talks to Play True about her responsibilities on the WADA Athlete Committee, and explains how the temptations to dope are very real in Paralympic sports. Play True: At what age did you become interested in sport and realize you had a special talent? Katarzyna... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/An-eopn-letter-to-Daley-Thompson-CBE/ Fri 02 Mar 2012 05:51:39 AM In response to your article in the UK newspaper Daily Mail of March 1, 2012, I would like to take this opportunity to address a number of the criticisms that you directed at the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Out of respect for legal procedure I will not discuss the case that the British Olympic Association has taken by way of appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) which is to be... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Call-for-research-into-why-athletes-choose-not-to-dope/ Thu 01 Mar 2012 03:48:12 AM News In a bid to further develop anti-doping education programs, WADA’s Education department has called for proposals for research into ‘why athletes choose not to dope’. The deadline for submissions and to request funding for research into this topic is April 30, 2012. Social science literature tends to focus almost exclusively on why athletes give in to the temptation of doping, rather than on the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Contepomi-warns-young-athletes-against-doping-temptation/ Thu 23 Feb 2012 08:42:54 AM News Young athletes hoping to become elite sportsmen and women must steer clear of all temptations to take performance enhancing drugs, insists Argentina rugby captain Felipe Contepomi. With the financial rewards that come with professional sporting contracts, Contepomi believes the temptation for young athletes to cheat their way into the elite sporting ranks is stronger than ever. Contepomi, a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Dunn-Dopers-must-stay-away-from-London-2012/ Fri 24 Feb 2012 08:26:53 AM News Former Australian swimming star Matt Dunn has warned athletes who take performance enhancing substances to stay away from the 2012 Olympic Games in London this summer. The three-time Olympian delivered his anti-doping message from the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) Athlete Committee meeting in Tokyo (February 21). Dunn was appointed to the WADA committee in November 2011 and is keen to use h... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Anti-doping-Communications-Day-for-Flemish-federations/ Tue 21 Feb 2012 07:26:23 AM News Flemish sports federations were invited to a communications day earlier this month hosted by NADO Flanders and designed to keep them informed of the latest developments in anti-doping within Belgium. The event in Leuven, which was titled Efficient Fight against Doping in Flanders: A Shared Responsibility, discussed the new co-operation agreement that exists between the various communities in... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Athlete-Committee-All-signatories-must-respect-the-Code/ Wed 22 Feb 2012 05:14:53 AM News Members of the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) Athlete Committee have given their unanimous support to the World Anti-Doping Code and called on sport and governments worldwide to continue their commitment to its statutes for the sake of clean sport. During a meeting in Tokyo on occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Japan Anti-Doping Agency, the Committee agreed that the Code was the crucial... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/JADA-recognized-at-anniversary-celebration/ Wed 22 Feb 2012 06:14:17 AM News WADA President John Fahey recognized Japan’s contribution to the fight against doping in sport at a ceremony in Tokyo on Monday to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Japan Anti-Doping Agency (JADA). Mr. Fahey was among a group of distinguished guests that also included the Japanese Minister for Sport Mr. Tenzo Okumura, WADA Director General David Howman and Dr. Mani Jegathesan, Chair, Medica... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-reminds-stakeholders-of-first-deadline-in-Code-Review-Process/ Fri 17 Feb 2012 05:00:07 AM News WADA has written to all it stakeholders to remind them that the deadline for the first consultation phase of the Code Review Process is March 15, 2012. The Code Review Process, which commenced on 28 November, 2011, is the highly-consultative process whereby WADA coordinates any amendments needed to the World Anti-Doping Code. The process  will continue over the next two years with three rounds ... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Kuwait-Conference-focuses-on-further-RADO-development/ Wed 15 Feb 2012 03:28:09 AM News The second Regional Anti-Doping Organization (RADO) Conference in Kuwait last month produced a series of outcomes designed to enhance the RADOs’ growing contribution to the fight against doping in sport across the world. Representatives from the 15 RADOs gathered in Kuwait City for the two-day conference and there was unanimous agreement that a priority should be placed on their continued... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Statement-on-CAS-decision-to-sanction-Jan-Ullrich/ Fri 10 Feb 2012 09:43:51 AM News Statement from WADA President John Fahey: WADA has welcomed the decision of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to find German cyclist Jan Ullrich guilty of a doping offense. The decision to uphold the appeal of the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) has again demonstrated that athletes can be found guilty and sanctioned many years after they have committed an anti-doping offense. WADA... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-calls-for-Code-support/ Tue 07 Feb 2012 12:07:10 PM News WADA President John Fahey has called on Anti-Doping Organizations (ADOs) worldwide to support the World Anti-Doping Code and to play an active role in the review process designed to strengthen the Code and the rights of “clean athletes”. Speaking at the WADA Media Symposium in Lausanne, Switzerland, Mr. Fahey emphasized the Code’s importance in the fight against doping in sport and explained th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-statement-on-Contador-decision-from-CAS/ Mon 06 Feb 2012 03:39:28 AM News WADA welcomes the decision of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) that upheld the appeal of WADA and the UCI against the Spanish cycling federation’s decision not to sanction Alberto Contador following a positive test for clenbuterol at the 2010 Tour de France. The Court made the decision following consideration of the comprehensive evidence presented to them – which ran to more than 4,000... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-statement-following-US-Attorney-decision-to-end-cycling-investigation/ Sat 04 Feb 2012 09:58:40 AM News Statement from WADA President John Fahey: WADA has taken note of the decision of the United States Attorney to close the investigation into the US Postal Service cycling team.   Of course the investigation was into allegations of fraud, but a large amount of the evidence gathered is likely to be highly pertinent to doping and WADA expects that this evidence will be shared with relevant... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Say-NO-To-Doping-clip-aired-at-NHL-All-Star-Game/ Tue 31 Jan 2012 05:27:19 AM News WADA's ‘Say NO! To Doping’ video clip enjoyed high-profile exposure at the weekend when it was broadcast to fans at the NHL’s All Star Game in Ottawa, Canada. Spectators at the NHL’s mid-season spectacular were some of the first to see the anti-doping clip released by WADA as the latest element of an awareness campaign fast gaining worldwide support. “We have been working with the NHL for sever... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Second-RADO-Conference-underway-in-Kuwait/ Thu 26 Jan 2012 07:56:36 AM News Representatives from all 15 Regional Anti-Doping Organizations (RADOs) gathered in Kuwait City this week for the 2nd RADO Conference, which was hosted by WADA and supported by the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA). More than 40 delegates were welcomed by Mr. Faisal Al Jazzaf, Chairman and Director General of the Kuwait Public Authority for Youth and Sport, who used the opportunity to emphasis the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Play-True-Generation-part-of-Innsbruck-success-story/ Wed 25 Jan 2012 05:37:02 AM News The success of WADA’s Play True Generation program at the Winter Youth Olympic Games in Innsbruck, Austria has added to the positive legacy created by the IOC’s inaugural event. The first edition of the Winter Youth Olympic Games has been described as “near perfect” by one specialist Olympic reporter, and WADA’s activities were very much a part of that success. In total, more than 900 athletes,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IOC-Role-Models-spread-Play-True-message/ Mon 23 Jan 2012 07:14:47 AM News WADA Athlete Committee members Frank  Fredericks and Rania Elwani were joined by France’s former biathlon champion Vincent Defrasne on the Play True panel during the ‘Chat with a Role Model’ session at the Youth Winter Olympics last week and all three warned against the dangers of doping in sport. The panelists gave personal insights into the damage doping can have on sport, and encouraged the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/When-Lawyers-Become-Spin-Doctors/ Mon 23 Jan 2012 08:59:37 AM News Former WADA President Richard W. Pound refutes the claims of the NFLPA's lawyers that the test for hGH is unreliable and describes their approach as classic delaying tactics. Let’s look at some facts. There is known and suspected use of human growth hormone (hGH) in professional football. The effect of this use is performance-enhancement. Using artificial hGH is contrary to the National Footbal... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Finnish-award-recognises-WADA/ Tue 17 Jan 2012 11:33:47 AM News The achievements of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) were recognized by the Finnish Sports Gala on Monday when Director General David Howman was presented with an award at a ceremony in Helsinki. In a press release for the event, the Finnish Sports Gala paid tribute to WADA for “its active work in promoting sports ethics and fair play through training and communication”. The press release... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-statement-following-AP-article-on-CAS/ Thu 12 Jan 2012 04:53:08 AM News WADA has noticed the article written by the Associated Press on January 11, and wants to clarify that during the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) hearing into the case of Alberto Contador at no stage did WADA challenge any member of the panel for a lack of independence.  WADA is now awaiting the decision to be rendered by CAS. As with all cases, and following the approach adopted throughout... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-to-maintain-silence-on-BOA-case-pending-at-CAS/ Fri 13 Jan 2012 02:46:09 AM News Following further criticism of WADA in the media by British Olympic Association (BOA) Chairman Lord Moynihan, WADA will maintain its position of not commenting on cases that are pending at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). WADA has full confidence in the CAS, and will not comment on any pending matter. It is the usual approach where cases are before a court that neither party comments i... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IOC-Young-Reporters-quiz-WADA-Director-General/ Fri 13 Jan 2012 04:49:47 AM News WADA Director General David Howman gave a group of young media the benefit of his years of experience in anti-doping during a presentation to the IOC Young Reporters at the 2012 Winter Youth Olympics. Mr. Howman delivered a presentation on anti-doping to 15 young journalists the day before the opening ceremony for the IOC’s inaugural winter youth event in Innsbruck. The presentation included an... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Yona-Walesi-Plays-True-in-Innsbruck/ Mon 09 Jan 2012 07:47:26 AM News Coaches and athletes visiting WADA’s Play True Generation Center during the first Winter Youth Olympic Games in Innsbruck will be able to learn about anti-doping from one of their own - former Olympic swimmer and now coach Yona Walesi of Malawi. Yona will be joining the six-strong WADA team in Austria and his knowledge of competing in sport at the highest level, and then working with athletes a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/2012-Prohibited-List-iPhone-App-Now-Available-/ Thu 05 Jan 2012 11:12:27 AM News WADA’s free 2012 Prohibited List iPhone application is now available and can be downloaded from the App Store . The List can also be consulted on other mobile devices on WADA’s mobile site. Click here to access it. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Pan-American-Games-Independent-Observer-Report-Now-Published/ Fri 23 Dec 2011 04:33:00 AM The WADA Independent Observer (IO) report from the 2011 Pan American Games in Guadalajara, Mexico, is now available. Click here for the report. Click here for more information about WADA’s IO Program. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IOC-releases-Anti-Doping-Rules-for-London-2012/ Thu 22 Dec 2011 03:25:09 AM News The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has released its Anti-Doping Rules for the London 2012 Olympic Games. All athletes competing in London will be subject to testing as outlined in the Anti-Doping Rules, which have been drafted in accordance with the World Anti-Doping Code and the List of Prohibited Substances and Methods. The Rules will cover the period from the opening of the Athletes’... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Announces-Apointments-to-2012-Expert-Groups/ Thu 22 Dec 2011 03:37:16 AM WADA is pleased to announce appointments for the composition of WADA’s Expert Groups for 2012. WADA’s Expert Groups mandate is to provide specific expert advice on certain areas, and to develop and/or recommend suggestions to WADA Management. Memberships to the Expert Groups will commence on January 1, 2012, and are listed here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Second-Olympic-appearance-for-Play-True-Generation-/ Wed 14 Dec 2011 05:39:18 AM News WADA’s Play True Generation Program will get another chance to reach out to the sporting stars of the future when it kicks into action at the first Winter Youth Olympic Games in Innsbruck, Austria next month. Play True Generation was launched at the inaugural Youth Olympics in Singapore last year and will again look to educate young athletes on the dangers of doping. The Games run from January... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Announces-2012-Social-Science-Research-Grant-Program1/ Wed 14 Dec 2011 10:57:36 AM News WADA will be making two calls for proposals in 2012 for its Social Science Research Grant Program. The program encourages social science research in order to obtain information that will enable more efficient evidence-based doping prevention strategies. WADA awards research grants to organizations of all types, including universities, colleges, small businesses, and for-profit and not-for-profi... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-on-BOA-appeal-to-CAS/ Tue 13 Dec 2011 05:05:21 AM News The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has noted the announcement of the British Olympic Association (BOA) to lodge an appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against the decision taken by the WADA Foundation Board last month that declared the BOA non-compliant to the World Anti-Doping Code. Like all signatories to the Code, the BOA has the right to appeal the decision of the WADA... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Director-General-addresses-PCC/ Thu 01 Dec 2011 07:40:13 AM News WADA Director General David Howman used a keynote speech at the Partnership for Clean Competition (PCC) conference in New York to spell out the challenges faced by the world’s anti-doping community. Mr. Howman was a guest at the PCC’s ‘The Doping Decision: Deterring Doping in Sport’ which was hosted by the NFL at its headquarters, and staged in conjunction with the United States Olympic... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-members-appointed-for-Athlete-Committee/ Fri 02 Dec 2011 05:24:26 AM News Seven leading athletes from seven different sports have been appointed to WADA’s Athlete Committee. Australian Matt Dunn (swimming), Annelies Vandenberghe (korfball) of Belgium, USA’s Nina Kemppel (cross-country skiing) and Argentine Felipe Contepomi (rugby) will begin terms in January of next year and serve through to Dec. 2014. For the first time the Committee will also include three observer... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-releases-Version-70-of-the-International-Standard-for-Laboratories/ Fri 02 Dec 2011 06:57:18 AM News WADA has completed the International Standard for Laboratories (ISL) review process and the new version 7.0 is now available on WADA’s Web site. The current ISL remains in effect until Dec. 31, 2011 and version 7.0 will be effective as of Jan. 1, 2012. Click here to access version 7.0 of the ISL. As part of WADA’s ongoing efforts to enhance world-wide activities under the World Anti-Doping Code... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Code-Review-Process-launched-by-WADA/ Mon 28 Nov 2011 11:17:24 AM News WADA has launched a two-year review process for the World Anti-Doping Code that will reach a conclusion at the World Conference in Johannesburg, South Africa in Nov. 2013. The Code Review Process involves three stages of consultation with all WADA stakeholders, who have been asked to lodge their first submissions by March 15, 2012. To assist the consultation process, WADA has introduced a new... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Standing-Committees-confirmed-for-2012/ Fri 25 Nov 2011 07:22:58 AM News WADA’s Standing Committees for 2012 were confirmed at the WADA Foundation Board meeting in Montreal on Nov. 20, 2011. The Standing Committees play a key advisory role in policy and priority development for the international agency responsible for monitoring and coordinating the global fight against doping in sport. Nominations for committee membership are sought each year from WADA’s... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/FIS-launches-Clean-as-Snow-for-2011-12-season/ Fri 25 Nov 2011 09:35:50 AM News The International Ski Federation (FIS) has launched ‘Clean as Snow’ at its Nordic World Cup event in Finland and joins the list of WADA stakeholders to adopt the anti-doping awareness model ‘Say NO! To Doping’. FIS is the 14th International Federation to incorporate ‘ Say NO! To Doping’ into its overall anti-doping program, and will look to spread the message to all skiers and snowboarders over... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Athletes-must-show-caution-due-to-contaminated-meat/ Wed 23 Nov 2011 09:24:29 AM News Due to continuing concerns over contaminated meat in certain parts of the world, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has re-emphasized the need for athletes to exercise extreme caution with regards to eating meat when traveling to competitions in China and Mexico. It has been shown that Mexico and China have a serious problem with meat contaminated with the prohibited substance clenbuterol, and... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/ADAMS-enhanced-with-new-30-Whereabouts-module/ Wed 23 Nov 2011 03:20:58 AM News WADA has launched an improved module within the Anti-Doping Administration & Management System ( ADAMS ) that provides a more user-friendly and efficient Whereabouts interface for athletes. ADAMS 3.0 became operational on Nov. 22 after extensive testing by Anti-Doping Organizations (ADOs) and input from athletes. It is available in 11 languages, with an additional four languages soon to be adde... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Issues-Call-for-Proposals-for-2012-Scientific-Research-Grants/ Thu 24 Nov 2011 09:19:42 AM News WADA has issued a request for proposals for scientific research grants in 2012. Scientists interested in submitting research projects are invited to submit their applications to WADA by February 17, 2012. WADA is committed to increasing the volume of research dedicated to developing new and improved detection methods for performance-enhancing substances and methods. Since 2001, the Agency has... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Outreach-success-at-Parapans/ Thu 24 Nov 2011 07:59:28 AM News WADA succeeded in spreading the anti-doping message to hundreds of athletes, coaches and sports officials during its debut Outreach program at the recent Parapan American Games in Mexico. The three-strong Outreach team was in operation for the first week of the Games and succeeded in reaching most of the 1,500 competitors who had gathered in Guadalajara from 26 different countries. “We enjoyed... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-applauds-MLB-on-HGH-testing-agreement/ Tue 22 Nov 2011 08:44:51 AM News Statement from WADA President John Fahey: WADA applauds MLB and its players’ union on the ground-breaking announcement that it will be testing players for human growth hormone (hGH) from next season onwards. MLB has shown leadership by becoming the first of the major professional sports in North America to accept that it needs to protect both its athletes and its sport by introducing hGH testin... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-responds-to-BOA-criticisms/ Thu 17 Nov 2011 09:17:20 AM News In a presentation to the International Federations Forum in Lausanne on Nov. 15, Lord Moynihan, Chairman of the British Olympic Association (BOA), was highly critical of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). WADA Director General David Howman responds to those criticisms below: 1. Lord Moynihan conveniently neglects that the significant advance against doping in sport was undertaken by the IOC i... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Presidents-UNESCO-address-to-be-streamed-live/ Fri 11 Nov 2011 09:12:10 AM News The Conference of Parties to the International Convention against Doping in Sport takes place next week at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris, where WADA President John Fahey will address representatives of signatory States and Anti-Doping Organizations. The Nov. 14-16 Conference will be opened by UNESCO Director General Irina Bokova, who will be followed by Mr. Fahey, WADA Vice-President and IOC... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IWF-launches-anti-doping-awareness-campaign/ Thu 10 Nov 2011 03:22:38 AM News The International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) targeted competitors from more than 100 countries at its world championships in Paris this week when it launched an anti-doping campaign based on WADA’s ‘ Say NO! To Doping’ . Under the slogan ‘Lift CLEAN and Jerk’, the IWF became the 14th organization to embrace WADA’s awareness campaign and is supported in its efforts by former weightlifting... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-statement-on-the-NHL/ Tue 08 Nov 2011 09:09:36 AM News WADA has read with interest media articles on George Laraque's book detailing his experiences playing in the NHL, though it has not yet read the book itself. The Agency has taken note of Laraque’s comments on the drug taking of former NHL athletes that he says occurred during his playing days. It is disturbing to learn of these charges, which will undoubtedly be discussed further with the playe... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-to-address-family-physicians-conference/ Thu 03 Nov 2011 11:01:45 AM News WADA Director of Medicine Dr. Alan Vernec will give a presentation designed to help family physicians better understand the process of anti-doping at the Family Medicine Forum in Montreal, Canada on Nov. 5. Dr. Vernec (pictured) will address the importance of anti-doping from a health and ethical viewpoint, before focusing on the safety implications of anti-doping, the List of Prohibited... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Africa-to-host-WADA-Education-Symposium/ Fri 04 Nov 2011 06:06:26 AM News Sixty participants from 37 African countries will assess their anti-doping education needs and receive guidance on education programs when they attend WADA’s Education Symposium in Johannesburg next week. The Nov. 9-10 event will be co-hosted by the South African Institute for Drug Free Sport (SAIDS) and is the first of three education symposia WADA will be staging in different parts of the wor... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Pan-Ams-the-focus-of-WADA-Outreach/ Wed 26 Oct 2011 11:23:25 AM News WADA has been heartened by the impact of its Outreach during the first week of the Pan American Games in Mexico and is looking forward to continuing its success for the remainder of the program. It is the third time WADA has had an Outreach presence at the Games, although for the first time in Guadalajara the WADA team includes representatives from Suriname and Panama. Outreach is a key compone... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-releases-educational-tool-kit-for-sport-physicians/ Thu 27 Oct 2011 11:04:49 AM News WADA has produced a new tool kit to help sports physicians develop anti-doping education programs which can be adapted and customized to suit local cultures, conditions and resources. The ‘Sport Physician’s Tool Kit’ is available via the WADA website and will serve as an important aid for doctors across the world in their efforts to enhance knowledge of the risks involved in doping in sport. It... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-enhances-communications-with-electronic-Play-True/ Tue 25 Oct 2011 11:18:27 AM News The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has enhanced the electronic platform of its Play True magazine. The electronic magazine will supplement the current WADA website by providing additional insight into the Agency’s day-to-day activities and developments within the anti-doping community worldwide. “The electronic version of Play True is another important step for WADA’s overall communications... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Sudan-joins-world-anti-doping-community-by-signing-UNESCO-Convention/ Thu 20 Oct 2011 09:17:43 AM News Sudan has become the latest country to declare its support for anti-doping by ratifying UNESCO’s International Convention against Doping in Sport . The East African republic became the 161st member nation to sign the Convention, which is now the second most successful of all UNESCO conventions. UNESCO is made up of 193 member states, and there remain just 32 that have not yet completed the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WTC-reaches-young-athletes-with-Ask-Me-Why-I-Am-True/ Mon 17 Oct 2011 08:33:15 AM News The World Triathlon Corporation (WTC) used a ‘Dip-n-Dash’ event ahead of the recent Ironman World Championships to send a strong anti-doping message to the next generation of competitors. The ‘Ask Me Why I Am True’ initiative encouraged young athletes at the event at Kailua-Kona Pier in Hawaii to ask the question so they could articulate their commitment to clean sport. It is part of the WTC’s... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Athlete-Committee-calls-for-more-blood-and-EPO-testing1/ Fri 14 Oct 2011 03:13:15 AM Members of WADA’s Athlete Committee have called on Anti-Doping Organizations (ADOs) across the world to increase the amount of blood samples and to also conduct more tests for erythropoietin (EPO). Both issues were near the top of the agenda at a meeting in Colorado Springs, where all the athletes agreed there was a need for more blood collection and more analysis for EPO in order to catch the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-withdraws-CAS-appeal-in-case-of-Mexican-footballers/ Wed 12 Oct 2011 02:59:58 AM News Following consideration of the full file now available to WADA, which consists of information and evidence primarily gathered by FIFA in conjunction with the government of Mexico, WADA has withdrawn its appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) regarding the decision not to sanction five Mexican footballers who tested positive for clenbuterol. The footballers were suspended during the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Win-Clean-Say-No-To-Doping-launched-for-London-2012/ Wed 12 Oct 2011 11:07:23 AM News Athletes who might consider doping at the 2012 Olympics and Paralympics were warned in no uncertain terms at the launch of the ‘Win Clean: Say No To Doping’ campaign in London. The initiative is a partnership between UK Anti-Doping (UKAD), the London Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games (LOCOG), the UK Department of Culture, Olympics, Media and Sport, and the World... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-makes-changes-to-enhance-reporting-of-anti-doping-statistics/ Tue 04 Oct 2011 12:02:45 PM News WADA has introduced changes to its International Standard for Testing (IST) that will improve the Agency’s annual reporting of statistics in 2012 and beyond. The changes, which were approved by WADA’s Executive Committee on September 17 and will come into force on January 1, 2012, will have a positive impact on the operations of all Anti-Doping Organizations. In addition to the IST changes, the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Track-legend-Moses-recognizes-anti-doping-community-/ Wed 05 Oct 2011 08:52:30 AM News WADA Legal Director Olivier Niggli was part of an eminent panel at the Science and Ethics in Sport Symposium in London as the efforts of the anti-doping community were given the full support of a trio of Olympic greats. The Laureus symposium was presented by 400m hurdles legend Edwin Moses, and the IOC Ethics Commission member was joined by GB Olympic gold medalist Daley Thompson and twice worl... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-on-CAS-Ruling-regarding-IOCs-Rule-45/ Thu 06 Oct 2011 03:02:58 AM News WADA has acknowledged the advisory opinion of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) regarding the IOC’s Rule 45 and welcomes the precise direction it has given to the IOC and the sporting world in general, particularly with the next Olympics less than one year away. There do not seem to be any changes required of the World Anti- Doping Code nor the accompanying International Standards, so... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-publishes-2012-Prohibited-List/ Tue 27 Sep 2011 09:01:07 AM News Following approval by the World Anti-Doping Agency's (WADA) Executive Committee on September 17, the 2012 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods is now available. Noteworthy changes to the List, which will come into force on January 1, 2012, include: Formoterol added as an exception to beta-2 agonists One of the most significant changes is the removal of formoterol from Section 3 ‘Beta-2... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Japan-signs-agreement-to-continue-RADO-funding/ Wed 28 Sep 2011 08:49:34 AM News The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and government of Japan signed an agreement on Tuesday that continues Japanese funding for Regional Anti-Doping Organizations (RADOs) in Asia. The agreement was signed at the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science & Technology (MEXT) and announced at a press conference in Tokyo. The funding will continue to assist RADOs with the development of... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/2010-Statistics-of-Analysis-by-Laboratories-and-Testing-by-Anti-Doping-Organizations/ Thu 22 Sep 2011 10:01:27 AM News Pursuant to its responsibilities under the World Anti-Doping Code (Code), WADA publishes annually two sets of statistics. The first set is reported by Anti-Doping Organizations (ADOs) on testing performed and results management, and the second set is reported by the WADA accredited anti-doping laboratories on analyses performed. As regards the Testing Statistics, section 14.4 of the Code states... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/test/ Fri 23 Sep 2011 05:45:49 AM News WADA had a significant resource at the 2011 All Africa Games in Maputo, Mozambique, where staff from the Regional Office in Cape Town worked alongside Outreach and Independent Observer teams.        http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-statement-on-anti-doping-in-Greece/ Tue 13 Sep 2011 09:11:42 AM News WADA supported the decision of the IAAF to sanction Greek sprinters Kostas Kenteris and Katerina Thanou when they missed three out-of-competition tests in 2004. The sanctions were upheld on appeal. Now WADA is aware of the decision of the Greek appeal court to clear the pair of perjury charges, and it would appear the criminal case has now reached a conclusion. WADA is concerned that this... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Rosa-lends-a-hand-at-Outreach-in-Maputo/ Thu 08 Sep 2011 11:39:52 AM News Marathon legend Rosa Mota is again lending her experience to the fight against doping in sport by working with WADA’s Outreach Program at the All Africa Games in Maputo, Mozambique. Portugal’s former Olympic, world and European marathon champion has been helping to raise awareness with Africa’s finest sportsmen and women on anti-doping issues at the Outreach booth located in the athletes’... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-releases-Guidelines-for-the-Reporting-and-Management-of-Human-Chorionic-Gonadtrophin-HGC-Findings/ Fri 09 Sep 2011 08:06:47 AM News WADA has officially released Guidelines for the Reporting and Management of human Chorionic Gonadotrophin (hCG) Findings. The guidelines have been developed to ensure a harmonized approach in the reporting and management of elevated concentrations of hCG. The document provides direction on laboratory testing strategy for determination of hCG in urine, the reporting of analytical findings and th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Olympafrica-and-WADA-sign-educational-partnership/ Wed 07 Sep 2011 10:15:56 AM News WADA has signed a memorandum of understanding with the ‘Fondation Internationale Olympafrica’ that will enable both organizations to maximize anti-doping educational opportunities across the continent. The MOU was signed in Maputo, Mozambique during the All Africa Games, and recognizes “the importance of sustaining and developing sports and education and the need for partnerships in the fight... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Commonwealth-Games-Federation-again-backs-Play-True-Generation/ Mon 05 Sep 2011 10:43:04 PM News The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) has again shown its commitment to anti-doping by inviting WADA’s Play True Generation program to the 2011 Commonwealth Youth Games on the Isle of Man. It will be the second time the program has been used at the multi-sport event and follows on from its success at the 2008 Games in Pune, India. “CGF is proud to continue our association with WADA, following... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Play-True-Generation-at-Commonwealth-Youth-Games-/ Sat 03 Sep 2011 10:54:32 PM News Sports stars of the future will learn about the importance of anti-doping when they join WADA’s Play True Generation at the 2011 Commonwealth Youth Games in Douglas on the Isle of Man. The program, which encourages young athletes to completely reject doping, will be accessible at the Play True Generation Center for the duration of the Games, which runs from September 7-13. Athletes and their... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-IT-systems-not-compromised-by-alleged-hacking/ Mon 29 Aug 2011 10:25:25 AM News WADA has issued the following statement from its Director General David Howman: “Following completion of a lengthy investigation into the alleged hacking outlined in the McAfee white paper Operation Shady Rat, WADA can confirm that there has been no compromise of its IT systems. On publication of the white paper, WADA immediately contacted McAfee and, in conjunction with McAfee and its own... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Proposals-for-Development-of-Learning-Objects-Repository/ Thu 25 Aug 2011 02:09:15 PM News WADA is seeking a vendor for the development of a Web-based Learning Objects Repository (LOR) to increase accessibility of the Agency’s education tools. The deadline for submissions is September 23, 2011. Click here for the RFP. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-Play-True-Challenge-Recognized-at-Serious-Play-Conference/ Fri 26 Aug 2011 08:50:00 AM News WADA’s Play True Challenge has won a silver award in the 'Games for Good/Non-Profit' at the Serious Games Conference. "WADA is very pleased with the recognition that Play True Challenge has received from the Serious Game Conference and the educational gaming community,” said Rob Koehler, WADA’s Director of Education and Program Development. “We would like to thank Web Courseworks for working wi... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Statement-on-positive-hGH-test-in-Minor-League-Baseball/ Thu 18 Aug 2011 07:12:44 AM News Statement from WADA Director General David Howman following the announcement that Mike Jacobs, a player for Minor League Baseball team Colorado Rockies, had tested positive for human growth hormone (hGH). “This is a very significant development in the fight against doping in sport as it is the first positive test for human growth hormone (hGH) in the US professional leagues. It is yet further... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Young-reporters-given-insight-into-WADA/ Fri 19 Aug 2011 05:41:15 AM News WADA accepted an invitation from the International Sports Press Association (AIPS) to address a group of 60 journalists last weekend who were attending its Young Reports program at Universiade in Shenzhen, southern China. Forty young reporters from around the world, along with 20 Chinese trainee journalists, were given a detailed overview of WADA by Terence O’Rorke, the Agency’s Senior Manager... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Committee-Vacancies-2012/ Fri 12 Aug 2011 07:38:07 AM Through WADA’s policy of Standing Committee composition and rotation, positions on our Committees become vacant every year. In preparation for 2012, WADA is now seeking nominations or reappointments for such positions. The terms ending on December 31, 2011 are:        • Athlete Committee (five terms);       • Education Committee (five terms);       • Finance and Administration Committee (two... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-statement-on-NFL-testing/ Fri 05 Aug 2011 05:04:41 AM News Statement from WADA Director General David Howman following the NFL announcement that testing for human growth hormone (hGH) had been included in the collective bargaining agreement with its players: “The NFL agreement that allows for random hGH testing of its players is a very positive development in the fight against doping in sport. “It is vital that hGH testing is increased and the NFL’s... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-statement-regarding-McAfee-report/ Wed 03 Aug 2011 09:32:23 AM News WADA has issued the following statement from its Director General David Howman: “Following the release of the McAfee white paper on Operation Shady Rat, WADA can confirm that it has been in communication with McAfee and is investigating thoroughly the reported cyber intrusions. WADA has a highly-sophisticated security system in place which is managed by ISS (IBM), and with the information... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-seeks-comment-on-draft-revision-of-the-ISL1/ Mon 25 Jul 2011 11:53:04 AM News As part of WADA's ongoing efforts to enhance worldwide anti-doping activities under the World Anti-Doping Code, each of the International Standards undergoes periodic revision for fine-tuning based on consultation with WADA's stakeholders. The International Standard for Laboratories (ISL) revision process started in December 2009 after the release of the current version 6.0, with an initial... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-sets-out-Strategic-Plan-for-next-five-years/ Tue 26 Jul 2011 06:42:12 AM News WADA has published the fourth revision of its Strategic Plan , which covers the period 2011 to 2016. The plan, which was created in 2001 and revised in 2004 and 2007, has been developed to align WADA’s activities and resources over the next five years. It has eight objectives based on the World Anti-Doping Code , the current environment and trends in anti-doping, and WADA’s governance and... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/JADO-activities-at-the-earths-lowest-point/ Fri 22 Jul 2011 09:06:35 AM News Jordan Anti-Doping Organization (JADO) took advantage of an invitation from the International Fencing Federation to conduct a testing program at the World Junior and Cadet Fencing Championship on the banks of the Dead Sea. Described by organizers as the biggest sporting event to be staged at the lowest point on earth – 400m below sea level – JADO’s Outreach team were also invited to educate 120... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-publishes-2010-Annual-Report/ Thu 21 Jul 2011 08:06:19 AM News WADA has published its 2010 Annual Report and distributed it to stakeholders worldwide. The Annual Report is also available in electronic version and pdf format on the WADA website. In addition to accounting statements and a summary of activities, the electronic version includes video messages from WADA President John Fahey and WADA Director General David Howman. The Annual Report is a key... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Teachers-become-pupils-with-NADO-Flanders/ Tue 19 Jul 2011 09:40:09 AM News More than 1,000 Belgian sports teachers became pupils for a day last month when they attended a NADO Flanders anti-doping course at the Flanders Sports Arena in Ghent. With the majority of Belgian schoolchildren sitting exams, NADO Flanders took advantage of some downtime in the curriculum to educate teachers on the dangers of doping within a wider theme of health and sports. WADA’s Outreach... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-announces-2011-Young-Investigator-Award-candidates/ Thu 14 Jul 2011 11:00:58 AM WADA has announced six short-listed candidates who hope to be amongst the winners for the prestigious 2011 Young Investigator Award. The candidates (see full details below) come from Austria, Czech Republic, Greece, Spain, Switzerland and the United Kingdom, and will be vying for one of the four awards. “Good luck to all the candidates – we are delighted they have chosen projects to explore... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/UNESCO-boosts-anti-doping-in-Africa/ Tue 12 Jul 2011 06:39:52 AM News Anti-doping in Africa has been given a significant boost ahead of the 2011 All Africa Games thanks to the approval of UNESCO funding for 18 projects across the region in the last couple of years. Funding was requested mostly for education and training projects, while Mali was granted support also for a survey into young athletes’ knowledge of doping, and Cameroon used some of their allocation t... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-tells-IOC-more-blood-testing-needed/ Fri 08 Jul 2011 11:02:23 AM News WADA President John Fahey delivered a presentation to the IOC Session in Durban, South Africa on Thursday and re-emphasized the need for Anti-Doping Organizations (ADOs) around the world to conduct more blood testing. Since certain performance enhancing substances are only detectable through blood analysis, Mr. Fahey explained that it was a priority for WADA to encourage ADOs to increase their... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-signs-historic-agreement-with-GlaxoSmithKline/ Mon 04 Jul 2011 03:37:38 AM News The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has signed a long-term agreement with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) that will help the agency create early detection methods for medicines that have performance-enhancing potential in sport. The historic partnership, which was officially ratified in London on June 21, will see GSK supply WADA with confidential information about medicines in early stage development th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-and-WCO-sign-ground-breaking-partnership/ Mon 27 Jun 2011 11:03:07 AM News The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has signed a memorandum of understanding with the World Customs Organization (WCO) that will give a significant boost to the fight against doping in sport. The MOU was signed at the WCO’s Brussels headquarters on Friday, June 24 and will foster co-operation in activities of common interest in the areas of anti-doping and the trafficking of doping substances... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/BIO-endorses-Declaration-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Tue 28 Jun 2011 05:45:46 AM News The ‘Joint Declaration on Cooperation in the Fight against Doping in Sport’ between the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and the International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufactures and Associations (IFPMA) has been endorsed by the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO). A resolution to endorse the declaration , which was signed last year , was approved during the BIO International... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-revokes-accreditation-of-Ankara-laboratory-/ Tue 28 Jun 2011 09:27:12 AM News The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has revoked the accreditation of the laboratory in Ankara, Turkey due to non-compliance with the International Standard for Laboratories (ISL) and the related Technical Documents . The revocation will be effective as of July 27, 2011 and will mean that the laboratory – which is currently suspended - will no longer be authorized to carry out testing of doping... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/UNESCO-benefits-for-Latin-America-and-Caribbean/ Thu 23 Jun 2011 08:53:45 AM UNESCO’s support in the fight against doping in sport was further in evidence recently when 15 countries from Latin America and the Caribbean received funding for anti-doping projects. The financial assistance came from UNESCO’s ‘Fund for the Elimination of Doping in Sport’ , which was created to help develop or implement effective anti-doping programs in accordance with the ‘International... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/CAS-dismisses-Malaysia-laboratory-appeal/ Wed 22 Jun 2011 08:13:17 AM The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has dismissed the appeal filed by the Doping Control Centre University Sains Malaysia against the World Anti-Doping Agency’s decision to revoke its accreditation. WADA’s Executive Committee revoked the Malaysia laboratory’s accreditation on June 17, 2010 because it failed to meet the standards set out in the International Standards for Laboratories (ISL)... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/South-Africa-launches-I-Play-Fair--Say-NO-To-Doping-at-Super-15-games/ Mon 20 Jun 2011 10:57:51 AM The SA Institute for Drug-Free Sport used two high-profile rugby games last week to launch an anti-doping initiative designed to address recent statistics that showed a 100 per cent increase in doping offenses in South Africa. ‘I Play Fair – Say NO! To Doping’, which raises awareness to the dangers of doping and unites athletes against doping in sport, was rolled out at the Super 15 clashes... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-statement-on-clenbuterol/ Wed 15 Jun 2011 10:21:35 AM News Following current media interest in relation to clenbuterol, WADA wishes to clarify the following: 1. Clenbuterol is a prohibited substance and there is no threshold under which this substance is not prohibited. 2. At present there is no plan to introduce a threshold level for clenbuterol. 3. It is possible that under certain circumstances the presence of a low level of clenbuterol in an athlet... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-and-FMSI-encouraged-by-outcome-of-Rome-Symposium-on-detection-for-peptide-hormones/ Thu 16 Jun 2011 08:15:01 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), in conjunction with the Italian Federation of Sports Medicine (FMSI), was encouraged with the outcome of its Rome Symposium on developments and challenges in the detection of doping with peptide hormones. The two-day Symposium (June 15-16) was hosted by the FMSI, and attracted 60 experts in the fields of science research and medicine from across the world, w... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Outreach-success-at-world-champs-in-Netherlands/ Thu 09 Jun 2011 10:19:02 AM News WADA’s Outreach Model was used to excellent effect at two major sporting events in the Netherlands earlier this year. Anti-Doping Authority Netherlands incorporated aspects of the model into their 100% Dope Free program at the world championships for track cycling in Apeldoorn in March, and two months later for table tennis in Rotterdam. The turn-key program – provided at no cost to all WADA... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Rome-Symposium-to-raise-knowledge-of-peptide-hormones-/ Fri 03 Jun 2011 05:38:01 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and the Italian Federation of Sports Medicine (FMSI) have invited internationally renowned experts from the fields of science and medicine to a ‘Symposium on Developments and Challenges in the Detection of Doping with Peptide Hormones’ in Rome later this month. The two-day symposium (June 15-16) at the Hotel Aldrovandi in Rome will be hosted by the FMSI, and... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-suspends-accreditation-of-Turkish-Doping-Control-Center-1/ Tue 31 May 2011 08:56:26 AM News WADA has suspended the accreditation of the Turkish Doping Control Center (TDCC) in Ankara, Turkey. The suspension, which is effective as of May 30, 2011, prohibits the TDCC from carrying out any WADA-related anti-doping activities. The TDCC may appeal this decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport within 21 days of notice. Pursuant to the International Standard for Laboratories (ISL), WAD... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Improved-research-techniques-from-WADA-funded-study/ Fri 27 May 2011 05:12:46 AM WADA is confident that new survey techniques will allow the agency to gain greater insight into the prevalence of athletes who use performance-enhancing substances. One of the problems faced by researchers is that athletes who have doped also fail to give honest answers when completing confidential questionnaires - no matter how much their anonymity is guaranteed. Results from a recent study... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Uzbekistan-Gambia-Ratify-International-Convention-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Thu 19 May 2011 11:49:06 AM News WADA is proud to announce that the total number of UNESCO member states to have ratified the ‘International Convention against Doping in Sport’ has reached 158, following recent decisions by Uzbekistan and Gambia to commit their support. The International Convention against Doping in Sport is now the third most successful of all UNESCO conventions, which shows a remarkable commitment and unifie... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Investigations-boost-for-Anti-Doping-Organizations/ Wed 18 May 2011 04:17:18 AM News WADA has released guidelines to help Anti-Doping Organizations (ADOs) enhance their cooperation and intelligence sharing with law enforcement agencies on a global scale. ‘Guidelines for Coordinating Investigations and Sharing Anti-Doping Information and Evidence’ was presented to WADA’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board in Montreal on the weekend of May 14-15. “For some time now we have... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Executive-Committee-and-Foundation-Board-to-discuss-Sharing-of-Anti-Doping-Information-Athlete-Biological-Passport-Compliance-Report/ Thu 12 May 2011 11:48:25 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) will welcome members representing governments from all regions of the world and the Olympic Movement to its Executive Committee and Foundation Board meeting on May 14 and 15. Under discussion at the meetings in Montreal will be a wide range of topics related to the anti-doping community, including the following: Coordinating investigations and sharing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-suspends-Tunis-Laboratorys-accreditation-from-anti-doping-analyses/ Fri 06 May 2011 08:03:11 AM WADA has suspended the accredited laboratory in Tunis, Tunisia from carrying out anti-doping analyses for six months. The suspension is in effect as of May 6, 2011. During the suspension period, this laboratory will not be permitted to analyze anti-doping samples. The laboratory may appeal this decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport within 21 days of notice. Pursuant to the Internationa... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Supports-Bonds-guilty-verdict/ Thu 14 Apr 2011 08:13:34 AM News WADA President John Fahey has given his support to the recent verdict against Barry Bonds, in which the former baseball star was found guilty of obstruction of justice. “The verdict is supported by the evidence which was clear that Mr. Bonds failed to give truthful information,” said Mr. Fahey. “Had Mr. Bonds fully co-operated from the outset, rather than taking steps to pervert the course of... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/First-issue-of-RADO-Newsletter-now-available1/ Mon 28 Mar 2011 11:20:17 AM The first issue of the Regional Anti-Doping Organization (RADO) Newsletter is now available. The Newsletter, a publication developed by the global network of RADOs, was created to promote the activities of the RADOs and their member countries, with future editions highlighting specific programs being implemented by the regions. The RADO concept was created as a way for countries to work togethe... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Announces-2011-2012-Young-Investigators-Award-Call-for-Proposals/ Tue 29 Mar 2011 05:05:04 AM WADA invites applications for its 2011-2012 Young Investigator’s Award. This Award aims to encourage masters level students to focus their area of research on anti-doping issues. WADA will allocate four prizes of US$2,000 each for outstanding and innovative research projects that will contribute to the development of effective doping prevention strategies. The deadline for initial applications... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Files-a-Statement-of-Appeal-to-CAS-in-Contador-Case/ Tue 29 Mar 2011 05:25:41 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has filed today a declaration to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in Lausanne against the Spanish Cycling Federation’s (RFEC) decision in the case of Alberto Contador. Mr. Contador was acquitted following a positive test for clenbuterol during an in-competition test carried out on July 21, 2010. Following its policy, WADA will refrain from... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Announces-2012-Social-Science-Research-Grant-Program/ Wed 16 Mar 2011 07:47:42 AM News WADA invites applications for its 2012 Social Science Research Grant Program. This Program encourages research in social science in order to obtain information that will enable more efficient doping prevention strategies. WADA awards research grants to organizations of all types (e.g. universities, colleges, small businesses, for-profit and not-for-profit organizations). The deadline for... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-satisfied-that-Athlete-Biological-Passport-recognized-by-CAS-as-valid-instrument-in-the-fight/ Wed 09 Mar 2011 09:23:54 AM News Statement from WADA Director General David Howman following the Court of Arbitration for Sport's (CAS) decisions on the cases of cyclists Franco Pellizotti and Pietro Caucchioli. “These two completed cases involving the Athlete Biological Passport Program (ABP) represent a significant step in the global fight against doping in sport. The ABP has proven it can withstand legal and scientific... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Latest-Issue-of-Play-True-Highlights-Role-of-Accredited-Labs/ Fri 04 Mar 2011 07:36:32 AM WADA has published the latest issue of its flagship magazine, Play True , available in print and electronic formats. This issue highlights the fundamental role of the worldwide network of WADA accredited anti-doping laboratories, explains the accreditation process and stresses the importance of anti-doping research conducted by this network of laboratories. Along with regular features such as... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Issues-Call-for-Proposals-for-2011-Scientific-Research-Grants/ Wed 02 Mar 2011 02:34:55 AM News WADA has now issued its call for proposals for 2011 scientific research grants. WADA is committed to increasing the volume of research dedicated to developing new and improved detection methods for performance-enhancing substances and methods. Since 2001, the Agency has committed more than US$50 million to scientific research. Scientists interested in submitting research projects are invited to... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Statement-from-WADA-Director-General-following-the-European-Union-Sports-Forum/ Thu 24 Feb 2011 02:41:52 AM Statement from WADA Director General David Howman following the European Union Sports Forum Budapest, Hungary February, 21-22, 2011   Time for a World Sports Integrity Agency "Our compelling information, and that includes an extensive briefing I had last week from global law enforcement agencies (which added to the information we received from investigators involved in the sport movement) is th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Proposals-for-Social-Science-Target-Research-Grant-Program/ Fri 18 Feb 2011 04:54:50 AM In addition to WADA’s regular Social Science Research Grant Program and with the goal of further ensuring effective doping prevention strategies, WADA’s Education Committee identifies specific areas requiring additional evidence in the way of social science research.  For this call, WADA is seeking research proposals that will investigate the following question: “Team Dynamics and doping: a ris... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Meets-with-European-National-Anti-Doping-Organizations/ Mon 14 Feb 2011 07:13:48 AM WADA President, John Fahey, along with Director General, David Howman, and Director, European Regional Office and International Federations Relations, Frédéric Donzé, met with the German, French and UK National Anti-Doping Organizations (NADOs) last week to discuss a way forward in each country and the fight against doping in general. Mr Fahey started his visit to Europe in Germany on February ... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Director-and-new-CTO-for-WADA/ Tue 08 Feb 2011 08:00:09 AM Frédéric Donzé became the Director of WADA’s European Office and International Federations Relations on February 1, 2011. He is based in Lausanne, Switzerland. A former journalist and editor for various print media outlets in Switzerland, Frédéric Donzé joined WADA as Manager, Media Relations and Communications at the Montreal Headquarters in September 2002. He was subsequently promoted to Seni... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Almaty-Laboratory-Latest-to-be-Accredited-by-WADA/ Thu 20 Jan 2011 04:50:58 AM News WADA's Executive Committee approved the accreditation of a new laboratory for anti-doping analysis in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The Kazakhstan laboratory successfully completed the requirements of WADA’s accreditation process, which started in 2007. The objective of this accreditation process is to ensure that candidate laboratories meet the highest quality standards. This includes site visits,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/2011-Prohibited-List-iPhone-Application-Now-Available-/ Thu 23 Dec 2010 06:21:39 AM News WADA’s free 2011 Prohibited List iPhone application is now available and can be downloaded from the App Store . The List can also be consulted, in a mobile-friendly format (html), on WADA’s Web site. Click here to access it. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Asian-Games-Independent-Observer-Report-Now-Published/ Wed 22 Dec 2010 02:09:59 AM News The WADA Independent Observer (IO) report from the 2010 Asian Games is now available. Click here for the report. Click here for more information about WADA’s IO Program. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Commonwealth-Games-Independent-Observer-Report-Now-Published/ Mon 13 Dec 2010 07:30:19 AM News The WADA Independent Observer (IO) report from the 2010 Commonwealth Games is now available. Click here for the report. Click here for more information about WADA’s IO Program. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Statement-from-WADA-President-on-Iljo-Keisse-Challenging-his-suspension-/ Mon 13 Dec 2010 10:42:10 AM Following numerous requests for comments, WADA issued the following statement from its President, John Fahey, in relation with cyclist Iljo Keisse challenging his worldwide suspension from racing. Iljo Keisse has been banned for two years following a Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) decision on 6 July 2010. This decision is valid worldwide and has not been appealed by Mr. Keisse to the Swis... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Announces-Appointments-to-2011-Standing-Committees/ Mon 06 Dec 2010 03:24:40 AM WADA is pleased to announce the appointments of its Standing Committees for the 2011 year. The Standing Committees play a key advisory role in policy and priority development for the international agency responsible for monitoring and coordinating the global fight against doping in sport. Nominations for committee membership are sought each year from WADA’s stakeholders, including governments a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Floorball-Launches-Say-NO-to-Doping-Campaign/ Wed 01 Dec 2010 07:39:29 AM News The International Floorball Federation (IFF) is the fourth International Federation (IF), along with the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), FIFA (football) and the International Archery Federation (FITA), to join WADA’s Say NO! to Doping Campaign. Click here to watch IFF’s Say NO! to Doping video. IFF will launch its Say NO! to Doping Campaign, in partnership with WADA and the Finnish... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/John-Fahey-to-Remain-WADA-President-until-the-End-of-2013/ Sun 21 Nov 2010 04:34:34 AM During its meeting today, the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) Foundation Board endorsed a second three-year term for the Agency’s President, the Hon. John Fahey, and Vice-President, Prof. Arne Ljungqvist. John Fahey, representing governments, and Arne Ljungqvist, representing the Olympic Movement, were elected respectively WADA’s President and Vice-President during the Third World Conference ... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Foundation-Board-to-Select-Host-City-of-2013-World-Conference-on-Doping-in-Sport-/ Fri 19 Nov 2010 03:55:55 AM News WADA’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board will meet respectively on Saturday, November 20, and Sunday, November 21, 2010, in Montreal. 2013 World Conference on Doping in Sport During these meetings, Members representing governments of all regions of the world and the Olympic Movement will, in particular, select the host city of the Fourth World Conference on Doping in Sport, to be held in... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Fiji-Becomes-150th-State-to-Tackle-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 17 Nov 2010 04:47:06 AM The Pacific nation of Fiji today became the 150 th country to ratify UNESCO’s International Convention against Doping in Sport . Since coming into force on February 1, 2007, this convention has been ratified by more than 75% of countries, covering more than 92% of the world population, making it one of UNESCO’s most rapidly implemented treaties. “Never before have global anti-doping efforts bee... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Visits-Argentina-Uruguay/ Thu 11 Nov 2010 02:45:53 AM News WADA President John Fahey visited sport, government and anti-doping authorities in Argentina and Uruguay this week. On this occasion, he discussed anti-doping development and various other matters of common interest with his hosts. Mr Fahey is pictured left in Buenos Aires with Mr Claudio Morresi, the Argentinean Secretary of Sports and President of the South American Sport Council (CONSUDE), w... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-Childrens-Books-Available-for-Translation-and-Local-Printing/ Wed 03 Nov 2010 05:50:34 AM WADA continues to offer its stakeholders its Choose Your Own Adventure anti-doping themed story books. Stakeholders, who would like to receive books, should complete a request form, available here . Stakeholders need only cover shipping costs. Stakeholders can also translate and print up to 3000 copies of each book without paying extra royalty fees to the publishers (these fees have been covere... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Tour-de-France-Independent-Observer-Report-Now-Published/ Thu 28 Oct 2010 03:37:05 AM News The WADA Independent Observer (IO) report from the 2010 Tour de France is now available. Click here for the report. Click here for more information about WADA’s IO Program. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Athlete-Outreach-Program-a-Big-Hit-at-Commonwealth-Games/ Thu 14 Oct 2010 05:46:53 AM News Thousands of athletes visited WADA’s Athlete Outreach Center during the Commonwealth Games, which were held October 3-14 in New Delhi, India. Located at the heart of the Athlete Village, the Athlete Outreach Center provided athletes and officials with the opportunity to test their anti-doping knowledge by playing the Play True Quiz , to receive information about the fight against doping in spor... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-2011-Prohibited-List-Now-Published/ Thu 30 Sep 2010 08:21:51 AM News Following its approval by WADA's Executive Committee on September 18, the 2011 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods is now available. This List will take effect on January 1, 2011. Noteworthy changes compared to the 2010 List include: Non-Approved Substances A new section – “Non-Approved Substances” – has been added. This “open” section addresses the abuse of pharmacological substances for... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-Play-True-Challenge-Now-Available-in-the-Youth-Zone/ Thu 23 Sep 2010 08:54:10 AM News WADA’s Play True Challenge, which was successfully launched during the Youth Olympic Games in Singapore in August, is now available in the Youth Zone . This computer-based simulation connects the challenges and pressures facing young athletes. Play True Challenge is currently available in Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Spanish, and Russian. Click here to access the game. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-CoachTrue-E-Learning-Tool-Receives-International-Award/ Wed 22 Sep 2010 03:44:01 AM News On September 17, WADA received a Runner-Up Award in the “Business/Professional E-Learning” from the International E-Learning Association (IELA) for CoachTrue, the Agency’s computer-based anti-doping learning tool for coaches. CoachTrue, available at no cost to stakeholders, covers a wide range of anti-doping activities and topics in order to cater to the various learning styles and demanding... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-Approves-2011-Prohibited-List-New-Scientific-Research-Projects-for-Funding/ Mon 20 Sep 2010 10:36:47 AM News Meeting in Montreal today, WADA’s Executive Committee approved the List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List) for 2011. The Prohibited List is one of the cornerstones of the harmonized fight against doping. It specifies substances and methods prohibited in sport. Its implementation is mandatory for organizations that have adopted the World Anti-Doping Code. The annual revision of the List... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-to-Discuss-2011-Prohibited-List-Scientific-Research-Projects-on-September-18-/ Wed 15 Sep 2010 08:50:09 AM News WADA’s Executive Committee will meet on September 18 at the Agency's headquarters in Montreal, Canada. As it is traditionally the case at its September meeting, the Executive Committee will consider next year’s List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List) for approval. The Prohibited List is revised annually through a highly consultative process facilitated by WADA, beginning with the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Canadian-Centre-for-Ethics-in-Sport-Announces-First-Human-Growth-Hormone-Case-in-North-America/ Wed 08 Sep 2010 08:36:30 AM News On September 8, the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) announced the first case involving an adverse analytical finding for human growth hormone (hGH) in North America. This case follows the first worldwide case involving this substance announced by UK Anti-Doping in February 2010. Click here for the CCES press release. Click here for WADA’s February statement on the first worldwide hGH... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Funded-Researchers-Achieve-Gene-Doping-Breakthroughs/ Thu 02 Sep 2010 10:33:45 AM News This week, two separate groups of scientists announced breakthroughs in the development of gene doping detection methods. WADA contributed to these research projects by funding them as part of its Research Grant Program. Researchers at the University of Tübingen, Germany, and at the Universities of Florida, USA, and Nantes, France, have developed detection means for gene doping based on the blo... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/2009-Statistics-of-Analysis-by-Laboratories-and-Testing-by-Anti-Doping-Organizations/ Thu 26 Aug 2010 11:25:27 AM News Pursuant to its responsibilities under the World Anti-Doping Code (Code), WADA publishes annually two sets of statistics. The first set is reported by anti-doping organizations (ADOs) on testing performed and results management, and the second set is reported by the WADA accredited anti-doping laboratories on analyses performed. As regards the Testing Statistics, section 14.4 of the Code states... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Over-2300-Visit-WADAs-Play-True-Generation-Center-during-Inaugural-Youth-Olympic-Games/ Fri 27 Aug 2010 07:49:50 AM News Over 2,300 young athletes, coaches and other officials visited WADA’s Play True Generation Center during the Singapore Youth Olympic Games (August 14-26). Athletes visiting the Center took the Play True Challenge, a computer-based simulation that show players the outcomes of their decision making, while coaches and other officials had the opportunity to experiment CoachTrue, WADA’s new learning... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Committee-Vacancies-2011/ Wed 18 Aug 2010 05:56:01 AM News Through WADA’s policy of rotation, there are vacant positions on our Committees each year. WADA is now seeking nominations or reappointments for such positions in preparation for 2011. These are - Athlete Committee (4 seats); Education Committee (4 seats); Finance and Administration Committee (2 seats); and Health, Medical and Research Committee (3 seats). Current composition of the Committees... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Set-to-Launch-Officially-PT-Generation-Program/ Fri 13 Aug 2010 08:36:49 AM News On the eve of the inaugural Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in Singapore, August 14–26, WADA is set to officially launch its Play True Generation Program. The Program, which was piloted during the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games in Pune, India, challenges young athletes to be a generation of clean athletes. Just as its Athlete Outreach Program is a staple of Olympic and Paralympic Games Villages, WADA’... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Archery-Brings-Say-NO-to-Doping-Campaign-to-Youth-Olympic-Games/ Mon 09 Aug 2010 08:31:19 AM News The International Archery Federation (FITA), in partnership with WADA, is the latest organization to join the Say NO! to Doping Campaign. On archery’s official practice day during the first Youth Olympic Games, to be held in Singapore from August 14-26, targets with “Shoot Clean!” and “Say NO! to Doping” stickers for 9 and 10 point rings will be used. FITA is the third International Federation ... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Addresses-Russia-Sports-Forum/ Mon 02 Aug 2010 06:07:50 AM News On July 28-29, WADA President John Fahey delivered two speeches to participants at the “Russia – Country of Sports” Forum held in Moscow. In these speeches, he addressed the evolution of the global fight against doping in sport and the state of the fight against doping in Russia. Click here for the opening speech. Click here for the keynote speech.   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/PlayTrue-Magazine-Highlights-WADA-Youth-Initiatives/ Fri 30 Jul 2010 09:40:49 AM News The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has published a new issue of its flagship magazine, Play True . This issue highlights WADA’s youth education activities as the Agency prepares its participation at the first Youth Olympic Games, to be held August 14-26 in Singapore. The magazine includes features on WADA’s new Play True Generation Program, the Say NO! to Doping Campaign, social science resear... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Publishes-Criteria-for-Approval-of-Non-Accredited-Laboratories-for-Athlete-Biological-Passport-Analyses/ Thu 22 Jul 2010 10:56:33 AM News At its May 8 meeting, WADA’s Executive Committee endorsed criteria in order to approve non-WADA accredited laboratories (e.g., clinical, forensic laboratories) for blood analyses in support of the Athlete Biological Passport. This has been due to the consideration that the current network of WADA accredited laboratories may be geographically limited to fully serve the practical development of t... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Publishes-2009-Annual-Report/ Mon 19 Jul 2010 03:37:45 AM WADA has published its 2009 Annual Report. For the first time, in addition to a print-based format, the Annual Report is available in an interactive online version where readers can view video interviews of WADA’s President and Director General. Click on the image to discover WADA’s 2009 Annual Report online.   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-to-Hold-Social-Science-Research-Symposium-in-Seoul-November-3-4/ Fri 16 Jul 2010 07:40:12 AM News WADA, with the support of the Korean Anti-Doping Agency, will host a Social Science Research Symposium on November 3-4, 2010 in Seoul, Korea. The objective of the Symposium is to bring together anti-doping experts to discuss the expansion of the anti-doping social science research network as well as to consider future research priorities. Attendance is open to researchers and anti-doping... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/One-Month-to-Launch-of-WADAs-Play-True-Generation-Program-at-the-Youth-Olympic-Games/ Wed 14 Jul 2010 04:12:03 AM One month before the official launch of its Play True Generation (PTGen) Program at the first Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in Singapore August 14-26, WADA has produced a teaser video for its activities at the YOG. Through its Play True Generation Program, WADA is challenging young athletes, and young people in general, to be a generation that completely rejects doping in sport. Conceived in 2008,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Reinstates-Bogota-Laboratory-for-Anti-Doping-Analysis/ Mon 12 Jul 2010 07:46:49 AM News WADA has reinstated the accredited laboratory in Bogota, Colombia, for anti-doping analysis as of July 9. On April 12, this laboratory, which is part of the 35 WADA accredited laboratories worldwide, was suspended from carrying out anti-doping analysis. Pursuant to the International Standard for Laboratories , WADA is responsible for accrediting and re-accrediting anti-doping laboratories, as... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/August-Deadline-Interest-2013-World-Conference-Hosting/ Fri 09 Jul 2010 08:10:49 AM News The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) wishes to remind its stakeholders of the deadline for interested cities to bid for the hosting of the 4th World Conference on Doping in Sport planned for late 2013. The deadline for proposals is August 27, 2010 and the host city will be selected by WADA’s Foundation Board at its November 21, 2010 meeting. The 2013 conference will be the culmination of the nex... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IFPMA-and-WADA-to-Cooperate-in-the-Fight-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Tue 06 Jul 2010 04:06:52 AM The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) signed a Joint Declaration on Cooperation in the Fight against Doping in Sport today in Lausanne, Switzerland. The Declaration was signed by Mr. David Howman, Director General of WADA, and Mr. Haruo Naito, President of the IFPMA and President and CEO of Eisai. From left ... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-adds-24th-Language-to-Play-True-Quiz/ Tue 29 Jun 2010 05:46:06 AM News With the latest addition of Turkish, WADA’s Play True Quiz is now available in 24 languages. The Play True Quiz was developed as the core element of WADA’s Athlete Outreach activities helping the sporting community gain a greater understanding about the anti-doping issue. Turkey partnered with WADA and translated the Quiz.   “We believe WADA’s Play True Quiz is one of the most important tools a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Joint-UCIWADA-Press-Release-UCIWADA-Agreement-on-Independent-Observers-at-the-Tour-de-France/ Tue 22 Jun 2010 06:20:44 AM News The International Cycling Union (UCI) and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) yesterday signed an agreement on the attendance of independent observers at the 2010 Tour de France to be held between 3-25 July. This agreement was reached in response to a request by the UCI last October for the presence of such observers with a view to ensuring the total transparency of the UCI’s activities in the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Resolution-in-Relation-to-AFLD-Request-to-Conduct-Additional-Testing-at-Tour/ Wed 23 Jun 2010 02:50:53 AM News WADA has determined the application for approval for extra testing at the 2010 Tour de France from the French National Anti-Doping Agency (AFLD). WADA has responded to AFLD and the International Cycling Union (UCI) in accordance with the protocol for Article 15.1.1 of the World Anti-Doping Code. Click here for WADA’s resolution. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-CoachTrue---New-Anti-Doping-Learning-Tool-1/ Wed 23 Jun 2010 08:58:11 AM News WADA has launched CoachTrue, a computer-based anti-doping learning tool for coaches. This new resource, available at no cost to stakeholders, covers a wide range of anti-doping activities and topics in order to cater to the various learning styles and demanding schedules of coaches. CoachTrue contains separate platforms for coaches of elite-level athletes and coaches of young or recreational-le... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Revokes-Penang-Laboratory-Accreditation/ Fri 18 Jun 2010 03:50:29 AM News WADA has revoked the accreditation of the laboratory in Penang, Malaysia, due to non-compliance with the International Standard for Laboratories (ISL) and related Technical Documents. This revocation, which will take effect on July 17, 2010, means that the Penang laboratory will no longer be authorized to carry out anti-doping analyses. The laboratory will have to regain WADA accreditation if i... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/UNESCO-Convention-Reaches-the-140-Ratification-Mark/ Wed 16 Jun 2010 04:56:50 AM News With Comoros and Marshall Islands having completed their ratification procedures, 141 countries out of the 193 UNESCO Member States have now ratified the International Convention against Doping in Sport. The UNESCO Convention, which came into force on February 1, 2007, is the practical instrument by which governments formalize their commitment to the fight against doping. Given that many... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IFPMA-and-WADA-to-Hold-Press-Conference-on-6-July-in-Lausanne-to-Outline-Cooperation-in-the-Fight-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Tue 15 Jun 2010 03:31:46 AM The International Federation of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers and Associations (IFPMA) and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) will hold a press conference on 6 July 2010 at 10 am at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland, on the occasion of the signing of a Joint Declaration on Cooperation in the Fight against Doping in Sport between the two organizations. The IFPMA-WADA Joint Declaration... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/FIFA-Joins-WADAs-Say-NO-to-Doping-Campaign-during-World-Cup-1/ Fri 11 Jun 2010 10:38:02 AM News FIFA and WADA have teamed up during the Football World Cup, which kicked off in South Africa on June 11, to promote the Say NO! to Doping Campaign. During the World Cup, each team will be provided with balls with the Say NO! to Doping slogan. Players will be encouraged to be leaders in the Campaign by using the balls during personal training and by bringing them back to their countries to sprea... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Director-for-WADA-Latin-America-Regional-Office/ Thu 03 Jun 2010 05:20:15 AM News WADA is pleased to announce the appointment of María José Pesce Cutri as the new Director of the Agency’s Latin America Regional Office, located in Montevideo, Uruguay . María José Pesce Cutri’s responsibilities will include liaising with stakeholders in the region, actively promoting WADA and its mission, and coordinating projects relating to the fight against doping in sport in Latin America.... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-on-Alejandro-Valverde-Case/ Mon 31 May 2010 07:19:08 AM News Following the release of the decision of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) in the case of Spanish cyclist Alejandro Valverde, WADA issued the following statement from its President John Fahey: “WADA is pleased that this matter is now resolved and that CAS ruled in favour of WADA and the International Cycling Union (UCI). "This decision confirms that the scientific and forensic evidence... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Welcomes-First-Athlete-Biological-Passport-Sanction/ Fri 28 May 2010 07:59:47 AM News Following the first anti-doping rule violation sanctioned by a sporting organization under the scope of the Athlete Biological Passport on May 27, WADA commends the International Cycling Union (UCI) for its initiative and encourages other sports organizations to implement similar longitudinal follow-up programs. “The Athlete Biological Passport adds a powerful tool to support the fight against... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Suspends-Penang-Laboratory-from-Anti-Doping-Analyses/ Thu 27 May 2010 03:04:02 AM News WADA has suspended the accreditation of the laboratory in Penang, Malaysia, from carrying out anti-doping analyses due to non-compliance with the International Standard for Laboratories (ISL) and related Technical Documents. This suspension is in effect as of May 26, 2010. Pursuant to the ISL, WADA is responsible for accrediting and re-accrediting anti-doping laboratories, thereby ensuring that... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Brazil-and-Portugal-Sign-Anti-Doping-Agreement-with-WADA-Support/ Fri 21 May 2010 08:56:41 AM News On May 19 in Lisbon, the Governments of Brazil and Portugal signed a Protocol of Cooperation facilitated and supported by WADA in relation to the fight against doping in sport.   This agreement, which provides for exchange of information and expertise, was signed in the presence of Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Portugal's Prime Minister Jose Socrates. WADA was represented by... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Statement-from-WADA-President-on-Dr-Anthony-Galea-Case1/ Wed 19 May 2010 05:31:11 AM News Following numerous requests for comment, WADA issued the following statement from its President John Fahey in relation to the criminal complaint filed in the United States against Dr Anthony Galea: “While WADA will not comment on an ongoing federal investigation, we commend the United States law enforcement authorities for their actions in investigating the conduct of those who work closely wit... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Statement-from-WADA-President-on-Floyd-Landis-Allegations/ Thu 20 May 2010 04:09:17 AM News Following numerous requests for comment, WADA issued the following statement from its President John Fahey in relation to reported allegations recently made by US cyclist Floyd Landis: “WADA is aware of the serious allegations made by Mr Landis. We are very interested in learning more about this matter and we will liaise with the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) and any other authority... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Protocol-for-Code-Article-1511-Now-Available/ Tue 18 May 2010 11:25:40 AM News At its May 8 meeting, WADA’s Executive Committee approved a protocol to further foster cooperation between anti-doping organizations in relation to Article 15.1.1 of the World Anti-Doping Code (Event Testing). This protocol, which clarifies testing responsibilities among anti-doping organizations, has now been published. Click here for the protocol.   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Vancouver-Paralympic-Games-Independent-Observer-Report-Now-Published/ Fri 14 May 2010 10:14:58 AM News The WADA Independent Observer (IO) report from the 2010 Paralympic Winter Games is now available. Click here for the report. Click here for more information about WADA’s IO Program. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-and-Board-Endorse-Haematological-Laboratories-for-Athlete-Passport-Analyses-Support-Athlete-Whereabouts-System/ Sun 09 May 2010 10:27:16 AM News The World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) Executive Committee endorsed on Saturday the approval of non-WADA accredited laboratories (e.g. forensic laboratories, clinical laboratories) for blood analysis to support the Athlete Biological Passport Program . This decision, which was taken as part of WADA’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board meetings, held respectively on Saturday and Sunday in... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Vancouver-Olympic-Games-Independent-Observer-Report-Now-Published/ Thu 06 May 2010 09:27:42 AM News The WADA Independent Observer (IO) report from the 2010 Olympic Winter Games is now available. Click here for the report. Click here for more information about WADA’s IO Program. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Wayne-Gretzky-Part-of-the-Say-No-to-Doping-Community-/ Fri 07 May 2010 07:52:33 AM News The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF), in partnership with WADA, released a series of videos showing prominent ice hockey figures, including ice hockey legend Wayne Gretzky, spreading the Say NO! to Doping message.   WADA invites the public to join the Say NO! to Doping Community by visiting the new Say NO! to Doping section of our Facebook page. WADA will be present at the Ice Hockey... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Welcomes-CAS-Advisory-Opinion-on-FIFA-Compliance-with-the-World-Anti-Doping-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:32 AM Montreal, 24 April 2006 – The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) welcomed with satisfaction the advisory opinion published today by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on the question of non-compliance of FIFA anti-doping rules with the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) – the document harmonizing anti-doping regulations in all sports and all countries. “This independent opinion confirms that FIFA... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Athlete-Committee-Offers-Recommendations-to-Strengthen-Fight-against-Doping/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:29 AM The Athlete Committee of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) offered recommendations today for ways to strengthen the fight against doping in sport. Chaired by Vyacheslav Fetisov, Head of the Federal Agency for Physical Culture and Sport (Russian Federation), the Committee consists of 13 elite international athletes especially concerned about the prevalence of doping in sport. In working with... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Review-of-the-World-Anti-Doping-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:39 AM WADA has launched a consultation process for the review of the World Anti-Doping Code (Code). Through broad consultation and based on three years of practical implementation, the review is intended to act as a mechanism to fine tune provisions of the Code to enhance anti-doping programs. The Code review includes three stages of consultation and will conclude at the World Conference on Doping in... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/CAS-Advisory-Opinion-on-FIFA-Compliance-with-the-World-Anti-Doping-Code-now-Public/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:35 AM The advisory opinion by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on the compliance of FIFA (football) anti-doping rules with the World Anti-Doping Code was published by CAS today. To read the CAS advisory opinion, click here . To read the annex to the advisory opinion, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-Extends-Suspension-of-Declaration-of-FIFA-Non-Compliance-with-World-Anti-Doping-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:18 AM The Executive Committee of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) agreed to extend the suspension of its declaration that FIFA’s (football) rules are not compliant with the World Anti-Doping Code, the core document that provides the framework for harmonized anti-doping policy rules and regulations in Sport and Government, so that FIFA can bring its rules into compliance prior to its World Cup to b... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Government-Update-Report-on-Copenhagen-Declaration-and-UNESCO-Convention/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:14 AM WADA presented a Government Update Report on the Copenhagen Declaration and the UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport to the Agency’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board at their meetings on 13-14 May 2006. This document is an updated version of the report presented to the IOC Session on 8 February 2006, immediately prior to the Turin Olympic Games. Click here to read mor... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Play-True-Issue-on-WADAs-Global-Mission-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:24 AM WADA has published a new issue of Play True Magazine on its global mission. This issue covers WADA’s involvment in various regions of the world, with a focus on the establishment of Regional Anti-Doping Organizations (RADOs). Other features include WADA’s Education Symposia around the world, new online resources for stakeholders, and a look back at the Agency’s presence at the Turin Olympic and... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-and-Foundation-Board-Meetings/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:21 AM The Executive Committee and Foundation Board of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) will meet respectively Saturday, May 13, and Sunday, May 14, 2006, in Montreal. At this meeting, WADA’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board will discuss the consequences of the advisory opinion released on April 24 by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on the question of non-compliance of FIFA... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Reiterates-Trouble-Surrounding-World-Baseball-Classic-Anti-Doping-Activities/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:01 AM Following the press statement released on April 1st by the International Baseball Federation (IBAF) about doping control procedures at the past World Baseball Classic (WBC), the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) reiterates its trouble over baseball officials’ delay in making public the anti-doping practices before and during the WBC. WADA’s repeated requests of baseball officials to provide the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Announces-2005-Out-of-Competition-Testing-Statistics/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:57 AM Some 3,114 athletes were tested in 2005 as part of the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) Out-of-Competition Testing Program. Blood and urine testing, conducted according to the 2005 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods, included analysis of urine for EPO, as well as analysis of blood for the detection of HBOCS, blood transfusion and Human Growth Hormone. Click here for more information. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Clarification-about-Danilo-Hondo-case/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:08 AM Following the recent publishing of misleading information in the public domain surrounding the doping case of Danilo Hondo, who received a two-year sanction from the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) for testing positive for the Prohibited Substance Carphedon, WADA wishes to clarify several points: The cyclist has appealed the CAS decision of 10 January 2006 before the Court of Appeal of... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-New-Athlete-Outreach-Model/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:04 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to launch the Athlete Outreach Model, a program developed to assist the sporting community in the fight against doping in sport. By adopting the WADA Athlete Outreach Model, anti-doping organizations, national Olympic committees, international federations, and national federations can easily and effectively deliver athlete outreach and education in... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Legal-Web-Content-now-Features-Legal-Opinions-and-Case-Law/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:46 AM WADA is pleased to announce enhanced content for the "Legal" section of its Web site. Located under "World Anti-Doping Code," the new "Legal" section features upgraded content including a Legal Opinion on whether the World Anti-Doping Code is compatible with the fundamental principles of Swiss domestic law. Legal decisions applying the rules of the World Anti-Doping Code by the Court of... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Convenes-Sports-on-Blood-Parameters-Question/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:42 AM Consensus: Blood Parameters Analysis Helpful in Detecting Doping On April 8, 2006, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) convened in Lausanne, Switzerland a meeting of medical representatives from international sports federations involved in the measure of blood parameters. This meeting was in response to questions raised during the 2006 Olympic Winter Games surrounding “no start” suspensions of... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Now-Available-Digital-Library-of-Anti-Doping-Resources/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:53 AM During its October 2005 meeting, the WADA Ethics and Education Committee suggested developing a global clearinghouse of currently available informational and educational anti-doping material. This initiative, which was also recommended by the WADA Education Working Group and by stakeholders in the 2005 Education Questionnaire, would enable Anti-Doping Organizations (ADOs) and governments to... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-Content-Sharing-Program-for-Anti-Doping-Information/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:49 AM WADA is pleased to launch a new “Content Sharing Program.” Stakeholders now have the opportunity to use anti-doping information content developed by WADA to help enhance their anti-doping activities. This information is available for publishing, translating, and co-branding. WADA publications currently available for WADA’s Content Sharing Program are the 2006 List of Prohibited Substances and... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Request-for-Tender--Contact-Management-System-for-World-Anti-Doping-Agency/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:35 AM This is an open call to all interested eligible entities to submit a tender proposal to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). This call for Tender is to provide a contact management system to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). The purpose of the contact management system is to ensure efficient management of the Agency’s stakeholder contact information and effective communication with stakehold... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Congratulates-World-Major-Marathons-in-Anti-Doping-Initiative/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:31 AM In a letter today to the race directors of the World Major Marathons, World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Director General David Howman congratulated them on their “important and bold initiative to bar athletes previously convicted of doping violations from running in the World Major Marathons” in order to help protect the health of athletes and the integrity of the sport of marathon running. To vi... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Olympic-and-Paralympic-Games-Independent-Observer-Reports-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:43 AM The Independent Observer (IO) Reports from the 2006 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Turin, Italy are now available. To see the Olympic Games IO report, click here . To see the Paralympic Games IO report, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Official-Statement-on-Inaccuracies-of-Vrijman-Report/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:39 AM Following analysis of the so-called "Vrijman report" submitted to the International Cycling Union (UCI) in relation to the August 2005 L’Équipe article that concluded Lance Armstrong had used EPO during the 1999 Tour de France, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) issues its official statement highlighting a number of the unprofessional, inaccurate, unfair and misleading elements of the report. ... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-and-UNESCO-Leaders-Urge-Governments-to-Ratify-the-International-Convention-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:22 AM UNESCO Director-General Koichiro Matsuura and WADA Vice Chairman Brian Mikkelsen and Director General David Howman sent letters to governments urging them to take steps to ratify the International Convention against Doping in Sport. The Convention, unanimously adopted in Paris on 19 October 2005 at the 33rd session of the UNESCO General Conference, requires that 30 governments submit their... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/World-Anti-Doping-Agency-Welcomes-Visit-of-IOC-President-Rogge/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:19 AM Richard W. Pound, president of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) welcomed International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Dr. Jacques Rogge to the Agency’s headquarters on July 18, 2006 . On his second official visit to WADA since its establishment in Montreal in 2002, Dr. Rogge met with WADA management and discussed the Agency’s progress in leading the global fight against doping in sport.... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-2005-Annual-Report-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:28 AM WADA’s 2005 Annual Report is now available online. To read the Report, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Commonwealth-Games-Independent-Observer-Report-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:25 AM The Independent Observer (IO) Report from the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Melbourne, Australia is now available. To read the Report, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Expresses-Concern-Regarding-Vrijman-Report/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:04 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) expresses grave concern and strong disappointment following media reports in which Dutch lawyer Emile Vrijman, who was appointed by the International Cycling Union (UCI) to investigate urine samples collected from the 1999 Tour de France, criticizes anti-doping authorities. WADA is not in a position to comment at this time other than to state that elementary... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Completely-Rejects-Vrijman-Report/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:00 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) today completely rejected the so-called “Vrijman report” submitted to the International Cycling Union (UCI) in relation to the publication appearing in L’Équipe in August 2005 that concluded Lance Armstrong had used EPO during the 1999 Tour de France. Click here to read more. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Pleased-with-Rejection-of-Danilo-Hondos-Appeal/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:11 AM WADA Pleased with Rejection of Danilo Hondo’s Appeal WADA expressed its satisfaction following the decision of the Court of Appeal of Canton de Vaud, Lausanne, Switzerland, on May 16 to reject the appeal filed by cyclist Danilo Hondo against the two-year sanction imposed to him by the Court of Arbitration for Sport for testing positive for the prohibited substance Carphedon. This decision revok... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Applications-for-Social-Science-Research-Grant-Program2/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:45:07 AM For the third year, WADA invites applications for its Social Science Research Grant Program. This Program encourages research in the social sciences to obtain information which will enable more efficient doping prevention strategies. All proposals submitted must be related to one or more of the stated Program priorities. WADA awards research grants to organizations of all types (universities,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/2007-World-Conference-on-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:49 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency would like to announce its upcoming World Conference on Doping in Sport to be held in Madrid, Spain from 15-17 November 2007. For more information, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/2005-Laboratory-Statistics-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:46 AM WADA publishes annually an overview of the results reported by the accredited anti-doping laboratories. The 2005 statistics include analyses conducted by accredited laboratories for in- and out-of-competition testing. Nearly 14,000 more samples were analyzed in 2005 than in 2004; and there was an increase in the number of Adverse Analytical Findings—from 2,909 (2004) to 3,909 (2005). Click here... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-to-Assist-Spanish-Authorities-in-Doping-Investigation/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:56 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) today announced that it will assist the Spanish authorities in their investigation into possible doping practices in sport. Click here to read more. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Reinforced-Cooperation-between-UNESCO-and-WADA/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:53 AM The Director-General of UNESCO, Koïchiro Matsuura, the President of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), Richard W. Pound, and the Director General of WADA, David Howman discussed yesterday in Montreal, Canada, a range of crucial issues in the fight against doping in sport, in particular, cooperation between the two organizations and implementation of the International Convention against Doping... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-and-Foundation-Board-Meeting-November-20-21-Teleconference-with-Richard-Pound-for-Journalists-on-November-15/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:30 AM Teleconference with Richard W. Pound for journalists on November 15 The Executive Committee and Foundation Board of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) will meet respectively Sunday, November 20, and Monday, November 21, 2005, in Montreal. At this meeting, WADA’s Foundation Board will select a host city for the third World Conference on Doping in Sport, to be held in 2007. Members of WADA’s... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-Web-based-Anti-Doping-Management-System/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:26 AM Enhances Coordination in Global Fight against Doping The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to announce the official launch of ADAMS (Anti-Doping Administration & Management System), the web-based database management system that coordinates anti-doping activities worldwide under the World Anti-Doping Code (Code). “This is a significant step forward for global efforts to rid sport of... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Media-Invitation---Gene-Doping-Symposium-Press-Conferences/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:37 AM Gene therapy research has reached a critical phase. Already practised on humans as part of strictly controlled experiments, gene therapy promises to become a widely available form of treatment for injury and disease. However, advances in the science of gene therapy have a darker side: gene doping—the unscrupulous use of genetic modification to enhance athletic ability by athletes, sportspeople... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Three-Cities-Bid-to-Host-2007-World-Conference-on-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:34 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that three cities have submitted formal bids to host the 2007 World Conference on Doping in Sport. These cities are: Bangkok, Thailand; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; and Madrid, Spain. At its meeting in May, WADA’s Executive Committee approved the publication of a call for expressions of interest to host the 2007 Conference.The Committee recognized... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Board-Selects-Madrid-to-Host-2007-World-Conference-on-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:14 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that its Foundation Board has selected Madrid (Spain) to host the Third World Conference on Doping in Sport in November 2007. “The Third World Conference will be an important opportunity to take stock of how far the fight against doping has come and to identify its next critical tasks,” said WADA Chairman Richard W. Pound following a two-day... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-Latin-American-Regional-Office/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:11 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that it will officially launch its Latin American regional office in Montevideo, Uruguay, on 24 November 2005. "Establishing a stronger presence in Latin America is a significant step in the global fight against doping in sport," said David Howman, WADA director general. "It’s an important region that is willing to do even more to rid sport of... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IOC-Anti-Doping-Rules-for-the-XX-Olympic-Winter-Games-in-Torino/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:22 AM The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has now published its Anti-Doping Rules for the XX Olympic Winter Games in Torino. As was the case for the 2004 Olympic Summer Gamesin Athens, these rules are in line with the World Anti-Doping Code. Click here to see the IOC cover letter. Click here to see the rules. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Recording-of-Richard-W-Pounds-Press-Conference-Now-Online1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:18 AM A recording of the press conference given by WADA's President on November 21 is now available. To listen to the recording, click here http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Appoints-Director-of-International-Federations-and-European-Regional-Office/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:00 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jean-Pierre Moser to the position of Director of International Federations and European Regional Office. A Swiss national, Mr. Moser has spent the last nine years with FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) and currently serves as the organization’s Financial Director. He holds an Executive Master degree in... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Tenders-for-Out-of-Competition-Testing/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:56 AM WADA is currently seeking tenders for a percentage of the testing which will make up the 2006 Out of Competition Testing Program. Click here for the Request for Tender document. For additional information, please contact Karen Parr at karen.parr@wada-ama.org or +1 514 904 8836. The deadline for submission is November 18, 2005. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-New-Doping-Quiz-Athlete-Outreach-Tool/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:08 AM WADA is pleased to announce the launch of its new Doping Quiz, an online interactive tool to educate athletes about the dangers and consequences of doping. The Doping Quiz, an integral part of WADA's Athlete Outreach Program, can be played in nine different languages, including English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Greek, Chinese, Portuguese, and Russian. Soon it will be available in Arabi... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Welcomes-Adoption-of-International-Convention-against-Doping-in-Sport-by-UNESCO/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:04 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) welcomed with great satisfaction the unanimous adoption of the first International Convention against Doping in Sport by the General Conference of UNESCO, at its plenary session today in Paris. “The adoption of the Convention by UNESCO is a strong signal of the commitment of the governments of the world to the fight against doping in sport,” said David Howman... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Welcomes-Call-for-Stronger-Doping-Controls-in-2006-Tour/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:45 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) today welcomed the call of the Tour de France organizers for stronger anti-doping efforts during the 2006 Tour. “We are encouraged by efforts of the Tour de France organizers to establish an enhanced testing program for cycling’s marquis event,” said WADA Chairman Richard W. Pound. “We welcome this opportunity to work with the Tour and UCI to strengthen the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Governments-Ratification-of-International-Convention-Underway/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:41 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has received notification from Bosse Ringholm, Deputy Prime Minister of Sweden, that the Swedish Government has decided to ratify the International Convention against Doping in Sport and “will deposit the instrument of ratification at the office of the UNESCO General-Director in the next few days.” This is the first official notification received by WADA from... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-President-Urges-Governments-to-Ratify-Convention/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:52 AM During a press conference on October 25 at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris, WADA's President Richard W. Pound congratulated UNESCO and governments for the unanimous adoption of the International Convention against Doping in Sport on October 19. He also urged governments to ratify the treaty before the Winter Olympic Games in February 2006. "Governments have reached an important milestone," Pou... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Urges-Speedy-Ratification-of-International-Convention/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:48 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) today announced that it is following up the call by UNESCO and the Olympic Movement for governments to act quickly to ratify the International Convention on Doping in Sport that was adopted unanimously by the General Conference of UNESCO on October 19, 2005. “Governments have assured the sports movement that they would adopt this convention in time for it to ... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Enhanced-Science--Medicine-Web-Content-Features-Gene-Doping/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:31 AM WADA is pleased to launch an enhanced "Science & Medicine" section of its Web site. Located under "Programs,” the new “Science and Medicine” section features upgraded content and information about gene doping and includes abstracts, presentations, and conclusions of the recent Symposium on gene doping held in Stockholm. Click here to see the new section. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Report-to-the-IOC/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:27 AM On February 8, 2006, WADA Chairman Richard Pound reported on WADA’s 2005 activities to the International Olympic CommitteeSession in Turin. This presentation provides a succinct summary of the Agency’s key areas of focus and the progress made in the fight against doping. To view the powerpoint presentation, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Turin-2006-Section/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:38 AM WADA has developed a new "Turin 2006" section of this web site. This section includes information about WADA’s involvement in the Olympic and Paralympic Games, news, the IOC Anti-Doping Rules for the Games, as well as useful links. Click here to consult the "Turin 2006" section. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IOC-Members-Support-Play-True/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:34 AM Former ski champion Pernilla Wiberg and other IOC members toured the Athlete Village in Turin and visited WADA's Athlete Outreach booth to spread the "Play True" message and the importance of clean sport. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-at-the-Commonwealth-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:16 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is present at the Commonwealth Games through its Independent Observer (IO) and Athlete Outreach Programs, on 15-26 March in Melbourne, Australia. Leading the team of Independent Observers is Professor Ichiro Kono, Chair of the Japanese Anti-Doping Agency. Other members include Rosa Mota, former Olympic and World Champion in marathon and WADA Athlete Committee... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Applying-for-Research-Grants/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:12 AM The 2006 deadline to submit research applications was May 26, 2006. For any inquiry, please contact Violet Maziar, science department assistant, at violet.maziar@wada-ama.org . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-at-Paralympic-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:23 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) will be present at the Paralympic Games starting March 10 in Turin, Italy. An Independent Observer (IO) team and an Athlete Outreach group will be on hand for the duration of the Games. The IO team, chaired by Pirjo Krouvila, Director of International and Developmental Affairs at the Finnish Anti-Doping Agency, will observe doping control procedures and resul... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Skeptical-about-Anti-Doping-Policy-at-World-Baseball-Classic/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:19 AM No Evidence of Compliance with World Anti-Doping Code March 16, 2006 - The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) expressed serious doubts today about the anti-doping policy implemented during the World Baseball Classic (WBC) and called for baseball officials to publicly disclose the details of the policy and testing program prior to the end of the tournament. The Agency said that failure to do so cou... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Feedback-on-New-Guidelines/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:00 AM WADA has drafted four new Guidelines (Level 3 documents): a Missed Test Guideline, an Athlete Whereabouts Information Guideline, a Sample Collection Personnel Guideline and a Reporting and Management of Elevated T/E Ratios Guideline.  WADA invites stakeholders to provide any comments and feedback on the content of these documents by March 13, 2006, or in the case of the Elevated T/E Guideline b... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Play-True-Issue-on-Harmonization-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:56 AM WADA has published a new issue of Play True Magazine. The theme of this issue is “Harmonization,” focusing on how Sport and Government synchronize efforts to wage a comprehensive and global fight against doping, and outlining the fundamental framework adopted by stakeholders several years ago to achieve the common mission. Click here to read Play True. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Tender-for-Electronic-Forum/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:07 AM WADA is currently seeking tenders for a web-based electronic forum. The purpose of the WADA Electronic Forum is to automate the Agency’s evaluation, coordination and facilitation processes. The Forum will be used by staff members and by WADA’s main stakeholders involved in or demonstrating an interest in anti-doping initiatives. The deadline for submission is December 7, 2005. Click here  for t... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Gene-Doping-Symposium-Reaches-Conclusions-and-Recommendations/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:47:04 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), in collaboration with the Karolinska Institute and the Swedish Sports Confederation, held a workshop meeting in Stockholm on the subject of gene doping in sport on 4-5 December 2005. The meeting was the second such meeting sponsored by WADA, the first being the workshop held at the Banbury Center, Long Island, New York, in March 2002. The Stockholm meeting... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Feedback-on-New-Guideline/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:45 AM WADA has drafted a new Guideline (Level 3 document) for Laboratory Certificates of Analysis related to the reporting of adverse analytical findings. WADA invites stakeholders to provide any comments and feedback on the content of this document to thierry.boghosian@wada-ama.org by February 21, 2006. Click here to see the new Guideline. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Play-True-Special-Issue-on-Turin-2006-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:42 AM WADA has published a special issue of Play True Magazine on Turin 2006. This issue focuses on WADA’s involvment in the Olympic and Paralympic Games, past and present, with special emphasis on the Agency’s role in Turin. Other features include WADA’s new athlete outreach model, conclusions of WADA’s second gene doping symposium, and a statement of the Agency’s Athlete Committee recommending... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/2006-List-and-Athlete-Guide-Now-Available-in-Brochure-Format/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:52 AM WADA has published the 2006 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods as well as the fourth edition of the Athlete Guide, which describes the doping control process and the athlete’s rights and responsibilities, in brochure format. For the first time, these publications include the information translated into there languages under one cover: English, French, and Spanish. Click here to see the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Sandro-Donati-Visits-WADA/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:46:49 AM As part of its regular meetings with specialists from around the world, WADA invited Italian anti-doping expert Sandro Donati to visit the Agency’s headquarters in Montreal and to meet with staff members this week. A renowned coach, educator, and expert in drugs trafficking and criminality, Dr Donati made a presentation about "Criminality in the International Doping Trade". Click here to see a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/ASADA-Reaches-Out-to-Future-Generations/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:00 AM The 2007 Australian Youth Olympic Festival took place from 17 – 21 January in Sydney, Australia. The five-day event drew over 1600 athletes competing in many of the venues built for the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games. The Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority (ASADA) took the opportunity to launch its Athlete Outreach Program at this multi-sport, multi-national event. “We were extremely pleased wi... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IBU-Athletes-Report-Whereabouts-Using-ADAMS/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:57 AM On 18-19 January, at the IBU (Biathalon) World Cup hosted in Pokljuka (Slovenia), 25 of the world's 60 highest ranking biathletes attended a workshop presented by WADA's Director of International Federation Relations Jean Pierre Moser on ADAMS, the web-based database management system for the management of the anti-doping process. Following the workshop, IBU announced that athletes registered i... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Updated-QA-on-Human-Growth-Hormone-Testing/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:05 AM Following frequent requests for information, WADA has posted online an updated version of its series of Questions and Answers regarding the testing of human growth hormone (hGH). Click here for the Q&A http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-to-Further-Urge-Governments-Commitment-to-Fight-against-Doping-in-Sport-at-UNESCO-Convention-Conference-of-Parties/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:02 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that it will further urge governments of the world to fulfill their responsibilities in the fight against doping in sport during the first session of the Conference of Parties to the International Convention against Doping in Sport (Convention), to be held February 5-7 at UNESCO’s headquarters in Paris, France. “Governments have a key role in... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Enhanced-Information-On-Regional-Anti-Doping-Organizations-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:48 AM WADA has enhanced the section of this Web site focusing on the Agency’s anti-doping development program. The intent of this program is to assist countries and organizations to develop anti-doping programs in parts of the world where there is little or no sample collection or established quality doping control programs. WADA’s strategy to achieve this is the establishment of independent Regional... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Llamado-a-concurso-de-proyectos-de-investigacion-cientifica-2007/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:45 AM La Agencia Mundial Antidopaje está comprometida a aumentar el volumen de investigación dedicado a desarrollar nuevos y mejores métodos de detección de sustancias y métodos dopantes.  Desde el 2001, la AMA  ha invertido más de 31 millones US$ en proyectos de investigación científica.  Se invita a los investigadores interesados en el Programa Científico de la AMA 2007 a presentar sus propuestas... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-Its-New-Coaches-Tool-Kit/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:54 AM The World Ant-Doping Agency's newest education tool provides anti-doping organizations with a ready-to-deliver doping prevention workshop specially-tailored for elite coaches. Because coaches have so much influence over athletes, educating them is also an effective means of getting doping-free sport messages to competitors and their entourages. The WADA Coaches' Tool Kit is designed to assist... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Provides-TUE-Guidelines-to-Anti-Doping-Organizations/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:51 AM Following consultation with key stakeholders, WADA has developed Guidelines for Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUE). The purpose of these Guidelines is to support anti-doping organizations in the administrative management of TUEs and to harmonize the approach of the TUE process. Click here to view the Guidelines. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/January-Update-on-Code-Review--Consultation/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:22 AM WADA has published online its January update on the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) Review & Consultation. The monthly updates help keep stakeholders apprised of Code Review & Consultation progress. The Review & Consultation is modeled on the extensive process that was used with stakeholders for the initial development of the Code and stresses practical and constructive solutions for enhancing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Welcomes-Swiss-Federal-Court-Decision-on-Danilo-Hondo/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:20 AM WADA was informed on January 12 of the decision of the Swiss Federal Court—the Swiss Supreme Court—to dismiss the appeal filed by cyclist Danilo Hondo against the two-year sanction imposed to him by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (and confirmed by the Court of Appeal of Canton de Vaud in Lausanne, Switzerland) for testing positive for the prohibited substance Carphedon. The award with the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/December-Update-on-Code-Review--Consultation/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:29 AM WADA has published online its December update on the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) Review & Consultation. The monthly updates help keep stakeholders apprised of Code Review & Consultation progress. The Review & Consultation is modeled on the extensive process that was used with stakeholders for the initial development of the Code and stresses practical and constructive solutions for enhancing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Applauds-Swift-Ratification-by-Governments-of-International-Convention-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:26 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) welcomed today the deposit at UNESCO of the 30th instrument of ratification of the International Convention against Doping in Sport (Convention) by the government of Luxembourg. Reaching the threshold of 30 ratifications, required by UNESCO procedures for this convention, means that the first global treaty against doping in sport will enter into force on... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Advances-Athletes-Passport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:11 AM WADA is pleased to announce its support of Athletes for Transparency (AFT), a pilot research study launched in France for the longitudinal follow-up of athlete biological parameters. The AFT project advances the concept of the Athlete's Passport which WADA has been developing since 2002 and whose objective would be to track biological data from athletes over a period of time in order to identif... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Code-Review-February-2007-Update/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:08 AM WADA has published online its February update on the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) Review & Consultation. The monthly updates help keep stakeholders apprised of Code Review & Consultation progress. The Review & Consultation is modeled on the extensive process that was used with stakeholders for the initial development of the Code and stresses practical and constructive solutions for enhancing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/First-Draft-Revision-of-Code-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:17 AM The first Draft Revision of the World Anti-Doping Code has now been posted online. This document is the result of direct feedback from and face-to-face meetings with stakeholders as part of the first of three consultation phases and is available in English. The Code review and consultation process will culminate at the Third World Conference on Doping in Sport taking place in Madrid, Spain, 15-... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Presentations-from-WADA-Media-Symposium-now-Online/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:14 AM WADA has now posted in the new Media Center of this Web site speeches and presentations from the Agency’s Media Symposium, held on January 24 at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland. WADA’s revised press kit can also be downloaded from the Media Center. To access this new section, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Comment-on-Draft-Revision-of-the-International-Standard-for-Laboratories/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:13 AM As part of the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) ongoing efforts to enhance worldwide anti-doping activities under the World Anti-Doping Code (Code), each of the International Standards undergo periodic revision for fine-tuning based on consultation with WADA’s stakeholders. The International Standard for Laboratories (ISL) revision process started in June 2005 with an initial revision complete... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Symposium-calls-for-increased-co-operation-in-fight-against-doping-in-sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:10 AM An international symposium of government, sport, anti-doping and law enforcement authorities, convened by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), has today called for the targeting of wide scale doping schemes involving the illegal manufacture and distribution of performance enhancing drugs, and urged increased cooperation among multiple government and law enforcement agencies around the globe to... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Medical-Information-to-Support-the-Decisions-of-Therapeutic-Use-Exemptions-Committees-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:19 AM WADA is pleased to provide to stakeholders Medical Information to Support the Decisions of Therapeutic Use Exemptions Committees (TUEC), now available in English. This document was drafted in order to guide and assist TUECs in decision making for TUE applications. It was finalized based on the consensus reached in the plenary session of the Workshop on Medical Aspects of TUEs co-organized by WA... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/QA-on-Strict-Liability-in-Anti-Doping-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:16 AM Following frequent requests for information, as well as misleading information in the public domain concerning the principle of strict liability in anti-doping, WADA has posted online Questions & Answers clarifying several key points. To read the Q&A, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Asthma-Medical-Information-to-Support-TUE-Decisions-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:03 AM WADA is pleased to provide medical information on asthma to support the decisions of Therapeutic Use Exemptions Committees (TUEC). This document, available in English, was drafted in order to guide and assist TUECs in their decision-making regarding TUE applications. It was finalized based on the consensus reached in the plenary session of the Workshop on Medical Aspects of TUEs co-organized by... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-and-Board-to-Discuss-Code-Review-Current-Anti-Doping-Issues-on-May-12-13/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:00 AM The WADA Executive Committee and Foundation Board will meet respectively on Saturday, May 12, and Sunday, May 13, 2007, in Montreal, Canada, for the first time this year. While WADA's Executive Committee will meet for a second time this year on September 22, 2007, this will be the last meeting of WADA's Foundation Board—WADA's supreme decision-making body—prior to the Third World Conference on... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Fifty-Countries-Have-Now-Ratified-UNESCO-Convention/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:08 AM Fifty countries have now ratified the International Convention against Doping in Sport, the international treaty formalizing their commitment to the fight against doping in sport which entered in force on February 1, 2007, under the aegis of UNESCO. Prior to this Convention, many governments could not be legally bound by a non-governmental document such as the World Anti-Doping Code (Code), the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Code-Review--Consultation-May-Update/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:05 AM WADA has published online its May update on the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) Review & Consultation. The monthly updates help keep stakeholders apprised of Code Review & Consultation progress. The Review & Consultation is modeled on the extensive process that was used with stakeholders for the initial development of the Code and stresses practical and constructive solutions for enhancing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Applauds-Actions-Targeting-the-Illegal-Manufacture-and-Distribution-of-Doping-Substances/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:36 AM New Era in Anti-Doping Must Involve Coordination with Law Enforcement The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) today commended recent action in the United States targeting a wide scale doping scheme involving the illegal manufacture and distribution of performance enhancing drugs, and urged increased cooperation among multiple government and law enforcement agencies around the globe to attack these... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Comment-on-Draft-Revision-of-the-International-Standard-for-Testing/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:33 AM WADA is pleased to provide the recently revised draft International Standard for Testing (IST) , re-drafted in response to feedback from the most recent consultation period in addition to related comment from the World Anti-Doping Code revision process. As a result of this feedback, this revised version of the standard now includes provisions for the management of whereabouts information and... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Call-for-proposals-for-scientific-research-grants-2007/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:42 AM WADA is committed to increasing the volume of research dedicated to developing new and improved detection methods for performance-enhancing substances and methods. Since 2001, WADA has committed more than US$31 million to scientific research. Scientists interested in applying to WADA’s scientific research program in 2007 are invited to submit their applications by May 20, 2007. For more... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Code-Review--Consultation-March-Update/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:39 AM WADA has published online its March update on the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) Review & Consultation. The monthly updates help keep stakeholders apprised of Code Review & Consultation progress. The Review & Consultation is modeled on the extensive process that was used with stakeholders for the initial development of the Code and stresses practical and constructive solutions for enhancing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Welcomes-IFs-to-Symposium/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:25 AM In welcoming remarks at an International Federation (IF) Symposium hosted by WADA today, WADA President Richard Pound thanked IFs for their contribution to progress in the fight against doping in sport and urged them to fulfill important responsibilities including running Code-compliant anti-doping programs, implementing in- and out-of-competition testing schemes based on no advance notice and... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-About-Allegations-at-FINA-World-Championships-in-Melbourne/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:22 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) today expressed its great concern and disappointment following a serious breach of confidentiality that occurred as part of the FINA World Championships in Melbourne, Australia. WADA is especially shocked that the name of an athlete was apparently given to the media while no adverse analytical finding has been determined at this point. Following its policy,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Operation-Puerto-WADA-Files-Request-to-Be-Accepted-as-Party-to-the-Case/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:31 AM On March 19, WADA filed a formal request to the judge to be accepted as a party to the Operation Puerto case—the Spanish authorities’ investigation into doping that followed seizure of prohibited substances and other material by the Spanish police last May. This criminal inquiry conducted in Spain is not focused on doping, but on endangering public health, and concerns members of the entourage ... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Play-True-Issue-Explores-New-Paradigm-in-Anti-Doping/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:41:28 AM A new issue of WADA’s flagship magazine Play True dedicated to the new evolution in the fight against doping is now available. This issue provides an in-depth look at new strategies used in the fight against doping to tackle large-scale trafficking and doping operations. Among items featured are highlights from a recent research study on the international trafficking of doping substances and a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Receives-National-Sports-Prize-in-Spain/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:40 AM WADA’s President Richard W. Pound will receive from His Majesty King Juan Carlos of Spain the "Princess Elena of Spain Prize" in a ceremony on September 12 at El Pardo Royal Palace in Madrid. This annual prize was awarded to WADA in 2005 by a jury of personalities selected by the Spanish Council for Sport for its action in favour of clean and fair sport. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IRB-Players-Campaign-for-Drug-Free-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:37 AM Players at the International Rugby Board (IRB) Women’s Rugby World Cup 2006 backed the IRB campaign for drug-free sport by participating in a Keep Rugby Clean Day last Friday in Edmonton, Canada. All teams, referees and tournament staff wore special t-shirts emblazoned with the “Keep Rugby Clean” message, in reference to the IRB anti-doping awareness campaign run in partnership with the World... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Welcomes-Unified-Tennis-Anti-Doping-Program/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:46 AM WADA welcomes the September 4 announcement by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) that it will assume full responsibility for the management, administration and enforcement of the anti-doping program at all women’s (WTA) Tour-sanctioned events beginning in January 2007. This agreement, following a similar arrangement with the men’s tennis Tour (ATP), means that the ITF assumes complete... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/QA-about-EPO-Detection/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:43 AM In response to inquiries about the detection method for erythropoietin (EPO), WADA has posted online a series of Questions and Answers clarifying a number of points. Click here for the Q&A. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-Approves-the-2007-Prohibited-List/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:28 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that its Executive Committee approved the List of Prohibited Substances and Methods for 2007. The 2007 List, like the 2006 List, is a consolidation list and includes only minor modifications. For example, the List was clarified to state that all stimulants are prohibited and to incorporate benzylpiperazine in the list of stimulant examples. Th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/UK-Sport-100-Me-Program-Reaches-Out-to-International-Rowers/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:24 AM UK Sport’s 100% ME Outreach Zone, which is modelled on WADA’s Athlete Outreach Program, recently hosted a successful outreach activity at the World Rowing Championships in Eton. At this major event the 100% ME program supported global efforts in education by providing access to information and resources, in over 14 different languages, to athletes from around the world. The program was set up i... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/German-Court-Rules-in-Favour-of-WADA/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:34 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) was pleased to receive news today that a German court has dismissed an action brought by track and field athlete Bernard Lagat against WADA and the IAAF. The athlete was unsuccessful therefore in seeking damages for 500,000 Euros and an injunction precluding WADA from using the EPO test. WADA has not yet received the full written reasoning of the regional... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/2007-Prohibited-List-Code-Review-among-Items-to-be-discussed-by-WADA-Executive-Committee/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:31 AM WADA’s Executive Committee will meet on Saturday September 16 in Montreal for the second time this year. At this meeting, Executive Committee members will approve the 2007 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods, which will be published by October 1, 2006, and will go into effect on January 1, 2007. The Executive Committee will also approve new scientific research projects to be funded by WAD... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-QAs-on-Blood-Doping-and-hGH/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:08 AM In response to frequent inquiries about detection methods for blood doping and human growth hormone (hGH), WADA has now posted online a series of Questions and Answers regarding these topics. Click here for the Q&A on Blood Doping. Click here for the Q&A on hGH. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Urges-Continued-Momentum-in-Fight-against-Doping-through-Intensified-Coordination-between-Sports-and-Governments/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:04 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) today urged the Sports Movement and Governments of the world to build on progress to date in the fight against doping in sport and to intensify their momentum through increased coordination activities, remarking that the recent rash of high-profile doping cases and investigations in various sports and countries underscores that fact that no sport, nor country... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Takes-Athlete-Outreach-Program-to-Central-American-and-Caribbean-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:15 AM The Central American and Caribbean Games (CAC), hosted this year by Cartagena (Colombia) on July 14-30, is the biggest multi-sport, multi-national event held once every four years in the region. With over 5,250 athletes from 32 countries, the event provided another ideal backdrop for WADA to reach out to the athletes and raise awareness about anti-doping issues. With a team of six—including Die... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/QAs-on-the-Code-Review--Consultation/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:11 AM WADA has posted online a series of Questions and Answers regarding the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) and the Review and Consultation process currently underway. The Code Review and Consultation, providing for the practical review and fine-tuning of the Code’s provisions, will help to enhance anti-doping programs and the global fight against doping in sport. Click here for the Q&A. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/The-IAAF-Launches-Athlete-Outreach-Based-on-WADAs-Outreach-Model/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:54 AM Held from 14 – 20 August 2006, the IAAF Junior World Championships in Beijing (China) showcased the ideal platform to speak to a future generation of champions about clean sport. Hundreds of athletes visited the IAAF Outreach Program to learn more about anti-doping, play the anti-doping quiz, and meet three-time Olympic Champion Marie Jose Pérec (FRA).  Based on the World Anti-Doping Agency’s... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-QA-on-WADAs-Role-in-Doping-Control-Results-Management/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:50 AM In response to frequent inquiries about WADA’s role in relation to the monitoring of anti-doping activities and to the management of doping control test results, WADA has posted online a series of Questions and Answers clarifying these points. Click here for the Q&A. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-Online-Survey-for-Code-Compliance-Reporting/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:44:01 AM Article 23.4.2 of the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) states that “to facilitate monitoring, each Signatory shall report to WADA on its compliance with the Code every second year and shall explain reasons for non-compliance.” To help Code signatories fulfill this mandatory requirement and report on the status of their compliance with the Code, WADA has posted the Code Compliance Assessment Survey... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/An-Open-Letter-to-Those-Promoting-Medical-Supervision-of-Doping/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:57 AM Following recent statements by doctors or other individuals who consider that doping is necessary or even healthy for athletes, WADA has now published an Open Letter from the Agency’s Medical Director, Dr Alain Garnier, refuting this stance. Click here for the Open Letter. Click here for Dr Garnier’s Biography. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Accredits-Laboratory-in-Salt-Lake-City/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:49 AM WADA has accredited a new laboratory in Salt Lake City, USA. The Sport Medicine Research and Testing Laboratory (SMRTL) has successfully completed the requirements of the WADA accreditation process monitored by the Agency’s Laboratory Committee and has subsequently been accredited by WADA’s Executive Committee. There are now 34 WADA-accredited laboratories in the world. Click here to see the li... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-European-Regional-Office-Finds-a-New-Home/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:46 AM WADA’s European Regional Office, based in Lausanne (Switzerland), is moving to a new location. Currently located in the center of Lausanne, the office will move on November 13 to the new House of International Sport, where several International Federations (IFs) have already taken up residence. Four WADA staff members work out of this office: Jean-Pierre Moser, director of the office as well as... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-Athlete-Outreach-Model-Profiled-as-a-Best-Practice-in-Drug-Prevention-Programs/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:55 AM WADA’s Athlete Outreach Model has been selected by the Mentor Foundation as a best practice in drug prevention programs. The Mentor Foundation is an international, non-governmental, not for profit organization focusing on the prevention of drug misuse and the promotion of the health and well-being of young people. Her Majesty the Queen of Sweden serves as its President. The Foundation focuses o... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/November-Update-on-Code-Review--Consultation/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:52 AM WADA has published online its November update on the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) Review & Consultation. The monthly updates help keep stakeholders apprised of Code Review & Consultation progress. The Review & Consultation is modeled on the extensive process that was used with stakeholders for the initial development of the Code and stresses practical and constructive solutions for enhancing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Clarifies-B-Sample-Procedure/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:35 AM Following misleading information in the public domain, it was clarified at the meetings of WADA’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board on November 19-20 that there is no consideration of abandoning the current doping control procedure which allows an athlete whose A-sample has revealed the presence of a prohibited substance or method to request the analysis of his or her B-sample. “The... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-in-Force-at-2006-Asian-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:32 AM WADA will be present through a number of programs at the 2006 Asian Games, to take place December 1-15 in Doha, Qatar. WADA’s Independent Observers will monitor doping control and results management, while an Athlete Outreach team will interact with athletes and inform them about anti-doping in the Athletes Village. A Media Information booth will also be on hand during the first days of the Gam... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-and-Board-to-Elect-Vice-President-Discuss-Code-Review-and-Current-Anti-Doping-Issues/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:43 AM The Executive Committee and Foundation Board of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) will meet respectively on Sunday, November 19, and Monday, November 20, 2006, in Montreal, Canada. WADA's Executive Committee and Foundation Board will discuss the working draft revision of the World Anti-Doping Code (Code)-the product of the first of three consultation phases with stakeholders. The draft will b... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Board-Elects-Jean-Francois-Lamour-as-2007-WADA-Vice-President/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:39 AM Agency Stresses the Need to Coordinate Sport and Government Collaboration to Enable Sport to Deal with Cheating on a Timely Basis The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) today unanimously elected Jean-François Lamour, French Minister of Youth, Sport and Voluntary Work, to serve as the Agency’s next vice president. Minister Lamour, whose one-year term begins in January 2007, will replace Brian... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Interpol-and-WADA-Team-Up-to-Fight-Cheats/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:15 AM Interpol, the world’s largest police organization, and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) have committed to work together to identify areas for collaboration in combating the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sport. The need for stronger and more unified action in tackling the problem of doping was underlined as a key point during the meeting between Interpol Secretary General Ronald K.... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Play-True-Issue-Provides-In-Depth-Look-at-World-Anti-Doping-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:11 AM WADA has published a new issue of Play True magazine on the World Anti-Doping Code. This issue provides an in-depth look at the Code, from its genesis to the principles it champions and the ongoing review and consultation process. Other features include profiles of anti-doping ambassador Rania Elwani and the World Association of Anti-Doping Scientists, as well as updates on WADA's activities.... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Brochure-about-WADAs-Mission-and-Core-Activities-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:21 AM WADA has published a new brochure summarizing the Agency’s mission and core activities. This brochure includes information translated into three languages under one cover: English, French, and Spanish. Click here to see the brochure. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-2007-Prohibited-List-Now-Published/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:18 AM Following its approval by WADA’s Executive Committee on September 16, the 2007 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods is now available. This List will go into effect January 1, 2007. To see the 2007 List, the 2007 Monitoring Program and a summary of modifications, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-and-FISU-Intensify-Cooperation-Make-Plans-for-Athlete-Outreach/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:02 AM Jean-Pierre Moser, Director of WADA’s European Regional Office, visited a few days ago the headquarters of the International University Sports Federation (FISU) in Brussels, Belgium, to meet with FISU Director General Eric Saintrond and discuss intensified cooperation. Among other items, the two discussed the presence of WADA’s Athlete Outreach Program at the 2007 Summer Universiade in Bangkok,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Director-General-David-Howman-Receives-Sport-and-Law-Award/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:42:58 AM WADA’s Director General, New Zealand lawyer David Howman, has received the Award for Service to Sport and Law from the Australia-New Zealand Sports Law Association. It is the second time the award, which recognises David Howman’s work as a lawyer and administrator in sport, has been given in the association’s 16-year history. The first recipient was Australian Bob Ellicott, a former Attorney... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Update-on-World-Anti-Doping-Code-Review-and-Consultation/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:08 AM Beginning this month, WADA will publish a monthly update to keep stakeholders apprised of progress in the Review & Consultation of the World Anti-Doping Code. The Review & Consultation is modeled on the extensive process that was used with stakeholders for the initial development of the Code and stresses practical and constructive solutions for enhancing anti-doping programs worldwide. The firs... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Receives-Honorary-Doctoral-Degree-Delivers-Speech-at-Beijing-Sports-University/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:43:05 AM WADA President Richard W. Pound received an honorary doctoral degree and delivered an address to the faculty and students of the Beijing Sports University on October 9. Mr Pound is currently in China to meet with Chinese government and sports authorities and discuss anti-doping. Click here to read WADA President’s speech. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Tender-for-an-Enterprise-Content-Management-System-at-WADA/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:12 AM WADA is considering implementing a Content Management System at its Head Office in Montreal and Regional Offices around the globe. WADA is inviting proposals as of the enclosed Request For Tender ; deadline October 21, 2005. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-at-Latin-American-and-Caribbean-Summit/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:54:38 AM Sports ministers from 24  countries in Latin America and the Caribbean gathered in Venezuela last week for the Fourth Summit of the American Council of Sports. WADA Director General David Howman made a presentation to the ministers regarding WADA's activities and answered questions. There was also discussion on the payment of WADA dues by the region. Representatives from the following countries... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IOC-publishes-Anti-Doping-Rules-for-Athens-20041/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:54:33 AM The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has published the Anti-Doping rules applicable to the Olympic Games in Athens. To read the rules click here   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Symposium-on-nutritional-supplements-issues-recommendations1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:54:49 AM Montreal, 1 June, 2004 – Leading experts from around the world met on May 30 – 31 in Montreal, Canada, to deal with the consequences of the use and misuse of nutritional supplements by athletes. During this two day-symposium organized jointly by the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES), the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC), Sport Canada and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), participant... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/US-and-Canada-agree-to-new-payment-formula1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:54:44 AM The following is a press release issued today by the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy: U.S. Increases Support for World Anti-Doping Agency by Agreeing to New Payment Formula (Washington, D.C.)—Today, John Walters, Director of National Drug Control Policy, announced that the government of the United States has agreed to a formula to pay annual dues owed the World Anti-Doping... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-issue-of-Athletes-Passport-newsletter-available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:54:18 AM The new issue of “Athlete’s Passport” is now available. This issue focuses on the new 2004 “Athlete Guide” and WADA’s role in pre-Games testing and testing at the Athens Games. To read “Athlete’s Passport”, click here   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Athens-2004-section-on-WADAs-website1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:54:13 AM A section dedicated to the Athens 2004 Olympic and Paralympic Games is now available on our website. By clicking on the black menu on the left, users can get information about WADA’s programs in Athens this summer, testing, members of the Independent Observer and Athlete Outreach teams, and the World Anti-Doping Code. The International Olympic Committee anti-doping rules and other information a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-board-presented-with-increase-in-2005-income-budget1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:54:28 AM Board, Executive Committees Updated on Code Compliance, Funding New Laboratory in UK Accredited Montreal, June 21, 2004 – The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) today announced that its Foundation Board is considering an increase in the Agency’s income budget for 2005. The Board, meeting for the first time this year, will look at increasing WADA’s budget to approximately USD $21.7 million, the fir... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Model-Rules-for-NADOs-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:54:23 AM WADA and IADA (International Anti-Doping Arrangement) have created Model Rules for National Anti-Doping Organizations (NADOs). These model rules, which are the second set developed after Model Rules for International Federations, are aimed to help and assist NADOs in implementing the World Anti-Doping Code. To read the Model Rules for NADOs, click here     http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Athletes-Guide-available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:55:21 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency published this week the second edition of the Athlete’s Guide. This booklet, updated with more detailed information, gives athletes an overview of the World Anti-Doping Code and what their responsibilities are under the document in regard to doping control. To access a copy of the Athlete’s Guide, click here .   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Models-of-Best-Practice-and-Guidelines-are-now-published-for-comments/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:55:16 AM To provide assistance with the implementation of the World ANti-Doping Code, some Models of Best Practice and Guidelines are now published for comments.  Those wishing to send comments on these documents should do so before May 25. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-suspends-Seoul-lab-from-steroid-analysis1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:55:32 AM Montreal, April 22, 2004 – The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that it has suspended the accredited laboratory in Seoul, South Korea, from carrying out steroid analysis for six months. The suspension is in effect as of April 21. During this period of suspension, the Seoul laboratory will not be allowed to test for steroids, but may continue to test for other substances. The... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Wada-Director-General-meets-with-Iranian-Vice-President1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:55:26 AM H. E. Mr. Mohsen Mehralizadeh, Vice President of the Islamic Republic of Iran and President of the Physical Education Organization of the I.R.I., greets WADA Director General David Howman during the opening ceremonies of the WADA regional office in Tokyo, Japan. Looking on is Mr Yoshiaki Harada, Senior Vice Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, Japan. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/FIFA-accepts-World-Anti-Doping-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:54:59 AM FIFA Congress today accepted the World Anti-Doping Code at its Centennial meeting in Paris. Following the address of WADA's President Richard Pound to the Congress, FIFA President Joseph Blatter, IOC President Jacques Rogge and Pound also pledged further and more extensive cooperation between the three organizations in the fight against doping and confirmed this by signing a Declaration. To rea... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Request-for-Proposals--Anti-Doping-Administration--Management-System1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:54:54 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (“WADA”) is considering awarding a contract to qualified vendor(s) for the development of a new Anti-Doping Administration and Management System (ADAMS). Potential vendors are invited to submit a proposal in accordance with this Request for Proposal (“RFP”).  Please be advised that the information contained herein is confidential and proprietary to WADA. To help WAD... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Speech-of-UNESCO-DG-to-intergovernmental-meeting-on-anti-doping-convention1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:55:10 AM Speech of UNESCO Director General, Mr Koïchiro Matsuura, to intergovernmental meeting on anti-doping convention, delivered May 10th. To read the speech click here   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-on-Kelli-White-Case1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:55:05 AM WADA is pleased with the manner in which the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency has handled the case of sprinter Kelli White. White accepted a two-year suspension for violation of IAAF anti-doping rules, which came to light through documents obtained as part of the BALCO investigation. Her case reinforces the fact that those who choose to cheat will be caught, not only through doping tests, but through an... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/UCI-Adopts-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:53:17 AM Following its second meeting day in Salzburg (AUT), the International Cycling Union’s Management Committee has adopted its new anti-doping rules, taking into account the World Anti-doping Code as well as general principles of law. These new rules will come into force August 13. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-signs-agreement-for-development-of-Clearinghouse-computer-system1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:53:12 AM ADAMS System to Facilitate Worldwide Testing Coordination Montreal, July 26, 2004- The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that it has signed an agreement with eSys Medical of Montreal to develop the Anti-Doping Administration and Management System (ADAMS). ADAMS will be a web-based system consisting of three main modules: whereabouts management, clearinghouse functionality, and a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/All-NOCs-have-signed-the-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:53:27 AM With the announcement of Bulgaria’s signing, all 202 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) have now formally accepted the World Anti-Doping Code. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-2003-Annual-Report-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:53:22 AM The 2003 WADA Annual Report is now available. The report focuses on the acceptance and consequences of the World Anti-Doping Code. It also contains details on WADA’s activities last year in all priority areas, such as research and testing, as well as the year’s financial reports. To see an electronic version of the report, click here .     http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Call-for-Proposals-IT-Services1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:52:58 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency is considering awarding a contract to qualified vendor(s) for the outsourcing of a new web-based Anti-Doping Administration and Management System and WADA Administrative IT Services. Potential vendors are invited to submit a proposal in accordance with this Request for Proposal.   To download the cover letter click here To download the request for proposals click he... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Play-True-Now-Available1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:52:53 AM The latest issue of Play True magazine, focused on the Olympic Games in Athens, is now available.   To see the issue, click here . Esta publicación está disponible en español   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/QA-about-the-Code-and-dietary-supplements-now-available-in-several-languages1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:53:07 AM WADA has published a Q&A booklet regarding the World Anti-Doping Code in 10 languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. A Q&A leaflet on dietary supplements is also available in English, French and Spanish. These documents can be viewed and downloaded in the “Athens 2004” section of this website. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Call-for-Proposals-Web-Site1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:53:02 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency is considering awarding a contract to qualified vendor(s) for the development of a new web-site and Content Management System similar to its current web-site. Click here to read the request for proposals document. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-To-Publish-ATP-Report1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:53:57 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency will publish on July 16 its independent report on the seven cases of tennis players who tested positive for the prohibited substance nandrolone between August 2002 and May 2003. The report will be published on WADA’s website on July 16 at 8 a.m., Montreal time . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Reports-on-Code-Implementation-and-Government-Funding/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:53:52 AM On July 9th, WADA sent reports to its Board members and to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on the status of the implementation of the World Anti-Doping Code by sports organizations of the Olympic Movement, on the signing of the Copenhagen Declaration by governments and on the status of funding of the Agency by world governments.   To see the report on the implementation of the Code by... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Report-on-Code-Implementation1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:54:08 AM On July 9th, WADA sent a report to its Board members and to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on the status of the implementation of the World Anti-Doping Code by sports organizations of the Olympic Movement. To see the report on the implementation of the Code by International Federations, click here   To see the report on the acceptance of the Code by National Olympic and Paralympic... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-at-launch-of-UK-Sport-Start-Clean-Program1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:54:03 AM WADA Director of Education Casey Wade (in the picture between Tessa Jowell, Secretary of State for Culture, Media & Sport, on the left, and Allison Connell from UK Sport) participated in the launch of UK Sport “Start Clean” Program in London, July 11 and 12. “Start Clean” is the first national athlete outreach program run in association with WADA. The program also includes a website (... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-at-launch-of-UK-Sport-Start-Clean-Program/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:53:37 AM WADA Director of Education Casey Wade (in the picture between Tessa Jowell, Secretary of State for Culture, Media & Sport, on the left, and Allison Connell from UK Sport) participated in the launch of UK Sport “Start Clean” Program in London, July 11 and 12. “Start Clean” is the first national athlete outreach program run in association with WADA. The program also includes a website (... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/First-Asian-DCO-Course--Premier-cours-asiatique-pour-ACD/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:53:32 AM First Asian DCO Course and Anti-Doping Symposium The National Anti-Doping Organization of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in cooperation with WADA, organizes the first Asian Doping Control Officers (DCO) Course and Anti-Doping Symposium, October 7 - 9, 2004, in Tehran, Iran. To view the program and details, click here To view the registration form, click here   Premier cours asiatique pour ACD et... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-Report-on-Seven-Nandrolone-Cases-in-Tennis-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:53:47 AM WADA has published its independent report on the seven cases of tennis players who tested positive for the prohibited substance nandrolone between August 2002 and May 2003.   To read the report, click here . Attachment A Attachment B Attachment C Attachment D Attachment E To read the comments of the ATP about the report, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Report-on-Code-Implementation/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:53:43 AM On July 9th, WADA sent a report to its Board members and to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on the status of the implementation of the World Anti-Doping Code by sports organizations of the Olympic Movement. To see the report on the implementation of the Code by International Federations, click here   To see the report on the acceptance of the Code by National Olympic and Paralympic... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Joint-FIFAWADA-statement-FIFA-and-WADA-set-roadmap-to-formal-accord1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:57:25 AM FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter and Chairman Dick Pound of the World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) met in Zurich today and agreed to a collaborative effort between the two organisations, thus setting the roadmap for the finalisation of a formal agreement on doping matters.     In the highly productive consultative meeting, the two executives reached an accord on several key issues, including the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Remarks-by-WADA-President-Richard-W-Pound-at-AAAS-annual-meeting/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:57:20 AM The following are remarks made by Richard W. Pound at the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science in Seattle on February 16.  To begin, I want to thank the AAAS for putting this Symposium together and for giving an admitted non-scientist the chance to participate in the consideration of a series of important policy issues.  It is a great pleasure for me to be... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Play-True-Magazine-and-Athletes-Passport-Newsletter1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:57:36 AM The latest editions of WADA’s Play True magazine and Athlete’s Passport newsletter are now available.   To view a PDF file of the latest edition of Play True, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Lauches-website-redesign1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:57:31 AM WADA is pleased to announce that it is today launching a redesign of its website. The new site is meant to be more user friendly and presents information in a more accessible manner. We thank all the visitors to our site that have given us valuable feedback over the last year and we look forward to receiving your comments on the redesign. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/100-Additional-NOCs-Sign-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:57:05 AM One hundred additional National Olympic Committees (NOCs) recently accepted the World Anti-Doping Code in Athens, during the General Assembly of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC). This brings to 173 the number of NOCs out of 202 that have now formally accepted the Code. A delegation from WADA was on hand during the ANOC General Assembly to present the Code and to discuss its... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/US-Ambassador-Visits-WADA/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:57:00 AM The United States Ambassador to Canada, Paul Cellucci, visited WADA headquarters on February 27. The Ambassador met with WADA President Richard W. Pound and Director General David Howman. Cooperation between the U.S. Government and WADA  in the fight against doping was the main topic of conversation during the meeting. Pound and Howman praised the U.S. for recent actions taken to show leadershi... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/QAs-regarding-Indictments-linked-to-BALCO1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:57:15 AM WADA has published a document answering some frequently asked questions about the recent events in the United States and giving the Agency’s official position. What is WADA’s reaction to the indictments against four individuals in the United States? These indictments are a significant step forward in the fight against doping in sport. The fact that the U.S. Attorney General has announced them,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Statement-regarding-Dwain-Chambers-sanction/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:57:10 AM Statement from Richard W. Pound, WADA’s President, regarding the announcement by UK Athletics of Dwain Chambers’ sanction: We are pleased that the process has produced this result of a two-year ban, which is in compliance with the World Anti-Doping Code for a first offense for the use of steroids. This is a particularly important decision because a disciplinary committee has now confirmed that... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Therapeutic-Use-Exemptions-Standard-Approved/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:58:08 AM The Therapeutic Use Exemption Standard has been approved by the WADA Executive Committee.  The Standard, application, and approval forms can be found below.   TUE Standard Standard Application template Simplified TUE application template Approval template   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Frequently-Asked-Questions-about-THG1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:58:03 AM For answers to some frequently asked questions about THG, click here .   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Latest-Edition-of-Play-True-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:58:19 AM The latest edition of WADA's Play true magazine is now available.   To view a PDF file of the latest edition, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/The-2004-Prohibited-List-Published1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:58:13 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) published today the 2004 Prohibited List approved by the Agency’s Executive Committee. This List shall come into effect on January 1st, 2004. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Addendum-to-the-2004-Prohibited-List/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:57:47 AM The 2004 Prohibited List has been slightly revised. To view the updated documents, click here http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/2004-IPC-Alpine-Skiing-World-Championships1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:57:42 AM            The IPC and WADA Join forces Wildschönau, Austria offered the perfect backdrop to the 2004 International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Skiing World Championships.  Athletes from 28 nations participated in this important event which showcased the world’s top talent in the lead-up to the 2006 Paralympic Winter Games in Turin, Italy. WADA’s Athlete Outreach Program had an important presenc... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IO-Report-on-Tour-de-France-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:57:58 AM The Independant Observer's report on the Tour de France is currently available.  In addition, the comments of the International Cycling Union (UCI) are also available.   To read the report of the Independent Observers on the Tour de France 2003, click here . To read the UCI annotated version of the report, click here (in French). http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/The-List-of-Prohibited-Substances-includes-Tetrahydrogestrinone1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:57:53 AM The International Olympic Committee and the World Anti-Doping Agency would like to advise all stakeholders that Tetrahydrogestrinone (THG) is a steroid contained in the present and next year’s List of Prohibited Substances. Gestrinone is namely included on the List of Prohibited Substances and THG, which has a similar chemical structure, therefore must be considered as an analogue and as a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-issue-of-Play-True-magazine-now-available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:56:03 AM The new issue of Play True is now available. This edition focuses on WADA’s regional offices and the increased efforts of governments to bring the anti-doping message to the global stage. To view a PDF file of the latest edition of Play True, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Summary-of-Asian-Region-Meeting/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:55:58 AM Click here to download the Chair's summary of the Asian Region Intergovernmental Meeting on Anti-Doping.   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/The-French-Community-of-Belgium-signs-Copenhagen-Declaration1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:56:13 AM The Québec representative of the French Community of Belgium, Pierre Ansay, visited the offices of WADA Friday April 16th.  During his visit, he presented to WADA’s Director General, David Howman, a signed copy of the Copenhagen Declaration.  To date, 105 governments have signed the Copenhagen Declaration. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/International-Squash-Organizations-Unite-Behind-Anti-Doping-Code1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:56:08 AM The three international organizations of Squash, the World Squash Federation (WSF), the Professional Squash Association (PSA) and the Women's International Squash Players' Association (WISPA) signed an agreement to implement a joint World Squash Anti-Doping Code on April 14th 2004. The agreement was signed at a Press Conference at the headquarters of UK Sport in London, hosted jointly by WSF... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Inaugurates-Tokyo-Bureau/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:55:42 AM WADA’s regional bureau was officially inaugurated April 22 in Tokyo by Yoshiaki Harada, vice minister of education, culture, sports, science and technology of Japan. Present at the inauguration were a number of political and sport personalities from the Asiatic region, as well as WADA Director General David Howman. The Tokyo bureau opened last November and serves as WADA’s liaison to the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/All-NOCs-from-The-Americas-Sign-Code1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:55:37 AM Rune Andersen, WADA’s Director of Standards & Harmonization, made a presentation on the World Anti-Doping Code implementation at the Panamerican Sports Organization (PASO) General Assembly, which took place April 21-23 in San Antonio (USA). On this occasion, the remaining National Olympic Committes (NOCs) from the Americas who had not signed the Code did so. As of April 27, 185 out of the 202... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/All-NOCs-from-The-Americas-Sign-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:55:53 AM Rune Andersen, WADA’s Director of Standards & Harmonization, made a presentation on the World Anti-Doping Code implementation at the Panamerican Sports Organization (PASO) General Assembly, which took place April 21-23 in San Antonio (USA). On this occasion, the remaining National Olympic Committes (NOCs) from the Americas who had not signed the Code did so. As of April 27, 185 out of the 202... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/115-National-Paralympic-Committees-Sign-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:55:48 AM During a two-day meeting held April 25 and 26 in Arnheim, Netherlands, the Executive Committee of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) was informed that 115 National Paralympic Committees (NPCs) out of 160, all sports and all International Organizations of Sport for the Disabled (IOSDs) have signed the World Anti-Doping Code. Any NPC which has not signed the Code will not be allowed to... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/The-WADA-Independent-Observers-Report-on-the-FIFA-World-Youth-Championships-is-Now-Available1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:56:45 AM Click here to download the report.   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-Regarding-Rusedski-Decision1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:56:40 AM The decision to exonerate Greg Rusedski is clearly based on the exoneration of seven ATP players last year who tested positive for nandrolone. The Tribunal related the Rusedski case to the seven previous ones and seems to have accepted the premise that the positive test was also a result of contaminated electrolytes given to the players by ATP trainers. This decision only exacerbates WADA’s... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Response-from-Richard-W-Pound-to-Lance-Armstrongs-Open-Letter1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:56:54 AM Dear Mr. Armstrong: I write in response to the open letter that you sent to this publication as well as several others. First, let me say how pleased I am to hear the commitment that the winner of the last five Tours de France has made to the fight against doping in sport. I’m also happy to see that you acknowledge that cycling “had its problems.” While it’s tempting to believe that cycling has... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-statement-regarding-recent-rowing-case/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:56:49 AM WADA has now received a response from the International Rowing Federation (FISA) regarding the case of three Austrian rowers who received six-month suspensions after testing positive for the steroid nandrolone last year. The president of FISA has declared, publicly and to WADA that “this offense took place in 2003 and these rowers are subject to rules in place at the time of the offense, which... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Director-General-Presents-at-UNESCO/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:56:24 AM   WADA Director General David Howman made a presentation April 1 in Paris to 83 permanent representatives to UNESCO, the United Nations body for education, science and culture. Howman’s presentation focused on the history of doping and WADA, and the Agency’s activities. Following the presentation, the representatives had an opportunity to ask questions regarding acceptance and implementation of... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Trinidad-becomes-100th-Nation-to-sign-Copenhagen-Declaration1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:56:19 AM The Hon. Roger Boynes, Minister of Sport and Youth Affairs in Trinidad and Tobago, recently signed the Copenhagen Declaration, signaling his government’s pledge to doping-free sport. The signing was witnessed by WADA Director General David Howman, Mrs. Lynette Glasgow of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Mr. Earl Nesbitt Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Sport and Youth Affairs for Trinidad... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/QAs-Regarding-the-World-Anti-Doping-Code1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:56:35 AM WADA has published a document answering some frequently asked questions regarding the World Anti-Doping Code. To read this document, click here .   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Call-for-proposals-for-Research-Grants-20041/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:56:30 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency encourages and funds research projects related to anti-doping. For 2004, scientists interested are invited to submit their applications by May 21st, 2004. Information for 2004 application,  click here   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-2004-Annual-Report-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:42 AM WADA has now published its 2004 Annual Report. To read WADA’s 2004 Annual Report, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Call-for-Tender---Proficiency-Testing-Program-for-WADA-Accredited-Anti-Doping-Laboratories/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:38 AM This is an open call to all interested eligible entities to submit a tender proposal to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). This call for Tender is to provide a proficiency testing (PT) scheme to the WADA-accredited anti-doping laboratories.  The purpose of the WADA Proficiency Testing scheme is to ensure ongoing monitoring of the laboratory performance and their compliance with the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Requests-Expressions-of-Interest-for-Host-City-2007-World-Conference-on-Doping1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:50 AM On May 15, 2005, WADA’s Executive Committee approved the publication of a Request for Expressions of Interest to host a third World Conference on Doping in Sport in 2007. Members unanimously supported holding a World Conference in 2007, recognizing it as an important opportunity to assess the status of the fight against doping following the implementation of the World Anti-Doping Code and the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Clarification-about-Nandrolone-Testing1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:46 AM May 30, 2005 - Following inquiries about nandrolone testing and the recent “unstable urine” phenomenon, WADA clarifies the following. Nandrolone is an anabolic steroid on the WADA List of Prohibited Substances. Mass spectrometry testing for nandrolone is accurate and reliable, and has been part of the routine anti-doping menu for many years. The science of anti-doping continues to evolve daily,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Leaflet-about-Doping-Control-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:26 AM WADA, in cooperation with the Swiss Federal Office of Sport, has published a leaflet about doping control procedures. This leaflet is available in five languages: English, French, Arabic, German, and Spanish. A video about urine sample collection procedures will be finalized soon. ARABIC ENGLISH FRENCH GERMAN SPANISH http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Play-True-Issue-on-ADAMS-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:22 AM WADA has published a new issue of Play True Magazine. This issue focuses on the new Anti-Doping Administration & Management System (ADAMS) and on WADA’s new Athlete Committee. To download Play True magazine, click here . Esta publicación está disponible en español .   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Applications-for-Social-Science-Research-Grant-Program1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:34 AM For the second year, WADA invites applications for its Social Science Research Grant Program. This Program encourages research in the social sciences to obtain information which will enable more efficient doping prevention strategies. All proposals submitted must be related to one or more of the stated program priorities, assigned on an annual basis to certain topics, research subjects and... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IOC-President-Supports-WADA1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:30 AM In his opening speech at the 117th session of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in Singapore on July 5th, the President of the IOC Jacques Rogge reiterated the importance of the fight against doping and the IOC support of WADA. For the IOC President’s speech (in English and French), click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Recording-of-WADAs-Press-Conference-Now-Online/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:15 AM A recording of the press conference following WADA’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board meetings on May 16 is now available. To listen to the recording, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Recording-of-Richard-Pounds-Press-Conference-Now-Online/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:11 AM A recording of the teleconference held by WADA’s President Richard W. Pound on May 12 is now available. To listen to the recording, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Recording-of-Richard-Pounds-Press-Conference-Now-Online1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:24 AM A recording of the teleconference held by WADA’s President Richard W. Pound on May 12 is now available. To listen to the recording, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Publishes-Report-of-2004-Adverse-Analytical-Findings1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:20 AM WADA has published an overview of the results reported by its accredited laboratories in 2004. The statistics include all analyses conducted by all 32 WADA-accredited laboratories for in- and out-of-competition testing in the year 2004. Nearly 20,000 more samples were analysed in 2004 than in 2003; and there was an increase in the number of Adverse Analytical Findings—from 2,447 (2003) to 2,909... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/La-AMA-selecciona-a-Montevideo-Uruguay-como-sede-de-la-Oficina-regional-para-Latinoamerica/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:58 AM La AMA selecciona a Montevideo, Uruguay, como sede de la Oficina regional para Latinoamérica La FIFA debe actualizar sus reglas disciplinarias según el Código Tercera Conferencia Mundial sobre el Dopaje anunciada para 2007 En el año 2005 las pruebas fuera de la competitición se incrementarán en un 30% Montreal, 16 de mayo de 2005 – La Agencia Mundial Antidopaje AMA (WADA, en inglés) anunció hoy... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Clarification-about-FIFA-and-the-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:54 AM What are Code “Acceptance,” “Implementation,” and “Compliance”? Once a sports organization accepts the World Anti-Doping Code, it then needs to implement the Code. Code acceptance means that a sports organization agrees to the principles of the Code and agrees to implement and comply with the Code. Code implementation means that a sports organization amends its rules and policies to include the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Publishes-Report-of-2004-Adverse-Analytical-Findings/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:07 AM WADA has published an overview of the results reported by its accredited laboratories in 2004. The statistics include all analyses conducted by all 32 WADA-accredited laboratories for in- and out-of-competition testing in the year 2004. Nearly 20,000 more samples were analysed in 2004 than in 2003; and there was an increase in the number of Adverse Analytical Findings—from 2,447 (2003) to 2,909... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Selects-Montevideo-Uruguay-as-Host-of-Latin-American-Regional-Office/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:03 AM FIFA Must Update Disciplinary Rules According to Code Third World Conference in Anti-Doping Announced for 2007 2005 Out-of-Competition Testing to Increase by 30 Percent Montreal, May 16, 2005 – The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that it will open a Latin American regional office in Montevideo, Uruguay. This decision was made by WADA’s Executive Committee during a two-day meetin... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-2006-Prohibited-List-Now-Published/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:36 AM Following its approval by WADA’s Executive Committee on September 20, the 2006 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods is now available. This List will go into effect January 1, 2006. To see the 2006 List, the 2006 Monitoring Program and a summary of major modifications, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Clarification-about-the-EPO-Detection-Method/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:32 AM Clarification about the EPO Detection Method Following misleading information in the public domain concerning the detection method for EPO and recent cases, WADA wishes to clarify several points. Click here to read more. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-Approves-the-2006-Prohibited-List/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:44 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that its Executive Committee approved the Prohibited List of Substances and Methods for 2006. The new List will be published prior to October 1, 2005, and will go into effect January 1, 2006. Click here  to read more. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Bolivia-signs-Copenhagen-Declaration-180-Countries-Have-Now-Signed/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:39 AM The ambassador of Bolivia in Canada, Mr Carlos Antonio Carrasco (left, accompanied by WADA Director General David Howman), signed the Copenhagen Declaration on September 16 during a visit to WADA’s headquarters in Montreal. With Honduras this week, 180 countries have now signed the Copenhagen Declaration, the political document that indicates their commitment to WADA and its mission.   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/International-Convention-Considered-by-UNESCO-General-Conference/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:20 AM The 33rd General Conference of UNESCO - the United Nations body responsible for education, science and culture - will consider the adoption of the first International Convention against Doping in Sport at its current session in Paris. The Education Commission II delegates will discuss and consider the final draft Convention on October 6. The Convention then will be submitted to the full plenary... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Overwhelming-Support-for-UNESCO-International-Convention/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:16 AM The Education Commission II of UNESCO – the United Nations body responsible for education, science and culture – expressed its overwhelming support for the first International Convention against Doping in Sport at its meeting today in Paris. Delegates recommended the adoption of the Convention to the plenary session of UNESCO’s 33rd General Conference, which will meet October 19 in Paris. WADA... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Deadline-Reminder---WADA-Requests-Expressions-of-Interest-for-Host-City-2007-World-Conference-by-14-October-2005/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:28 AM As approved by WADA’s Executive Committee on May 15, WADA will organize a third World Conference on Doping in Sport in 2007. Cities/countries interested in hosting this Conference are kindly asked to submit a formal expression of interest by October 14, 2005.  Click here to read more. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Requests-Expressions-of-Interest-for-Host-City-2007-World-Conference/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:24 AM On May 15, 2005, WADA’s Executive Committee approved the publication of a Request for Expressions of Interest to host a third World Conference on Doping in Sport in 2007. Members unanimously supported holding a World Conference in 2007, recognizing it as an important opportunity to assess the status of the fight against doping following the implementation of the World Anti-Doping Code and the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-Meeting-September-20-Teleconference-with-Richard-Pound-for-Journalists-on-br-September-15/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:10 AM The Executive Committee of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) will meet on Tuesday 20, 2005, in Montreal for the second time this year. At the meeting, Executive Committee members will approve the 2006 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods, which will be published by October 1, 2005, and will go into effect on January 1, 2006. For more information, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-New-Web-Site/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:06 AM WADA is pleased to announce the upgrade of its Internet Web site . The new site represents a vital component of WADA’s efforts in the fight against doping in sport. The redesigned site provides instant and user-friendly access to key information, including the World Anti-Doping Code, the Prohibited List, operational materials for anti-doping organizations, educational materials for athletes, an... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-AMA-Anuncia-Director-de-la-Oficina-Regional-para-Latinoamerica/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:18 AM La agencia Mundial Antidopaje (WADA-AMA) se complace en anunciar el nombramiento de Diego Torres Villegas como Director de la Oficina Regional de la WADA-AMA para Latinoamérica. El Sr. Villegas se une a la WADA-AMA tras servir un número de años con el Instituto Colombiano del Deporte – COLDEPORTES como director de la oficina de relaciones internacionales. Arquitecto licenciado, el Sr. Villegas... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Appoints-Head-of-Latin-American-Office/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:13 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Diego Torres Villegas as Director of WADA’s Latin America Regional Office. Mr. Villegas joins WADA after serving a number of years with the Colombian Institute of Sports (Coldeportes) as manager of its International Affairs office. A licensed architect, Mr. Villegas is fluent in several languages including Spanish and... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Reminder--Press-Conference-Following-WADA-Executive-Committee-Meeting-September-20/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:52 AM Montreal , September 19, 2005 – The Executive Committee of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) will meet on Tuesday 20, 2005, in Montreal for the second time this year. At the meeting, Executive Committee members will approve the 2006 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods, which will be published by October 1, 2005, and will go into effect on January 1, 2006. The Executive Committee will al... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Recording-of-Press-Conference-Following-WADA-Executive-Committee-Meeting-Now-Online/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:48 AM A recording of the press conference given by WADA’s President Richard W. Pound following WADA Executive Committee meeting on September 20 is now available. To listen to the recording, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Recording-of-Richard-W-Pounds-Press-Conference-Now-Online/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:49:01 AM A recording of the press conference given by WADA’s President on September 15 is now available. To listen to the recording, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Tender-for-a-system-to-monitor-the-World-Anti-Doping-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:48:56 AM WADA is creating a system to monitor signatory’s compliance with the Code. The system will be web accessible and based on self assessment from the stakeholders. WADA is inviting proposals as of the enclosed Request For Tender ; deadline September 30. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-BOARD-APPROVES-147-MILLION-BUDGET-INCREASE1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:52:02 AM Montreal, November 21, 2004 - The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that its Foundation Board has approved a U.S. $1.47 million increase in the expenditure budget for 2005.  This is the first such increase in two years and raises WADA's overall budget to $21,705,000.  WADA is jointly financed by the Olympic Movement and world governments. In making this decision, the Board... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Sanctions-Under-the-World-Anti-Doping-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:51:57 AM David Howman, director general of the World Anti-Doping Agency, presented a paper to the Australian and New Zealand Sports Law Conference in Canberra on November 14th explaining the sanctions process under the code.   Download the paper Download the flowcharts Download excerpts from the World Anti-Doping Code included with the paper as an appendix Download the complete World Anti-Doping Code   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/All-Recognized-Federations-Have-Now-Accepted-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:52:11 AM The International Golf Federation (IGF) has signed the World Anti-Doping Code.  All 29 International Federations recognized by the International Olympic Committee have now formally accepted the Code.   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IO-Report-on-Olympic-Games-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:52:06 AM The Independent Observer Report from the Olympic Games in Athens is now available. To see the full text of the report, click here .   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/QA-on-the-2005-List-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:51:44 AM WADA has now published a Q&A on changes appearing on the 2005 Prohibited List that will come into effect on January 1, 2005. To view the document, click here .   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Athletes-Passport-Newsletter1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:51:39 AM New Athlete’s Passport Newsletter The latest issue of the Athlete’s Passport newsletter is now available. This issue focuses on WADA’s new Athlete Working Committee and on the changes on the 2005 Prohibited List that will come into effect on January 1st, 2005. To download Athlete’s Passport, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IO-Report-on-Paralympic-Games-Now-Available1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:51:53 AM The Independent Observer Report from the Paralympic Games in Athens is now available. To see the full text of the report, click here .   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-President-Speaks-at-Ministers-Meeting/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:51:48 AM The speech given by WADA’s President, Richard W. Pound, at the fourth international conference of ministers and senior officials responsible for physical education and sport (MINEPS IV) on December 6 in Athens is now available. To see the document, click here .   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/QA-about-the-Code-dietary-supplements-and-TUEs-now-available-in-several-languages1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:52:38 AM WADA has now published a Q&A booklet regarding the World Anti-Doping Code in 10 languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. A Q&A leaflet on dietary supplements is available in English, French, German, Portuguese and Spanish. WADA has also published a booklet on Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUEs) in 4 languages: English, French, Spanish a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Request-for-expressions-of-interest-for-an-Americas-regional-office/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:52:34 AM Following a decision of its Executive Committee, the World Anti-Doping Agency is exploring the possibility of establishing an Americas regional office located in Latin America. WADA is now seeking expressions of interest from countries in the region to host such an office. To read the description and requirements, click here Este documento está disponible en español http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Begins-Activities-at-Paralympic-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:52:48 AM WADA will participate in the Paralympic Games in Athens, which take place September 17 to September 28. As with the Olympic Games that took place in August, WADA will have two teams in place during the event. The team of Independent Observers will observe the doping control procedures and will issue a report following the Games. The Outreach team discusses anti-doping issues with athletes in th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-approves-the-2005-Prohibited-List1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:52:44 AM Montreal, September 21, 2004 – The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that its Executive Committee approved the Prohibited List of Substances and Methods for 2005. The new List will be published prior to October 1, 2004, and will go into effect January 1, 2005. Some changes will be made from the current List in 2005. For example, the topical application of glucocorticosteroids will... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Successful-Asian-DCO-course-held-in-Iran/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:52:20 AM The Iranian National Anti-Doping Agency, in cooperation with WADA, hosted a successful DCO course and anti-doping symposium in Tehran October 7-9. One hundred seventy five DCOs from 20 countries participated in the event and were trained in doping control procedures. The symposium was held under the patronage of Mohsen Mehralizadeh, vice president of Iran and a member of WADA’s Foundation Board... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/2003-Laboratory-Statistics1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:52:15 AM WADA has now published an overview of the results reported by its accredited laboratories in 2003. Last year, laboratory accreditation was a joint International Olympic Committee/WADA process leading to a sole WADA accreditation in 2004.  As such, the decision was made, in consultation with the IOC, to have WADA compile and report the Laboratory statistics from that year. To view the document,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/French-Sports-Minister-visits-WADA1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:52:30 AM Code, Convention among topics discussed with WADA President Montreal, October 8, 2004 – The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that Jean-François Lamour, the French minister for Youth, Sport and Voluntary Work, met with WADA’s President, Richard W. Pound, during a visit to the Agency’s headquarters here. The two discussed topics of mutual interest, including the implementation of t... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-DG-meets-with-Qatar-NOC/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:52:25 AM WADA Director General David Howman met on Tuesday with Sheikh Saoud Bin Abdul Rahman al-Thani, the secretary general of the Qatar National Olympic Committee. The two discussed issues of mutual interest, including the development of an anti-doping program for Qatar and the region and a preliminary plan for an anti-doping program for the Asian Games to be held in Doha in 2006. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Appoints-Members-to-New-Athlete-Committee/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:49 AM Montreal, March 29, 2005 – The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that it has appointed 13 members to its newly-formed Athlete Committee. The aim of this working committee is to allow WADA closer contact with athletes and to give the Agency better insight into their questions and concerns regarding doping.     The following members were appointed:     -       Mr Viacheslav Fetisov... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/2005-Prohibited-List-Booklet-Available1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:45 AM WADA’s 2005 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods, which went into effect January 1, is now available in print form in English and French. To download the 2005 List booklet, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-selects-CGI-to-host-and-support-ADAMS1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:58 AM Montreal, February 21, 2005 – The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has selected CGI Group Inc. (CGI) (TSX: GIB.SV.A; NYSE: GIB) for a four-year information technology contract. As part of the contract CGI will host the highly confidential infrastructure on all international and national athlete profiles worldwide on WADA’s Anti-Doping Administration & Management System (ADAMS) as well as provide... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Call-for-proposals-for-research-grants-20051/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:54 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency encourages and funds research projects related to anti-doping. For 2005, scientists interested are invited to submit their applications by May 20, 2005. For more information about the 2005 applications, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/La-AMA-selecciona-a-Montevideo-Uruguay-como-sede-de-la-Oficina-regional-para-Latinoamerica1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:32 AM La AMA selecciona a Montevideo, Uruguay, como sede de la Oficina regional para Latinoamérica La FIFA debe actualizar sus reglas disciplinarias según el Código Tercera Conferencia Mundial sobre el Dopaje anunciada para 2007 En el año 2005 las pruebas fuera de la competitición se incrementarán en un 30% Montreal, 16 de mayo de 2005 – La Agencia Mundial Antidopaje AMA (WADA, en inglés) anunció hoy... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Recording-of-WADAs-Press-Conference-Now-Online2/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:28 AM A recording of the press conference following WADA’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board meetings on May 16 is now available. To listen to the recording, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Play-True-issue-on-gene-doping-available1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:40 AM WADA has published a new issue of Play True magazine. This issue focuses on the facts and dangers of gene doping, and on what WADA is doing to fight this new threat. To download Play True magazine, click here Esta publicación está disponible en español . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-QA-leaflet-on-ADAMS/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:50:36 AM WADA has published a “Questions & Answers” leaflet about the Anti-Doping Administration & Management System (ADAMS), a web-based database management tool built to assist stakeholders and WADA in their anti-doping operations. To read the Q&A, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-launches-its-Education-Symposia-Program-in-Uruguay1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:51:25 AM The first WADA Education Symposium will be held in Montevideo, Uruguay on 22-23 February. WADA has developed a symposia program with a particular focus on developing countries and regions worldwide. This program has a fundamental objective of assisting WADA’s stakeholders in implementing effective education programs and ensuring the provision of relevant information on doping-free sport, with... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-announces-discovery-of-new-designer-steroid1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:51:21 AM A recording of the press conference given today by WADA’S Science Director, Dr. Olivier Rabin, and by Dr Christiane Ayotte, head of the WADA-accredited Montreal laboratory, about the discovery of a new designer steroid is now available. To listen to the recording, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/QA-on-Athletes-and-Medications-now-available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:51:35 AM WADA has now published a Q&A on “Athletes and Medication”.  The aim of this leaflet available in three languages (English, French and Spanish) is to give athletes information on how to be careful and to avoid a positive test from taking a medication. This document follows other leaflets produced by WADA in several languages about the World Anti-Doping Code, Therapeutic Use Exemptions and... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Social-Sciences-Research-Grant-Program1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:51:30 AM WADA, who has identified education as one of its priorities, has created a Social Sciences Research Grant Program to encourage research in the social sciences to obtain information which will enable more efficient doping prevention strategies. The 2005 competition constitutes a pilot project with a maximum of US$ 60,000 in grants. The future funding of the program will largely depend on the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-Poster-Series/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:51:08 AM WADA has launched a poster series to promote the values of sport (respect, dedication, character, solidarity and excellence). The series – available for now only in English - is titled "Spirit of Sport" and features five athletes in the fight against doping: Canadian basketball player Tracey Ferguson; Brazilian swimmer Gustavo Borges; Japanese judo player Yoko Tanabe; German rower Roland Baar;... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Athlete-Guide-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:51:03 AM WADA has published the third edition of the Athlete Guide, which gives an overview of the World Anti-Doping Code and describes athletes’ rights and responsibilities in the doping control process. This booklet is currently available in English and French. To download the Athlete Guide, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-video-about-WADAs-Athlete-Outreach-Program1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:51:17 AM WADA has produced a video about its successful Athlete Outreach Program. This 6 minute video explores the different aspects of the program, including the 2004 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Athens. Initiated in 2001, the Athlete Outreach Program’s key objective is to promote and encourage doping-free sport through exhibits and personal interactions at large multi-sport and multi-national... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-announces-discovery-of-new-designer-steroid/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:51:12 AM A recording of the press conference given today by WADA’S Science Director, Dr. Olivier Rabin, and by Dr Christiane Ayotte, head of the WADA-accredited Montreal laboratory, about the discovery of a new designer steroid is now available. To listen to the recording, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Statement-from-Jean-Francois-Lamour-WADA-Vice-President/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:57 AM Information published recently in certain media outlets is wrong and dishonest. These media outlets, the authors, as well as all those who repeat these lies will be subject to legal action. The truth has been in the public domain for a long time. Each time that I have been asked about the facts, at the time and ever since, I have responded with complete transparency, as follows: In 1987, a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Addresses-Olympic-Council-of-Asia-Sport-Congress/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:44 AM WADA’s President John Fahey is this week in Kuwait. Mr Fahey was invited to attend the official opening of the new Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) headquarters. He will also be a keynote speaker at the first OCA Sport Congress, where he will provide an overview of the advances and challenges of the global fight against doping in sport. In addition, WADA’s President will meet a number of officials... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Issues-Call-for-Proposals-for-2009-Scientific-Research-Grants/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:45 AM WADA has now issued its call for proposals for 2009 scientific research grants. WADA is committed to increasing the volume of research dedicated to developing new and improved detection methods for performance-enhancing substances and methods. Since 2001, the Agency has committed more than US$44 million to scientific research. Scientists interested in submitting research projects are invited to... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IAAF-Expresses-Support-for-Whereabouts-Requirements/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:47 AM In a statement published on March 5, the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) expressed its strong support for the athlete whereabouts requirements set forth in the revised International Standard for Testing, which went into force on January 1, 2009. This statement includes quotes from a number of top IAAF athletes. Click here for the IAAF statement. Click here for WADA’s Q... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/QA-Clarifies-Key-Points-about-ADAMS/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:43 AM Following a number of queries about its Anti-Doping Administration & Management System, which helps anti-doping organizations and athletes fulfill their anti-doping responsibilities, WADA has now published a Q&A clarifying key points.   These include information about the functions of the system, its use, access to the data and other important elements.   Click here for the Q&A.   Click here fo... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-WADA-Web-Site-Section-Regroups-Information-on-Whereabouts-ADAMS-and-Data-Protection/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:40 AM WADA has developed a new section of its Web site to regroup information relating to whereabouts requirements, ADAMS and data protection within one centralized location. This section, accessible from a sticker at the top right of the Web site home page, will allow users to easily find Q&As, clarifications, statements and other material relating to these "hot" topics. Click here to access the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-Consultation-on-Technical-Documents-on-EPO-and-Norandrosterone/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:41 AM As part of WADA's ongoing efforts to enhance worldwide anti-doping activities under the World Anti-Doping Code, each of the International Standards' Technical Documents undergoes periodic revision for fine-tuning based on consultation with scientific experts and WADA's stakeholders. Following its policy, WADA launched a consultation on draft revisions to the Technical Documents on EPO and... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Announces-2009-Social-Science-Research-Grant-Program/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:42 AM WADA invites applications for its 2009 Social Science Research Grant Program. This Program encourages research in social science in order to obtain information that will enable more efficient doping prevention strategies. WADA awards research grants to organizations of all types (universities, colleges, small businesses, for-profit and not-for-profit organizations, etc.). The deadline for... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Legal-Opinion-Deems-ADAMS-Compatible-with-European-Data-Protection-Laws/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:48 AM WADA has now published online a legal opinion released in November 2008 by legal experts from the law firm Covington & Burling LLP about the compatibility of WADA's Anti-Doping Administration & Management System (ADAMS) with European data protection laws. This legal opinion concludes that ADAMS, as currently configured, is compatible with and should serve to facilitate compliance with European... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/QA-on-Athlete-Whereabouts-Requirements-Now-Also-Available-in-French-and-Spanish/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:54 AM Following a number of questions received by WADA in relation to the issue of athlete whereabouts requirements, WADA published, online a Q&A clarifying key points on January 30. This document, which includes explanations of the changes that went into force on January 1, 2009, is now also available in French and Spanish. Click here for the Q&A in English. Click here for the Q&A in French. Click... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Applauds-Creation-of-Independent-Anti-Doping-Organization-in-the-UK/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:56 AM WADA congratulates the United Kingdom for creating a new independent National Anti-Doping Organization (NADO) with significant new powers by the end of this year. On February 4, UK's Sports Minister Gerry Sutcliffe announced a 60% increase on the current NADO budget. The new NADO will in particular be responsible for the central management of doping cases and will have greater links with law... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/INTERPOL-and-WADA-Join-Forces-to-Fight-Sports-Cheats/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:58 AM INTERPOL, the world’s largest police organization, and WADA are to formally combine their resources to fight the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sport. INTERPOL Secretary General, Ronald K. Noble, and WADA Director General, David Howman, formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding on February 2 at INTERPOL’s General Secretariat in Lyon. This agreement will see both agencies work togethe... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Clarification-on-Doping-Control-Procedures-and-WADAs-Role-in-Results-Management/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:53 AM Following a number of questions received by WADA in relation to the particular case of Italian football players Davide Possanzini and Daniele Mannini, WADA has now published, online, a Q&A clarifying key points. This includes explanations of doping control procedures and WADA's role in results management. Click here for the Q&A in English. Click here for the Q&A in Italian.   http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Solicits-Feedback-to-Help-Improve-ADAMS/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:49 AM In an effort to further enhance the practicality and user-friendliness of its Anti-Doping Administration and Management System (ADAMS), WADA has now established a formalized permanent consultation process. Athletes, anti-doping organizations, laboratories and other ADAMS users are encouraged to provide feedback in the interest of the widest possible spectrum of users. This consultation will... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Calls-for-Intensification-of-New-Strategies-to-Fight-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:50 AM On the occasion of WADA's fourth Media Symposium, held at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne on February 24, WADA's President John Fahey urged all parties involved in the fight against doping in sport to further strengthen the foundations of the anti-doping system and to intensify the implementation of new strategies to supplement the traditional means used in this field. Mr Fahey emphasized the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Clarifies-Questions-about-Standard-for-the-Protection-of-Privacy-and-Personal-Information/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:52 AM Following a number of queries about the new International Standard for the Protection of Privacy and Personal Information, which went into force on January 1, 2009, WADA has now published a Q&A clarifying key points. Click here for the Q&A in English. Click here for the Q&A  in Spanish. Click here for the Standard.     http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Successful-WADA-Symposium-for-Anti-Doping-Organizations/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:27 AM On April 21-22, WADA held its sixth annual Symposium for Anti-Doping Organizations, in Lausanne, Switzerland. The event hosted 225 delegates from National Anti-Doping Organizations, International Sport Federations, as well as other Anti-Doping Organizations. During these two days, participants sought to collectively assess the current state of affairs in anti-doping, and review what additional... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Clarification-following-WADA-FIFA-Meeting-on-Anti-Doping-Regulations/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:28 AM Following a number of questions received by WADA in relation to misleading reports in the public domain, WADA wishes to clarify that the Agency has not altered in any way its global anti-doping rules, and in particular whereabouts requirements for top elite athletes under the 2009 World Anti-Doping Code. Consequently, all team sport athletes, including footballers, must comply with these rules... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-about-the-Opinion-of-European-Working-Party-on-Data-Protection/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:29 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) read with great interest the recent opinion adopted on April 6, 2009 by the EU’s Article 29 Working Party on Data Protection, which examined the International Standard for the Protection of Privacy and Personal Information (“Data Protection Standard”) as well as a number of longstanding and essential anti-doping rules and practices. WADA Pleased the WP 29... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-on-Retesting-of-Beijing-Olympic-Games-Samples1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:26 AM Following the announcement by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) of the completion of the retesting of a number of samples from the Beijing Olympic Games, WADA commends the IOC, once again, for its approach. Retesting of samples as science advances is a powerful weapon in the fight against doping in sport, as shown in a number of cases at the 2008 Tour de France. The World Anti-Doping Co... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Headquarters-to-Stay-in-Montreal-until-2021/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:23 AM Montréal International (MI) and WADA signed the formal agreement extending the presence of the international organization’s headquarters in Montreal, Canada, until December 31, 2021. The document was signed by WADA’s President, the Honourable John Fahey, WADA’s Director General, David Howman, and MI’s President and CEO, André Gamache. The signature ceremony took place on May 9 in Montreal, in t... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-and-Board-to-Discuss-Implementation-Enforcement-of-2009-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:24 AM WADA’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board will meet respectively on Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, in Montreal, Canada, for the first time this year. During these meetings, Members representing governments of all regions of the world and the Olympic Movement will discuss a number of topics including stakeholders’ implementation and enforcement of the amended World Anti-Doping Code a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Funded-Social-Science-Research-Project-recommends-Strategies-for-Effective-Anti-Doping-Prevention/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:24 AM A recently completed WADA-funded social science research study conducted by researchers from the Carnegie Research Institute of the Leeds Metropolitan University, in the UK, made a number of interesting recommendations to further enhance anti-doping prevention programs. This research, titled “Prevention through Education: A Review of Current International Social Science Literature,” reviewed a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/FIFA-and-WADA-meet-to-discuss-anti-doping-regulations/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:30 AM In a working meeting at FIFA headquarters on Monday between the Chairman of the FIFA Medical Committee Dr Michel D’Hooghe, FIFA Chief Medical Officer Professor Jiri Dvorak and the Director General of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) David Howman, WADA acknowledged the new FIFA Anti-Doping Regulations. FIFA is of the opinion that in team sports such as football, it is sufficient to provide th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IOC-President-Urges-Sports-to-Comply-with-World-Anti-Doping-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:36 AM At a meeting between the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board and the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF) held on March 25 in Denver as part of the Sportaccord Convention, the IOC President, Jacques Rogge, reiterated his strong support to the fight against doping and WADA’s work. He also urged all sports to comply with the World Anti-Doping Code. The... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-about-FIFA-and-UEFA-Declaration-on-Whereabouts/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:38 AM WADA was surprised and concerned to read the statement issued on March 24 by the world and European football governing bodies, FIFA and UEFA, in relation to universally harmonized whereabouts requirements that took effect on January 1, 2009. Under the 2009 International Standard for Testing, which was unanimously approved in May 2008 by WADA’s Executive Committee (including representatives of... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Suspends-Ankara-and-Penang-Laboratories-from-Anti-Doping-Analysis/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:39 AM WADA has suspended the accredited laboratories in Ankara, Turkey, and Penang, Malaysia, from carrying out anti-doping analysis for respectively three and two months. The suspension is in effect as of March 20, 2009. During this period of suspension, these two laboratories, which are part of the 34 WADA-accredited laboratories worldwide, will not be allowed to analyze anti-doping samples. The... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/GAISF-to-Propose-Anti-Doping-Support-and-Services-to-International-Federations-with-WADA-and-IOC-Support/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:35 AM The General Association of International Sports Federations (GAISF) announced the upcoming launch of a number of anti-doping services to support International Federations (IFs), with the full support and collaboration of WADA and the International Olympic Committee (IOC). As announced to its Assembly General on March 27 in Denver, USA, GAISF will provide centralized anti-doping advice, support... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/One-Hundred-and-Ten-Countries-Have-Now-Ratified-UNESCO-Convention/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:31 AM With Malawi having completed its ratification procedure, 110 countries out of the 193 UNESCO Member States have now ratified the International Convention against Doping in Sport, which came into force on February 1, 2007. The UNESCO Convention is the practical instrument by which governments formalize their commitment to the fight against doping. Given that many governments cannot be bound by a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-has-produced-a-promotional-video-on-its-Anti-Doping-Administration--Management-System-ADAMS/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:33 AM This video features a number of athletes and sports administrators speaking about some of the key elements of the system. It is available in English and French. Click here for the video. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Asthma-TUE-Module-now-Available-in-ADAMS/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:34 AM A new module of WADA’s Anti-Doping Administration & Management System (ADAMS) for the management of therapeutic use exemptions (TUEs) for asthma was launched in March.  This module reflects the amendments to the International Standard for TUE that went into effect on January 1, 2009.  Athletes using ADAMS can now create and submit an application for TUE for asthma. They can do it themselves,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-QA-on-the-Status-of-Finasteride/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:23 AM Following several queries about the status of finasteride in relation to the 2009 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods, WADA has published a Q&A clarifiying a number of key elements.   Click here for the Q&A.   Click here for the 2009 List and explanatory documents. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Beijing-Olympic-Games-Independent-Observer-Report-Now-Published/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:25 AM The WADA Independent Observer (IO) report from the 2008 Summer Olympic Games is now available. Click here for the report. Click here for more information about WADA’s IO Program. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-on-Retesting-of-Beijing-Olympic-Games-Samples/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:26 AM WADA is pleased with the approach adopted by the International Olympic Committee in relation to the samples of the Beijing Olympic Games. Retesting of samples as science advances is a powerful weapon in the fight against doping in sport, as shown by recent cases at the Tour de France. The World Anti-Doping Code makes it possible to open a disciplinary proceeding within eight years from the date... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-Play-True-Generation-Program-at-the-Commonwealth-Youth-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:22 AM WADA is launching its latest education initiative, The Play True Generation Program, at the Third Commonwealth Youth Games, a major event for athletes under 18 years old, held October 12-18 in Pune, India. The Play True Generation Program aims at encouraging young athletes, their coaches and support personnel to be leaders in promoting and ensuring clean sport worldwide. “The Play True Generati... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Addendum-to-the-2008-Olympic-Games-Independent-Observer-Report-Now-Published/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:17 AM The Beijing 2008 Olympic Games WADA Independent Observers (IOs) have published an addendum to their Report. This addendum provides an update to the item raised in the main text of the Report that approximately 300 test results were not received by the IO team in Beijing. Click here for the addendum. Click here for the IO Report. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Updated-QA-on-WADA-Athlete-Passport-Program/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:19 AM WADA has updated its online information on the Athlete Passport to reflect advances made by the Agency and current activities in relation to this concept, based on the monitoring of an athlete’s biological parameters to detect abnormal variations. Click here for the updated Q&A. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Revised-International-Standard-for-Laboratories-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:20 AM WADA has now published the revised International Standard for Laboratories (version 6.0). This Standard, which includes a number of technical amendments in order to harmonize its provisions with the revised World Anti-Doping Code and the 2009 Prohibited List, was approved by the Agency’s Executive Committee at its September 20 meeting. It will go into effect on January 1, 2009. Click here for t... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Official-Statement-on-Inaccuracies-of-Vrijman-Report1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:28 AM Following a number of requests, WADA has re-posted online its response to the so-called "Vrijman report," submitted in 2006 to the International Cycling Union (UCI) in relation to the August 2005 L’Équipe article that focused on a number of samples collected during the 1999 Tour de France. WADA’s detailed response, initially published on June 19, 2006, highlights a number of the unprofessional,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-to-Discuss-2009-Prohibited-List-New-International-Standard-for-the-Protection-of-Privacy/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:35 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) Executive Committee will meet for the second time this year on September 20, 2008, at the Agency’s headquarters in Montreal, Canada. As is traditionally the case for its September meeting, the Executive Committee will consider the List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List) for approval for the following year. The Prohibited List is revised annually... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-in-Force-at-2008-Paralympic-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:36 AM WADA is present through a number of programs at the 2008 Paralympic Games, which are taking place September 6-17 in Beijing. WADA’s Independent Observers are monitoring doping control and results management, while an Athlete Outreach team is interacting with athletes and informing them about anti-doping in the Athletes Village. In addition, as was the case during the 2006 Winter Paralympic Game... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Satisfied-with-Anti-Doping-Progress-Urges-Continued-Momentum-beyond-Beijing-Olympic-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:37 AM On the eve of the closing of the Beijing Olympic Games, the President of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), the Hon. John Fahey, expressed his satisfaction at the Agency’s leadership and guidance in the global progress of the fight against doping in sport. “While I will not comment on details of the Beijing anti-doping program conducted by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) prior to th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-Approves-2009-Prohibited-List-New-Delhi-Laboratory-Accreditation-International-Standard-for-the-Protection-of-Privacy/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:33 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that its Executive Committee approved the List of Prohibited Substances and Methods for 2009. This new List will be published online by October 1, 2008, and will go into effect on January 1, 2009. “Today’s Executive Committee meeting was the first held following the Beijing Olympic and Paralympic Games, and the discussion indicated very clearl... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Revised-International-Standard-for-Therapeutic-Use-Exemption-Now-Online/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:29 AM WADA has now published the revised International Standard for Therapeutic Use Exemption. This Standard, which includes a number of technical amendments in order to harmonize its provisions with the revised World Anti-Doping Code and the 2009 Prohibited List, was approved by the Agency’s Executive Committee at its September 20 meeting. It will go into effect on January 1, 2009. Click here for th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/International-Standard-for-the-Protection-of-Privacy-Now-Online/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:31 AM WADA has now published the International Standard for the Protection of Privacy and Personal Information (ISPPPI), which was approved by the Agency’s Executive Committee at its September 20 meeting. The purpose of the ISPPPI is to ensure that all relevant parties involved in anti-doping in sport adhere to a set of minimum privacy protections when collecting and using athlete personal informatio... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-2009-Prohibited-List-Now-Published/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:32 AM Following its approval by WADA’s Executive Committee on September 20, the 2009 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods is now available. This List will go into effect on January 1, 2009. To see the 2009 List, the 2009 Monitoring Program, a summary of modifications, and a Q&A, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Revisions-to-World-Anti-Doping-Code-International-Standards-Come-into-Force-January-1-2009/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:03 AM Revisions to the World Anti-Doping Code and its related International Standards for Testing, Laboratories and Therapeutic Use Exemptions, as well as the 2009 Prohibited List and the new International Standard for the Protection of Privacy and Personal Information come into force on January 1, 2009. These amended anti-doping rules will help further strengthen anti-doping programs worldwide,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Addresses-Coaches-Summit-Meets-Japanese-Officials-in-Tokyo/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:05 AM WADA’s President, the Hon. John Fahey, traveled to Tokyo in early December to address 400 coaches, trainers and sports doctors who were participating in the Japanese National Coaches Summit. On this occasion, Mr Fahey and the Japanese Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, Mr Ryu Shionoya, signed an agreement following which the Japanese government will provide a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Announces-Appointments-to-2009-Standing-Committees/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:06 AM WADA is pleased to announce the appointments of its Standing Committees for the year 2009. The Standing Committees play a key advisory role in policy and priority development for the international agency responsible for monitoring and coordinating the global fight against doping in sport. The Committee appointments were approved by WADA’s Foundation Board at its November 23 meeting. Nominations... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Updated-WADA-Athlete-Guide-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:02 AM The fifth edition of the WADA Athlete Guide is now online. This booklet available in three languages (English, French and Spanish) highlights athletes’ rights and responsibilities relating to the doping control process. It also provides athletes with an overview of the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) and of the various players involved in the fight against doping in sport under the Code. The... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Clarification-on-Athlete-Whereabouts-Requirements/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:59 AM Following a number of questions received by WADA in relation to the issue of athlete whereabouts requirements, WADA has now published, online, a Q&A clarifying key points. This includes explanations of the changes that went into force on January 1, 2009. Click here for the Q&A. Click here for the International Standard for Testing and a more detailed Q&A. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Vice-President-Receives-Swedish-Award-for-Anti-Doping-Action/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:00 AM WADA’s Vice President, Prof Arne Ljungqvist, received on January 19 the Swedish sport’s “Award of Honour” during a Sport Gala organized by Swedish TV channel SVT and the Swedish sport community in Stockholm. This annual ceremony honours individuals (athletes, coaches, administrators) for their action in sport. Prof Ljungqvist received the award from Swedish heptathlon and long jump champion... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Hires-New-Directors-for-Europe-Regional-Office-and-Communications/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:01 AM WADA is pleased to announce the recruitment of two new directors. On January 15, 2009, Kelly Fairweather took his new position of Director of WADA’s European Regional Office and International Federations Relations, based in Lausanne. Prior to joining WADA, Kelly Fairweather worked as the CEO of the Stellenbosch University Sports Performance Institute in South Africa and as the Director of Sport... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-President-Address-to-the-European-Union-Sports-Ministers-Meeting/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:08 AM On November 27, WADA’s President John Fahey addressed the European Sports Ministers Meeting in Biarritz, France. Click here for the speech. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Beijing-Paralympic-Games-Independent-Observer-Report-Now-Published/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:13 AM The WADA Independent Observer (IO) report from the 2008 Summer Paralympic Games is now available. Click here for the report. Click here for more information about WADA’s IO Program. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Hundred-Countries-Ratify-Anti-Doping-Convention/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:15 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and UNESCO celebrated the signing of the 100th Government to the International Convention against Doping in Sport in Paris, France, today. UNESCO’s Director General, Koïchiro Matsuura, and WADA’s Director General, David Howman, joined Ambassadors from most of the 100 countries that have ratified the Convention to mark the historical milestone. Paraguay became... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Play-True-Magazine-Outlines-Key-Changes-to-Stronger-World-Anti-Doping-Code-and-International-Standards/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:16 AM A new issue of the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) flagship magazine, Play True , is now available. This issue, entitled “Levelling the Playing Field,” highlights key amendments to the World Anti-Doping Code—the document harmonizing anti-doping regulations in all sports and all countries—and its related International Standards. These revised documents, which will go into effect on January 1,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/QA-on-Revised-International-Standard-for-Testing/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:12 AM To answer recent questions about the revised International Standard for Testing  (IST), which will go into force on January 1, 2009, WADA has re-posted the Q&A the Agency developed following the approval of the revised IST by WADA’s Executive Committee in May 2008. Click here for the Q&A. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Code-Compliance-Report-now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:09 AM As required under the World Anti-Doping Code (Article 23.4.4), WADA has published the Code Compliance Report presented by the Agency’s Management to the Foundation Board at the Board’s November 23 meeting. At that meeting, the Foundation Board decided to postpone any official declaration of non-compliance of any of the anti-doping organizations concerned until its next meeting in May 2009. Clic... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Advances-Cooperation-with-Interpol-Athlete-Passport-Development/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:10 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) made significant advances in strengthening the global fight against doping in sport during the Agency’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board meetings held this weekend in Montreal, Canada. Interpol and Investigation Strategy WADA announced that it had approved a Memorandum of Understanding formalizing its cooperation with Interpol, the world’s largest... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-and-Board-to-Discuss-Code-Compliance-Athlete-Passport-Current-Anti-Doping-Issues1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:11 AM WADA’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board will meet respectively on Saturday, November 22, and Sunday, November 23, 2008, in Montreal for the last time this year. During these meetings, members representing governments of the world and the Olympic Movement will discuss the first official “Code Compliance Report.” The World Anti-Doping Code—the document harmonizing regulations regarding... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Releases-Updated-Technical-Documents-on-Norandrosterone-and-Minimum-Required-Performance-Limits/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:50 AM http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Independent-Observers-at-Francophone-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:51 AM WADA is present this week at the sixth edition of the Francophone Games through its Independent Observer (IO) Program. Held in Beirut, Lebanon, from September 26 – October 6, this edition of the Francophone Games gathers 3,000 participants. Click here for more information about WADA’s IO Program. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-2010-Prohibited-List-Now-Published/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:51 AM Following its approval by WADA's Executive Committee on September 19, the 2010 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods is now available. This List will go into effect on January 1, 2010. The 2010 List reflects the latest scientific advances and offers a number of noteworthy changes compared to the 2009 List: Salbutamol The status of salbutamol, a beta-2 agonist, will change. Therapeutic use o... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-New-Web-Site1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:49 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) launched its new Web site today, coinciding with its tenth anniversary on November 10, 2009. The new Web site features improved navigation and reorganized content to better fulfill its users’ needs. An entirely new section, called “Anti-Doping Community,” was created to cater to the particular needs of WADA’s key stakeholders, including athletes, the sport... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Tenth-Anniversary/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:48 AM News Montreal, November 10, 2009 – Exactly ten years after the creation of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) on November 10, 1999, WADA’s President John Fahey emphasized today the impact the Agency has had on the protection of clean sport and called on all parties involved in the fight against doping in sport to further enhance their efforts. “There is no doubt that the fight against doping in spo... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Doping-Control-Process-Video-Now-Available-in-Spanish/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:48 AM The new Doping Control Video WADA has recently launched is now available in Spanish. This video is intended to provide a general overview of the doping control process while raising awareness of the athlete’s rights and responsibilities. The video, now available in English, French and Spanish, can be ordered by stakeholders at no cost for use as part of their information and education efforts.... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Publishes-Revised-International-Standard-for-Therapeutic-Use-Exemptions-/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:49 AM Following approval by its Executive Committee, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has now published the revised International Standard for Therapeutic Use Exemptions (ISTUE). This Standard will take effect on January 1, 2010. The ISTUE was revised as a result of the adoption of the 2010 Prohibited List. The ISTUE had to be amended to accommodate some of the changes to the List to be implemente... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IOC-Anti-Doping-Rules-for-the-XXI-Olympic-Winter-Games-in-Vancouver/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:52 AM The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has now published its Anti-Doping Rules for the XXI Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver, to be held from February 12-28, 2010. These rules are in line with the World Anti-Doping Code. Click here to see the IOC cover letter. Click here to see the rules. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Addresses-Whereabouts-WADA-Funding-and-Current-Issues/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:54 AM In a press conference call held on September 17 in the lead-up to WADA’s Executive Committee Meeting, WADA’s President John Fahey reported that the Agency has received 99.3% of government contributions to its 2009 budget. With the International Olympic Committee matching governments’ contributions dollar for dollar, this means that for the second year in a row, WADA will most probably receive... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Athlete-Committee-Offers-Recommendations-to-Further-Enhance-Anti-Doping-Programs/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:55 AM During its meeting on August 20-21 in Berlin, Germany, WADA’s Athlete Committee offered recommendations to further enhance anti-doping programs. Chaired by Russian ice hockey champion, Vyacheslav Fetisov, Chair of the Commission for Physical Education, Sports and the Olympic Movement of the Russian Federation, the Committee consists of 16 international elite athletes especially concerned about... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Withdraws-Appeal-in-Tyler-Hamilton-Case/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:55 AM WADA has withdrawn its appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport in the case of United States cyclist Tyler Hamilton. Following receipt of the background information that was not available to WADA when the appeal was launched, WADA has determined that the eight-year sanction imposed by the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) was appropriate in the particular circumstances of this case. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-to-Consider-2010-List-New-Scientific-Research-Projects/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:54 AM WADA’s Executive Committee will meet on September 19, 2009, for the second time this year at the Agency's headquarters in Montreal, Canada. As it is traditionally the case at its September meeting, the Executive Committee will consider the 2010 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods (List) for approval. The Prohibited List is revised annually through a highly consultative process, beginning... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Emphasizes-Importance-of-Cooperation-with-Pharmaceutical-and-Biotechnological-Companies/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:52 AM In its efforts to anticipate doping trends and practices, WADA continues to closely cooperate with pharmaceutical and biotechnological companies, as well as medicine agencies and drug evaluation bodies. On September 24, WADA’s Science Director, Dr. Olivier Rabin, participated in the “Bio(techno)logy of doping and the science of anti-doping” seminar organized by the Swiss Biotech Association in... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-New-Video-Outlining-Doping-Control-Process-for-Athletes/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:53 AM In order to provide athletes with basic information about their rights and responsibilities in the doping control process, WADA, in partnership with the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC), has developed a new doping control video. This catchy 5-minute video is intended to provide a general overview of the doping control process while raising... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-Approves-2010-Prohibited-List/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:53 AM At its September 19, 2009, meeting, WADA’s Executive Committee approved the List of Prohibited Substances and Methods for 2010. The new List will now be officialized and published on WADA’s Web site by October 1, 2009. It will take effect on January 1, 2010. The Prohibited List is one of the cornerstones of the harmonized fight against doping. It specifies substances and methods prohibited in... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-on-First-Worldwide-Human-Growth-Hormone-Case/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:42 AM News Following the announcement by UK Anti-Doping of the first completed case involving an analytical finding for human growth hormone (hGH), WADA issued the following statement from its Director General David Howman: “This first completed case involving an analytical finding for human growth hormone (hGH) is a positive step in the global fight against doping in sport. It sends a strong message to... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Government-of-Canada-Announces-Support-to-Caribbean-RADO/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:42 AM News On the opening day of the Winter Vancouver Olympic Games, Canadian Minister of State (Sport) and WADA Foundation Board Member, Gary Lunn, announced his Government’s funding of the Caribbean Regional Anti-Doping Organization (RADO), one of the 15 RADOs supported by WADA. On this occasion, Minister Lunn offered an Olympic Torch to WADA’s President John Fahey as recognition of WADA’s work and to... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Cheaters-will-have-more-chances-of-being-caught-in-Vancouver-than-at-any-past-Olympic-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:42 AM News At a press conference held in Vancouver on the day before the opening of the Winter Olympic Games, WADA President John Fahey said he was confident that coordinated efforts between anti-doping organizations in the lead-up to the event, coupled with the measures implemented by the International Olympic Committee during the Games, would help protect the integrity of the competitions. Click here fo... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Fight-against-Doping-Does-Not-Stop-with-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:41 AM News On the eve of the closing of the Vancouver Winter Olympic Games, WADA’s President John Fahey issued the following remarks: “While I will not comment on specifics of the Vancouver anti-doping program conducted by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) prior to the release of WADA’s Independent Observer report in the coming weeks, I am satisfied that the rigorous testing conducted in the month... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-and-Foundation-Board-to-Discuss-Anti-Doping-Strategies-on-May-8-9/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:12:42 AM News WADA’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board will meet respectively on Saturday, May 8, and Sunday, May 9, in Montreal. During these meetings, Members representing governments of all regions of the world and the Olympic Movement will discuss anti-doping strategies, including WADA’s activities at the recent Vancouver Olympic and Paralympic Games, as well as outcomes of the Agency’s annual... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Announces-2010-Social-Science-Research-Grant-Program/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:41 AM News WADA invites applications for its 2010 Social Science Research Grant Program. This Program encourages research in social science in order to obtain information that will enable more efficient doping prevention strategies. WADA awards research grants to organizations of all types (universities, colleges, small businesses, for-profit and not-for-profit organizations, etc.). The deadline for... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Independent-Observer-and-Athlete-Outreach-Teams-on-the-Ground-at-Paralympic-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:41 AM News Two weeks following the closure of the Olympic Games, WADA is present at the Vancouver Paralympic Games with an Independent Observer Team and an Athlete Outreach Team. The Paralympic Games are held from March 12-21.   Click here for more information from our special Vancouver 2010 section. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Web-Site-and-Magazine-Highlight-WADAs-Role-in-Vancouver/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:43 AM WADA has created a section of its Web site outlining the Agency’s role at the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. This section includes a special issue of WADA’s flagship magazine, Play True, in a new Web format, launched last November, which includes in particular video clips. The anti-doping rules of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Paralympic Committe... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Hosts-Successful-First-RADO-Conference/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:46 AM News WADA, in cooperation with the Olympic Council of Asia, hosted the First Regional Anti-Doping Organization (RADO) Conference from November 19-21, 2009, in Kuwait. There are currently 15 independent RADOs, established with the assistance and the support of WADA, encompassing 122 countries. Thirty eight participants attended the Conference, including representatives from 14 of the 15 RADOs, as wel... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-New-eFormat-of-Play-True-Magazine/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:47 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has published a “Special 10th Anniversary” issue of its flagship magazine, Play True . On this occasion, WADA has also launched a new format for the magazine. In addition to the paper and PDF formats, a new Web version is now available on the Agency’s Web site. This ePlay True includes, in particular, extra content including video clips. The “Special 10th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Le-rapport-des-Observateurs-independants-sur-les-Jeux-de-la-Francophonie-est-disponible/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:47 AM The WADA Independent Observer (IO) report from the 2009 Francophone Games – held from September 27 to October 6, 2009, in Beirut, Lebanon – is now available. Click here for the report (in French). Click here for more information about WADA’s IO Program. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Marks-Tenth-Anniversary-at-Stockholm-Meetings/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:45 AM To mark its 10th anniversary, WADA is holding its annual end-of-the-year Executive Committee and Foundation Board meetings on December 1-2 in Stockholm, Sweden. WADA was constituted as a Swiss private law foundation on November 10, 1999, following a joint initiative from the International Olympic Committee and governments of the world. The Agency held an initial Foundation Board Meeting on... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/One-Hundred-and-Thirty-Countries-Have-Now-Ratified-UNESCO-Convention/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:44 AM News With Togo and Georgia having completed their ratification procedures, 130 countries out of the 193 UNESCO Member States have now ratified the International Convention against Doping in Sport. The new ratifications bring the percentage of the world population covered by the Convention to approximately 90%. The UNESCO Convention, which came into force on February 1, 2007, is the practical... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-and-Council-of-Europe-Hold-TUE-Committee-Chair-Symposium/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:45 AM Following the success of the first Symposium for chairs of Therapeutic Use Exemption Committees (TUECs) held in 2006 in Bonn, Germany, WADA and the Monitoring Group of the Anti-Doping Convention of the Council of Europe are organizing a second TUEC Chair Symposium on December 11, 2009, in Strasbourg, France. This Symposium is aimed to allow appropriate exchange of knowledge between experts,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-new-Doping-Control-video-now-available-with-German-and-Russian-subtitles/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:45 AM WADA's new video on the Doping Control Process for Athletes is now available with German and Russian subtitles. This video is intended to provide a general overview of the doping control process while raising awareness of the athlete’s rights and responsibilities. The video, now available in English, French, Spanish, German and Russian can be ordered by stakeholders at no cost for use as part o... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-WADA-AsiaOceania-Region-Newsletter-Now-Online/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:12 AM The latest issue of WADA’s Asia/Oceania Region Newsletter has now been published. This issue includes updates on compliance with the World Anti-Doping Code, ratifications of the UNESCO Convention against Doping in Sport, as well as updates on anti-doping activities conducted in the Asia/Oceania region. Click here for the newsletter. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-at-the-2009-Games-of-the-Small-States-of-Europe/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:13 AM This week, WADA is present at the XIII Games of the Small States of Europe through its Independent Observer (IO) and Athlete Outreach Programs. Held in Cyprus from June 1-6, the XIII Games of the Small States of Europe will see more than 1,000 athletes from eight countries compete in 12 sports. This event is held every two years. Click here for more information about WADA’s IO Program. Click he... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/FIVB-Launches-New-Education-Program/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:14 AM The International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) recently launched a new educational program for anti-doping and medical affairs under the slogan “We play it clean.” Click here for the FIVB press release. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Education-Tool-Kits-Undergo-Makeover/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:11 AM WADA’s Tool Kits, designed to provide stakeholders with material to assist with their anti-doping education activities, have undergone a makeover, with new material being developed. In addition to revised and enriched Tool Kits for teachers, program officers and coaches, and a new Tool Kit for training doping control officers, WADA is now working on education material for sport physicians. The... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Publishes-Leaflet-on-Dangers-of-Doping/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:09 AM WADA has produced a leaflet titled Dangers of Doping: Get the Facts . This leaflet, which specifically targets young people 14-18 years of age, outlines the health consequences associated with the use of doping substances. The Dangers of Doping: Get the Facts leaflet addresses why doping is a concern beyond being against the rules of sport, including the risks associated with using supplements,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Reinstates-Penang-Laboratory-for-Anti-Doping-Analysis/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:10 AM WADA has reinstated the accredited laboratory in Penang, Malaysia, for anti-doping analysis as of June 10. On March 20, this laboratory, which is part of the 34 WADA-accredited laboratories worldwide, was suspended from carrying out anti-doping analysis. Pursuant to the International Standard for Laboratories, WADA is responsible for accrediting and re-accrediting anti-doping laboratories, as... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Updated-Medical-Information-to-Support-Decisions-of-Therapeutic-Use-Exemption-Committees/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:10 AM WADA has updated its documents providing medical information to support the decisions of Therapeutic Use Exemption Committees, including information regarding asthma. WADA has also developed two new support documents that address infertility and adrenal insufficiency. Most of these updated documents are available in French in addition to English.   Click here for the documents.  http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Help-Us-Improve-Play-True-Magazine/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:15 AM Help Us Improve Play True Magazine In its quest to improve its publications, WADA would like to receive your feedback about the content and format of the Agency’s flagship magazine, Play True (available here ). Please take a few minutes to complete the online survey by clicking here . Thank you for your input! http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Meets-NFL-Commissioner/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:20 AM WADA’s President John Fahey met with the National Football League (NFL) Commissioner Roger Goodell on May 11 at WADA’s Headquarters in Montreal. WADA and the NFL have had an ongoing dialogue, including several meetings, over the past several years. On this occasion, WADA and the NFL again discussed matters of mutual interest and committed to continuing discussions on ways and means of advancing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Enhanced-International-Data-Protection-Standard-Now-Online/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:21 AM The enhanced International Standard for the Protection of Privacy and Personal Information, which was unanimously approved by WADA’s Executive Committee on May 9, is now available online. Amendments to the Standard will take effect on June 1, 2009. Click here for the Standard. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-Approves-Enhanced-International-Data-Protection-Standard/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:21 AM The Executive Committee of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) unanimously approved on Saturday an enhanced version of the International Standard for the Protection of Privacy and Personal Information (Data Protection Standard). This decision was taken as part of WADA’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board meetings held respectively on Saturday and Sunday in Montreal, Canada. The Data... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Invites-Applications-for-Social-Science-Target-Research/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:19 AM In order to ensure effective doping prevention strategies, WADA identifies specific areas in the field of anti-doping that may require additional evidence in the way of social science research. To this end, WADA invites applications for its 2009 Social Science Target Research Grant Program on the topic of “Health Consequences and Anti-Doping.” Click here for more information. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Proposals-for-Development-of-Web-Based-Education-Tool/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:16 AM WADA is seeking a vendor for the development of a Web-based solution to support WADA’s Coach’s Tool Kit (currently available in a “ready-to-print” format). The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to select a vendor to offer a Web-based, interactive solution for providing anti-doping education to coaches. Click here for the RFP. Click here for the budget template. Click here  for WADA... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-Vice-President-Address-to-the-European-Union-Conference-on-Anti-Doping/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:17 AM On May 13, 2009, WADA’s Vice President Prof Arne Ljungqvist addressed the European Union Conference on Anti-Doping in Athens, Greece. Click here for the speech. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Play-True-Magazine-Profiles-WADA-Athlete-Outreach-Program/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:18 AM A new issue of WADA’s flagship magazine, Play True , is now available. This issue, titled “Engaging the Athletes,” profiles WADA’s Athlete Outreach Program and its evolution into an established presence at major sporting events worldwide, as well as a model adopted by many stakeholders. Included in this first issue of 2009 is an interview with former world number one professional tennis player,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-Consultation-on-Technical-Documents-on-Norandrosterone-and-Minimum-Required-Performance-Limits/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:59 AM As part of WADA's ongoing efforts to enhance worldwide anti-doping activities under the World Anti-Doping Code, each of the International Standards' Technical Documents undergoes periodic revision for fine-tuning based on consultation with scientific experts and WADA's stakeholders. Following its policy, WADA launched a consultation on draft revisions to the Technical Documents on Norandrostero... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Bucharest-Laboratory-Becomes-Thirty-Fifth-WADA-Accredited-Laboratory/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:59 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) Executive Committee approved the accreditation of a new laboratory for anti-doping analysis in Bucharest, Romania. The Romanian laboratory successfully completed the requirements of WADA’s accreditation process, which started in early 2008. The objective of this accreditation process is to ensure that candidate laboratories meet the highest quality standard... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-Anti-Doping-Books-for-Children-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:00 AM WADA has partnered with Chooseco, the publisher of the hugely popular Choose Your Own Adventure series of interactive children’s books, to publish two titles focused on good decision-making and sport values. These books are available in English and French.  The objective of the books is to present the reader with difficult, realistic decisions in competitive sport, including choices about dopin... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Committee-Vacancies-2010/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:58 AM Through WADA’s policy of rotation, there are vacant positions on our Committees each year. WADA is now seeking nominations or reappointments for such positions in preparation for 2010. These are - Athlete Committee (3); Education Committee (3); Finance and Administration Committee (2); and Health, Medical and Research Committee (4). Current composition of the Committees can be found here . WADA... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-WADA-AsiaOceania-Region-Newsletter-Now-Online1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:56 AM The latest issue of WADA’s Asia/Oceania Region Newsletter has now been published. This issue includes a summary of the 6th Asia/Oceania Regional Intergovernmental Meeting, updates on ratifications of the UNESCO Convention against Doping in Sport, as well as updates on anti-doping activities conducted in the region. Click here for the newsletter. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/2008-Statistics-of-Analysis-by-Laboratories-and-Testing-by-Anti-Doping-Organizations/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:57 AM Pursuant to its responsibilities under the World Anti-Doping Code (Code), WADA publishes annually two sets of statistics. The first set is reported by anti-doping organizations (ADOs) on testing performed and results management, and the second set is reported by the WADA accredited anti-doping laboratories on analyses performed. As regards the Testing Statistics, section 14.4 of the Code states... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/One-Hundred-and-Twenty-Countries-Have-Now-Ratified-UNESCO-Convention/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:34:57 AM With the United Arab Emirates, Botswana and Venezuela having completed their ratification procedures, 120 countries out of the 193 UNESCO Member States have now ratified the International Convention against Doping in Sport. The new ratifications bring the percentage of the world population covered by the Convention to 86%. The UNESCO Convention, which came into force on February 1, 2007, is the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-at-World-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:01 AM News Starting on July 16, WADA is present at the VIII World Games through its Independent Observer (IO) and Athlete Outreach Programs. Held in Kaohsiung, Chinese Taipei, until July 26, this edition of the World Games gathers 4,500 athletes and delegates from nearly 100 countries.  Thirty-seven sports are on the Games’ program. This event is held every four years. Click here for more information abou... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-at-Mediterranean-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:06 AM This week, WADA is present at the XVI Mediterranean Games through its Independent Observer (IO) and Athlete Outreach Programs. Held in Pescara, Italy, from June 26-July 6, this edition of the Mediterranean Games will see more than 4,000 athletes from 23 countries compete in 29 sports. This event is held every four years. Click here for more information about WADA’s IO Program. Click here for th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Discusses-Future-Anti-Doping-Strategies-at-Think-Tank/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:07 AM On June 22-23, WADA held a Think Tank seminar in Oslo, Norway, with the assistance of the Government of Norway and Anti-Doping Norway. “In the ever evolving context of doping, WADA is always looking for new ideas and strategies,” said WADA’s President John Fahey. “Nearly ten years have passed since the creation of the Agency. This was a good time for us to look with a challenging eye at the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Meets-with-European-Data-Protection-Working-Party/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:08 AM On June 17, WADA representatives were invited to a meeting in Brussels with the Article 29 Working Party, which is composed of the 27 independent data protection authorities of the European Union. WADA was asked for its response to the advisory opinion adopted in April 2009 by the Working Party in relation to the International Data Protection Standard and a number of longstanding anti-doping... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-reinstates-Ankara-Laboratory/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:05 AM News WADA has reinstated the accredited laboratory in Ankara, Turkey, for anti-doping analysis as of June 30. The laboratory had been suspended for three months on March 23, 2009. Pursuant to the International Standard for Laboratories, WADA is responsible for accrediting and re-accrediting anti-doping laboratories, as well as ensuring that they maintain the highest quality standards. This monitorin... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Urges-Major-League-Baseball-to-Take-Doping-Issue-Seriously/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:02 AM Following the recent return of a number of high-profile players from Major League Baseball (MLB) from doping suspensions, WADA’s President John Fahey reiterated his call for the MLB and its Players Association (MLBPA) to take the issue of doping seriously. “The MLB, the players and all those involved in the league need to clearly demonstrate that they are committed to ridding their sport from... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/The-latest-issue-of-WADAs-Africa-Region-Newsletter-is-now-online/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:03 AM This issue includes updates on the UNESCO/Africa Regional Conference on doping and the activities of the Regional Anti-Doping Organizations (RADOs) conducted in the Africa region. Click here for the newsletter. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/2008-Annual-Report-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:35:04 AM WADA’s 2008 Annual Report is now available online. To read the Report, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Conclusions-of-Conference-on-Doping-in-Cycling-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:14 AM WADA has posted online the conclusions of the Conference on Doping in Cycling, organized by the French Ministry of Health, Youth and Sport, with the participation of WADA and the International Cycling Union (UCI), on October 22-23 in Paris, France. Click here to see the conclusions. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Richard-Pound-Clarifies-Misinformation-Regarding-Candidacy-for-Future-WADA-President/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:16 AM In a press conference on October 16, 2007, Jean-François Lamour announced his withdrawal from the race for WADA president and his resignation as its Vice President. In response to the attacks that Mr. Lamour has made on WADA, its current leadership and the process by which the next president will be selected, I wish to clarify the following facts: WADA’s statutes are clear and have been firmly... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Correspondence-between-Mr-Lamour-and-Mr-Pound/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:18 AM Click here for correspondence from Mr. Lamour. Click here for correspondence from Mr. Pound. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Play-True-Magazine-Explores-Evolution-of-the-Fight-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:12 AM A new issue of WADA’s flagship magazine, Play True, is now available. This issue, titled Record Pace, retraces the evolution of the global campaign against doping in sport, beginning with the revolutionary act of Sport and Government uniting in 1999 and continuing through to the Third World Conference on Doping in Sport, to take place November 15-17, 2007, in Madrid, Spain. Among items featured... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/One-Week-to-Third-World-Conference-on-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:05 AM Final preparations are underway for the Third World Conference on Doping in Sport, organized by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) with the support of the High Council for Sport of Spain on November 15-17 in Madrid. In one week from now, nearly 1,500 participants representing the Sport Movement, public authorities, the anti-doping community, athletes, observers, and the media, will gather at t... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Code-Review--Consultation-November/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:07 AM WADA has published online its November update on the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) Review & Consultation. The monthly updates help keep stakeholders apprised of Code Review & Consultation progress. The Review & Consultation is modeled on the extensive process that was used with stakeholders for the initial development of the Code and stresses practical and constructive solutions for enhancing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-Regarding-Contes-Public-Declarations/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:10 AM Mr. Victor Conte, the founder and owner of the Bay Area Laboratory Co-Operative (BALCO), who pled guilty in 2005 to illegal steroid distribution and money laundering, has made public declarations that he wants to "expose the truth" (BBC HARDtalk interview, 10 August 2007) to help in the fight against doping in sports and is willing to speak with WADA President Richard Pound in this regard. WADA... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Publication-of-the-Final-Draft-30-of-the-2007-World-Anti-Doping-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:21 AM WADA is pleased to publish the Final Draft 3.0 of the 2007 World Anti-Doping Code . This draft is a result of extensive consultation with stakeholders and completes a full revision of the existing World Anti-Doping Code 2003. The publication terminates the third and final stakeholder consultation phase. Adoption of the revised World Anti-Doping Code is scheduled to occur at the WADA Foundation... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Updated-QA-on-WADAs-Presidency-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:32 AM In response to inquiries about WADA’s presidency, terms and appointments, WADA has posted online a series of Questions and Answers clarifying these points. Click here to see the Q&A. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Revokes-HFL-Laboratory-Accreditation/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:35 AM WADA announced today that it has revoked the accreditation of the Horseracing Forensic Laboratory (HFL) in Newmarket, Great Britain. This laboratory no longer receives from local anti-doping authorities the necessary support and the minimum number of samples (1,500 per year) requested by WADA's International Standard for Laboratories. In consequence, in agreement with the laboratory management,... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-Approves-the-2008-Prohibited-List/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:37 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that its Executive Committee approved the List of Prohibited Substances and Methods for 2008. The 2008 List offers some changes compared to the 2007 List. For example, the 2008 List will include new classes of substances such as selective androgen receptor modulators (SARMs), a family of nonsteroidal molecules that has the same effect as... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-2008-Prohibited-List-Now-Published/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:29 AM Following its approval by WADA’s Executive Committee on September 22, the 2008 List of Prohibited Substances and Methods is now available. This List will go into effect January 1, 2008. To see the 2008 List, the 2008 Monitoring Program and a summary of modifications, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/World-Conference-Registration-Closes-12-October-2007/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:23 AM WADA wishes to announce that registration to attend the World Conference on Doping in Sport to be held in Madrid, Spain from 15-17 November will close on 12 October 2007 . Until this date, registrations can still be made online via the Conference dedicated Web site at www.wadamadrid2007.com .  Special requests for late registration after 12 October can be made in writing to worldconference2007@... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Code-Review--Consultation-October-Update/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:25 AM WADA has published online its October update on the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) Review & Consultation. The monthly updates help keep stakeholders apprised of Code Review & Consultation progress. The Review & Consultation is modeled on the extensive process that was used with stakeholders for the initial development of the Code and stresses practical and constructive solutions for enhancing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Encouraged-by-Chinas-Recent-Progress-in-the-Fight-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:27 AM During his second official visit to China, from September 25 - 28, 2007, as WADA President, Richard W. Pound congratulated Chinese anti-doping and sport officials on the progress that has been achieved in the fight against doping in China since his first visit nearly one year ago. "I am very encouraged by the progress reported during my meetings with China's sports and anti-doping leaders this... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Athletes-Passport-QA/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:41 AM In response to numerous inquiries, WADA has published online a Q&A on the Athlete’s Passport in order to clarify questions and provide more information about the longitudinal tracking of athlete biological data in the context of anti-doping. To read the Q&A, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Announces-Appointments-to-2008-Working-Committees/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:43 AM International Expertise Contributes to Advances in Anti-Doping in Sport The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to announce the appointments of its Working Committees for the year 2008. The Working Committees play a key advisory role in policy and priority development for the international agency responsible for monitoring and coordinating the global fight against doping in sport. The... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Comment-on-Draft-Revision-of-the-International-Standard-for-Testing1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:45 AM WADA is pleased to provide the recently revised draft International Standard for Testing (IST), posted on the WADA Web site. The purpose of the IST is to plan for effective testing and to maintain the integrity and identity of samples, from notifying the athlete to transporting samples for analysis as well as handling whereabouts information and missed tests. Following an extensive consultation... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Code-Review--ConsultationDecember-Update/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:39 AM WADA would like to thank all stakeholders who provided comments during the three phases of the Code Revision process which have helped to harmonize the needs of the various stakeholders and to produce a stronger World Anti-Doping Code. Click here for the most recent monthly update relating to the revised Code. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Meets-with-Victor-Conte/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:34 AM WADA President Richard W. Pound met with Victor Conte in New York on December 12, 2007, upon Mr. Conte’s initiation in order for Mr. Conte to share with WADA information to help improve the fight against doping in sport. Mr. Pound described the meeting as both positive and informative, noting that discussions focused on the general fight against doping in sport and how the anti-doping movement... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Congratulates-UK-for-Independent-Anti-Doping-Organization/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:36 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) applauds the initiative of the UK Department for Culture, Media & Sport and UK Sport to establish an independent national anti-doping organization. “WADA congratulates Gerry Sutcliffe and UK Sport for this very positive and decisive action,” said WADA Director General David Howman. “The new model is based on the evolution of anti-doping that requires a strong... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/In-Search-of-the-Spirit-of-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:38 AM The struggle for the future, and perhaps the soul, of sport is an ongoing conflict. The arguments pressed by the opponents of doping control have not changed much at all in the quarter-century since Thomas H. Murray, PhD, of the Hastings Center began his research into the ethics of performance enhancement in sport. Five arguments come up repeatedly in one variation or another. Each of them seem... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-elect-the-Hon-John-Fahey-AC-Holds-Two-Days-of-Intensive-Meetings-with-Management-Team-Discusses-Future-Strategies-in-the-Fight-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:47 AM On November 19-20, 2007, the Hon. John Fahey A.C., president-elect of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), spent two days at WADA headquarters in Montreal meeting with WADA management and discussing strategies for future activities. The meetings, held only two days following his election as WADA’s incoming president, were intended to provide Mr. Fahey with an in-depth briefing of WADA’s... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/World-Conference-Daily-Summary-November-15/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:58 AM The Third World Conference on Doping in Sport, organized by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) with the support of the Spanish High Council for Sport in Madrid (Spain), has brought together more than 1,500 representatives of public authorities, the Sport Movement, the anti-doping community, athletes, observers, and the media to review the major advances that have been made in the fight against... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Strengthens-Fight-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:00 AM More than 1,500 Representatives Convene at Historic Third World Conference, Debate Future Strategies and Revise World Anti-Doping Code The Third World Conference on Doping in Sport, officially opening tomorrow in Madrid, Spain, will mark a major milestone in the strengthening of global efforts to combat doping in sport through its consideration of the revised World Anti-Doping Code (Code).... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Third-World-Conference-on-Doping-in-Sport-to-Open-November-15/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:03 AM Final preparations are underway for the Third World Conference on Doping in Sport, organized by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) with the support of the High Council for Sport of Spain on November 15-17 in Madrid. Nearly 1,500 participants representing the Sport Movement, public authorities, the anti-doping community, athletes, observers, and the media, will gather at the Spanish capital's... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/World-Conference-Daily-Summary-November-16/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:55 AM The Third World Conference on Doping in Sport, organized by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) with the support of the Spanish High Council for Sport in Madrid (Spain), has brought together more than 1,500 representatives of public authorities, the Sport Movement, the anti-doping community, athletes, observers, and the media to review the major advances that have been made in the fight against... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/World-Conference-Daily-Summary-November-17/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:49 AM The Third World Conference on Doping in Sport, organized by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) with the support of the Spanish High Council for Sport in Madrid (Spain), has brought together more than 1,500 representatives of public authorities, the Sport Movement, the anti-doping community, athletes, observers, and the media to review the major advances that have been made in the fight against... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Board-Selects-The-Hon-John-Fahey-AC-as-next-President-Prof-Arne-Ljungqvist-as-next-Vice-President/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:51 AM The Hon. John Fahey  A.C., former Finance Minister of Australia and a representative of Governments, was selected by the WADA Foundation Board to serve as its next President. Prof Arne Ljungqvist, IOC Member, Chairman of WADA's Health, Medical and Research Committee and representing the Olympic Movement, was chosen as the Vice President. WADA’s Foundation Board members are nominated by each of... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Governments-Sports-Adopt-Resolution-at-World-Conference-to-Redouble-Efforts-and-Intensify-Global-Fight-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:53 AM Third World Conference on Doping in Sport concludes with a resolution accepting revisions to strengthen the World Anti-Doping Code and bolster the fight to protect athlete health and the integrity of sport The Sports Movement and Governments of the world, at the Third World Conference on Doping in Sport (World Conference) hosted in Madrid (Spain), today adopted a resolution (Madrid Resolution) ... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/FIMS-Supports-WADA-and-the-Fight-Against-Doping-Calls-on-All-Sports-Medicine-Professionals-to-Oppose-Doping/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:28 AM The International Federation of Sports Medicine (FIMS), the international organization promoting and representing sports medicine around the world, urges sports medicine professionals to oppose doping, stating that the basic principle that the practice of sport and the tradition of physical activity and exercise must promote physical and mental health should be protected and respected. FIMS... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Agreement-Reached-on-New-Funding-Formula-at-4th-Asian-Region-Intergovernmental-Meeting/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:30 AM Agreement to a new funding formula for WADA contributions from the Asian Region for 2008 and beyond was a key outcome achieved at the 4th Asian Region Intergovernmental meeting, held on 28-29 May 2007, in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia). At the meeting, Dato Seri Azalina Dato Othman Said, Minister of Youth and Sports of Malaysia, and David Howman, WADA Director General, welcomed 53 delegates from 25... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Second-Revised-Draft-of-the-World-Anti-Doping-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:32 AM Dear Colleagues, As part of our consultation process, provided at the Web link below is the Second Revised Draft, 2007, of the World Anti-Doping Code for your review and comment. This draft is a result of extensive consultation with partners and experts. The basis for the draft is the existing World Anti-Doping Code 2003. This commences the third stakeholder consultation phase. We seek your... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-2006-Annual-Report-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:25 AM WADA’s 2006 Annual Report is now available online. To read the Report, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/The-Doping-Quiz-for-your-Web-site-New-Fun-and-Free-Anti-Doping-Educational-Tool/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:18 AM A new educational tool—that is free and easy to implement—has just become available to stakeholders. Through WADA’s new “Doping Quiz Link Program,” stakeholders can now put the Doping Quiz on their organizations’ Web sites, giving athletes and members of the athlete entourage visiting these sites a fun and interactive way to learn more about the dangers of doping and their responsibilities unde... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Three-New-RADOs-Established-Central-Africa-Eastern-Europe-and-South-Asia/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:20 AM The fight against doping in sport continues to expand to new regions of the world with the establishment of three new Regional Anti-Doping Organizations (RADO). The Central African RADO (Zone IV), launched in April 2007, is being hosted by Cameroon, whose government and National Olympic Committee (NOC) have agreed to provide office and staff to coordinate anti-doping development in the region.... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Updated-QA-on-Code-Review--Consultation-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:22 AM WADA has posted online an updated version of its series of Questions and Answers regarding the World Anti-Doping Code Review & Consultation. This updated version includes information on trends that have emerged from the first two drafts of the revised Code. The Code review will culminate at the Third World Conference on Doping in Sport, to be held November 15-17, 2007, in Madrid, Spain. Click... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Code-Review--ConsultationJune-2007-Update/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:35 AM WADA has published online its June update on the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) Review & Consultation. The monthly updates help keep stakeholders apprised of Code Review & Consultation progress. The Review & Consultation is modeled on the extensive process that was used with stakeholders for the initial development of the Code and stresses practical and constructive solutions for enhancing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/La-inscripcion-a-la-Conferencia-Mundial-ya-esta-disponible/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:49 AM Nos complace invitarle a asistir a la tercera Conferencia Mundial sobre el Dopaje en el Deporte que se celebrará en Madrid, España, del 15 al 17 de noviembre de 2007. Como recordará, en 1999, tras la primera Conferencia Mundial sobre el Dopaje en el Deporte, los gobiernos y el movimiento deportivo fundaron la AMA en respuesta a la urgente necesidad de intensificar los esfuerzos para combatir el... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Play-the-Game-Apologizes-to-WADA-Vice-President-Lamour-Retracts-Article/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:52 AM In the Play the Game newsletter for Tuesday 8 May we brought a story about the French Sports Minister and WADA Vice-President, Mr. Jean-François Lamour, who allegedly had been tested positive for doping substances twice in his career as an international fencer. We built the story on sources that are usually reliable and on apparently solid documentation. Nevertheless, the documentation was... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/World-Anti-Doping-Agency-Strengthens-the-Fight-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:55 AM WADA Executive Committee and Foundation Board Advance Closer to Final Revision of the World Anti-Doping Code The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) today made significant strides in strengthening the global fight against doping in sport during the Agency’s Executive Committee and Foundation Board meetings held in Montreal. The meetings focused chiefly on the proposed amendments to the World... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/World-Conference-Registration-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:46 AM It is our pleasure to invite you to attend the third World Conference on Doping in Sport to be held in Madrid, Spain from 15-17 November 2007. As you may recall, in 1999, following the first World Conference on Doping in Sport, governments and the sports movement founded WADA in response to the urgent need to intensify efforts to combat doping in sports. It was clear then that a global strategy... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-anuncia-su-Programa-de-Subvenciones-a-Investigaciones-en-Ciencias-Sociales-para-2008/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:37 AM POR FAVOR REENVÍE ESTE MENSAJE A PARTES POTENCIALMENTE INTERESADAS WADA invita aplicaciones para su Programa de Subvenciones a Investigaciones en Ciencias Sociales 2008. Este Programa alienta la investigación en ciencias sociales para obtener información que permita desarrollar estrategias más eficientes de prevención del dopaje. Todas las propuestas enviadas deberán estar relacionadas con una ... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Announces-2008-Social-Science-Research-Grant-Program/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:40 AM WADA invites applications for its 2008 Social Science Research Grant Program. This Program encourages research in the social sciences to obtain information which will enable more efficient doping prevention strategies. All proposals submitted must be related to one or more of the stated Program priorities. WADA awards research grants to organizations of all types (universities, colleges, small... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Congratulates-the-IRB-on-Anti-Doping-Activities/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:43 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) congratulates the International Rugby Board (IRB) on its proposed anti-doping program to be put in place for the Rugby World Cup in France later this year. WADA has enjoyed a very close partnership with the IRB over recent years, including significant ventures where the IRB has been pivotal in advancing pilot activities in the anti-doping world, for WADA and... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Working-Committee-Vacancies/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:50 AM Through WADA’s policy of membership rotation, positions on each of its four Working Committees - Athlete, Education, Finance & Administration, and Health, Medical & Research – become vacant every year. WADA is therefore currently seeking nominations from its stakeholder groups for members to its 2008 Working Committees. Applications should include an accompanying letter of recommendation from o... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Code-Review--Consultation-September-2007-Update/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:52 AM WADA has published online its September update on the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) Review & Consultation. The monthly updates help keep stakeholders apprised of Code Review & Consultation progress. The Review & Consultation is modeled on the extensive process that was used with stakeholders for the initial development of the Code and stresses practical and constructive solutions for enhancing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Clarification-on-WADAs-Role-at-Upcoming-Cycling-World-Championships/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:55 AM In response to several inquiries about WADA's role at the upcoming Cycling World Championships in Stuttgart, Germany, WADA would like to clarify the following points. WADA never conducts in-competition tests. WADA has an out-of-competition testing program that complements the international federations’ (IFs) programs to help them fulfill their responsibility under the World Anti-Doping Code. WA... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Welcomes-Announcement-of-Summit-on-Doping-in-Cycling/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:47 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) today welcomed the announcement by the French Minister for Sport, Roselyne Bachelot, that a high-level summit on doping in cycling will be held on October 22-23 in Paris, France. This follows an initial offer from WADA on July 26 to convene a meeting of all parties involved in cycling to have an in-depth discussion on how to deal with the problem of doping in... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-on-AAA-Decision-Regarding-Floyd-Landis-Case/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:39 AM In response to frequent requests for comments following the decision of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) panel in the case of Floyd Landis, WADA would like to state the following: WADA, as the international independent organization responsible for promoting, coordinating and monitoring the global fight against doping in sport, will now thoroughly review the panel’s decision. As with a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-to-Discuss-Code-Review-2008-Prohibited-List-at-Last-Meeting-before-World-Conference/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:42 AM The Executive Committee of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) will meet on September 22-23, 2007, in Montreal, Canada. This will be the last meeting of WADA's Executive Committee-WADA's ultimate policy-making body-prior to the Third World Conference on Doping in Sport, to be held on November 15-17, 2007, in Madrid, Spain. At the Montreal meeting, the Executive Committee will discuss the third... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Draft-Revision-of-the-International-Standard-for-Therapeutic-Use-Exemption/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:44 AM WADA is pleased to provide the recently revised draft International Standard for Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE), version 1.0, September 2007, for stakeholder review and comment. The purpose of the International Standard for TUE is to ensure that the process of granting Therapeutic Use Exemptions is harmonized across sports and countries. This version has been re-drafted by the Code Project Tea... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/ITF-Implements-WADA-Athlete-Outreach-Model-at-US-Open/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:39:58 AM The International Tennis Federation (ITF) has adopted the Athlete Outreach Model developed by WADA and will use it for the first time at the US Open, to take place August 27-September 9 in New York City. At the US Open, the ITF will offer expert advice to athletes and coaches, access to printed information, such as the ITF Tennis Anti-Doping Program, the World Anti-Doping Code, wallet cards... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Comment-on-Draft-Revision-of-the-ISL/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:11 AM WADA is pleased to provide the recently revised draft International Standard for Laboratories (ISL), version 4.8, July 2007, for stakeholder review and comment. The purpose of the ISL is to ensure production of valid test results and evidentiary data and to achieve uniform and harmonized results and reporting from all accredited laboratories. This version has been re-drafted in response to... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Code-Review--Consultation-July-2007-Update/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:13 AM WADA has published online its July update on the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) Review & Consultation. The monthly updates help keep stakeholders apprised of Code Review & Consultation progress. The Review & Consultation is modeled on the extensive process that was used with stakeholders for the initial development of the Code and stresses practical and constructive solutions for enhancing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Comment-on-Draft-Revision-of-the-IST/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:15 AM WADA is pleased to provide the recently revised draftInternational Standard for Testing (IST), version 2.0, June 2007, for stakeholder review and comment. The purpose of the IST is to plan for effective testing and to maintain the integrity and identity of samples, from notifying the athlete to transporting samples for analysis as well as handling whereabouts information and missed tests. This... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Offers-to-Convene-High-Level-Summit-on-Doping-in-Cycling/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:08 AM Following the recent exposure of doping cases in the Tour de France and other revelations in cycling, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) today offered to convene a high-level summit of all parties involved in cycling to have an in-depth discussion on how to deal with the problem of doping in this sport. "Without commenting on the specifics of pending cases, WADA is deeply concerned by the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/An-Open-Letter-to-Those-Promoting-Medical-Supervision-of-Doping1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:00 AM Following recent statements by doctors or other individuals who consider that doping is necessary or even healthy for athletes, WADA has re-published an Open Letter from the Agency’s Medical Director, Dr Alain Garnier, refuting this stance. This Open Letter was first published in August 2006. Click here for the Open Letter. Click here for Dr Garnier’s Biography. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Code-Review--Consultation-August-2007-Update/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:03 AM WADA has published online its August update on the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) Review & Consultation. The monthly updates help keep stakeholders apprised of Code Review & Consultation progress. The Review & Consultation is modeled on the extensive process that was used with stakeholders for the initial development of the Code and stresses practical and constructive solutions for enhancing... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Play-True-Magazine-Explores-New-Doping-Detection-Approaches/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:40:06 AM A new issue of WADA's flagship magazine, Play True , is now available. This issue, titled Science; Honing in on Doping , is dedicated to the evolution of anti-doping research. It provides an in-depth look at WADA’s contributions to anti-doping research activities on a number of fronts starting in 2001, and at future perspectives in the field. Among items featured are highlights from recent... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Beijing-2008-Section-on-WADA-Web-Site-Details-Anti-Doping-Rules-for-Paralympic-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:10 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) clarifies that the anti-doping rules for the Paralympic Games in Beijing are now posted online in the “Beijing 2008” section of WADA’s Web site, as well as accessible from the IPC site. A previous posting linked to the wrong policy. Click here to visit the "Beijing 2008" section of WADA's Web site. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Calls-on-Nations-Sports-to-Send-Clean-Athletes-to-Beijing/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:12 AM It is the responsibility of countries and sports federations to send clean athletes to the Olympic Games, says WADA’s President John Fahey in the first of a series of b-roll segments posted on WADA’s redesigned online media center. But due to significant efforts including a new world-class laboratory in Beijing, Fahey says he is confident athletes taking steroids or any other performance... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Model-of-Best-Practice-for-International-Federations-Based-on-Revised-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:14 AM WADA has developed Models of Best Practice for National Olympic Committees (NOC), International Federations (IF) and National Anti-Doping Organizations (NADO) in order to assist these organizations in drafting anti-doping rules in line with the World Anti-Doping Code (Code). Models of Best Practice for IFs based on the Revised Code are now available online. Models for NOCs and NADOs, based on t... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Statement-by-WADA-President-John-Fahey-Following-CAS-Ruling-in-Floyd-Landis-Case/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:08 AM “The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is satisfied with the decision announced today by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). As with any athlete whose sample analysis resulted in an adverse analytical finding, Mr Landis had every opportunity to present his case to hearing panels at different stages of the process. He did so and chose in addition to mount an aggressive campaign against the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Reflects-on-Threat-of-Doping-to-Public-Health/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:04 AM Date: July 10, 2008 As a growing number of countries ratify the UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport and pass more rigorous laws against trafficking doping substances and facilitating doping, WADA's President John Fahey stresses that doping is not limited to elite-level athletes and poses a serious threat to greater public health. In the third of a series of b-roll segments... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-Third-Gene-Doping-Symposium-Declaration-and-Presentations-Now-Online/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:05 AM Presentations and the Declaration of the Third WADA Gene Doping Symposium, held in Saint Petersburg, Russia, on June 10-11, are now available online. The Saint Petersburg Declaration on Gene Doping includes recommendations and conclusions of the meeting. Click here for the documents. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Stresses-Need-of-Multi-Strategy-Approach-to-Fight-against-Doping/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:07 AM The fight against doping in sport needs to be based on a comprehensive approach combining a variety of weapons to be efficient, says WADA’s President John Fahey in the second of a series of b-roll segments posted on WADA’s redesigned online media center. Following a number of high-profile doping cases in the past weeks, Fahey emphasizes three key strategies in the fight against doping: educatio... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-2007-Annual-Report-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:15 AM WADA’s 2007 Annual Report is now available online. To read the Report, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/The-World-Anti-Doping-Agency-Highlights-World-Metrology-Day-2008Measurement-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:25 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is pleased to promote recognition of May 20 as World Metrology Day 2008—Measurement in Sport. Metrology is the science of measurement and annually on May 20 World Metrology Day is celebrated in order to promote the importance of high quality measurement science. The theme for World Metrology Day in 2008 is Measurement in Sport—No games without Measurement . A... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Revised-International-Standards-Now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:27 AM The revised International Standards for Testing (IST) and for Therapeutic Use Exemptions (ISTUE), approved by the Executive Committee of the World Anti-Doping Agency at its meeting on May 10, 2008, in Montreal (Canada), are now available online. These revised International Standards will come into force on January 1, 2009, along with the revised World Anti-Doping Code (Code), and are mandatory... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Advances-Investigations-and-Enforcement-Strategy-Strengthens-Standards-for-Technical-Aspects-of-Programs-to-Combat-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:30 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) advanced strategies to combat doping in sport this weekend at the annual May meetings of its Executive Committee and Foundation Board. The Foundation Board discussed the importance of investigations in increasing the effectiveness of the fight against doping. Said WADA President John Fahey, AC: “Our investigations strategy, launched by WADA in 2006, is based ... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADAs-Third-Gene-Doping-Symposium-to-Consider-Advances-in-Gene-Transfer-Therapies-and-Detection-Methods-Related-Legal-and-Ethical-Issues/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:23 AM WADA is organizing its third Gene Doping Symposium in Saint Petersburg, Russia, on June 10-11, 2008, with the support of the Russian sport authorities. Gene doping represents a threat to the integrity of sport and the health of athletes, and as the international organization responsible for promoting, coordinating and monitoring the global fight against doping in sport in all its forms, WADA is... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Issues-Call-for-Proposals-for-Web-Development-and-Design/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:17 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) issues a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the redevelopment and redesign of the WADA Web site. The deadline for submissions is July 10, 2008. Click here for the RFP. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Gene-Doping-Symposium-Calls-for-Greater-Awareness-Strengthened-Action-against-Potential-Gene-Transfer-Misuse-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:19 AM Participants in the third Gene Doping Symposium organized by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) with the support of the Russian sport authorities today called for greater interactions among the sports community, professional scientific organizations, licensing agencies and clinical research oversight bodies to stimulate awareness of the potential illicit use of gene transfer techniques for... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Second-Round-of-Consultation-and-final-roundBrWADA-Seeks-Comment-on-the-Second-Draft-International-Standard-for-the-Protection-of-Privacy-and-Data-Protection/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:21 AM The International Standard for the Protection of Privacy and Data Protection will form part of the International Standards developed by WADA as part of the World Anti-Doping Program. The purpose of the International Standard for the Protection of Privacy and Data Protection is to ensure that all relevant parties involved in anti-doping in sport apply suitable privacy protection in relation to t... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-John-Fahey/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:45 AM http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-John-Fahey-Restore-the-True-Spirit-of-Sport1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:46 AM As athletes from around the world are finalizing their preparations for the 2008 Olympic and Paralympic Games, WADA's President John Fahey reflects on the need to educate and create a cultural change in sport, in a b-roll segment posted on WADA's redesigned online media center. WADA's work plays a key part in the protection of sport’s integrity and in the global mission to restore the true spir... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/The-Americas-Strengthen-Support-of-WADA-and-the-Fight-Against-Doping/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:47 AM During its most recent summit held in Montevideo (Uruguay), member countries of the American Council of Sports (CADE – Consejo Americano del Deporte) unanimously agreed to a new continental contribution formula that strengthens the financial commitment of the region to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and the global fight against doping in sport.  The agreement is a concrete example of the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Committee-Vacancies-2009/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:43 AM Through WADA’s policy of rotation, there are vacant positions on our Committees each year. WADA is now seeking nominations or reappointments for such positions in preparation for 2009. These are - Athlete Committee (4); Education Committee (4); Finance and Administration Committee (2); and Health, Medical and Research Committee (4). Current composition of the Committees can be found here . WADA... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Beijing-Athletes-Abuzz-over-the-WADA-Hat/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:39 AM At WADA's Outreach center, located In the Athlete Village in Beijing, Olympic athletes are playing a computer game that teaches about the dangers and consequences of doping. For their efforts, athletes are rewarded with the WADA Beijing hat, all the rage at these Olympic Games.               http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-in-Beijing-Notes-Progress-Since-Athens/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:40 AM WADA President John Fahey in his opening remarks to the media gathered in Beijing for the Summer Olympic Games, lauds the progress in anti-doping since the 2004 Athens Games when all sports federations accepted the World Anti-Doping Code. From Athens to Beijing The Hon. John Fahey, A.C. President, World Anti-Doping Agency Introductory Remarks WADA Press Conference August 7, 2008 Beijing, China... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Reiterates-Call-on-Nations-Sports-to-Send-Clean-Athletes-to-Beijing/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:42 AM With the opening of the 2008 Olympic Games only a few days away, WADA's President John Fahey reiterates his call on countries and sports federations to send clean athletes to the Beijing Games, in a b-roll segment posted on WADA’s redesigned online media center. But due to significant efforts including a new world-class laboratory in Beijing, Fahey says he is confident athletes taking steroids ... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-John-Fahey-Restore-the-True-Spirit-of-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:49 AM As athletes from around the world are finalizing their preparations for the 2008 Olympic and Paralympic Games, WADA's President John Fahey reflects on the need to educate and create a cultural change in sport, in a b-roll segment posted on WADA's redesigned online media center. WADA's work plays a key part in the protection of sport’s integrity and in the global mission to restore the true spir... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/New-WADA-Corporate-Video-Outlines-WADAs-Mission-Global-Responsibilities/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:58 AM In the lead-up to the Beijing Olympic and Paralympic Games, during which WADA will provide comprehensive anti-doping monitoring and education resources, WADA has developed a new corporate video outlining the Agency's mission and looking at who is responsible in the global fight against doping in sport. This two-minute video is available in English and French. Click here for the video. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Statement-by-WADA-President-John-Fahey-Following-Coach-Trevor-Grahams-Ban/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:01 AM "The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is satisfied with the decision announced on July 15 by the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) to impose a lifetime ban on track and field coach Trevor Graham. This decision is a strong reminder that those who may assist, encourage or force athletes to cheat will be pursued, and that evidence garnered from law enforcement investigations may be used by... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Statistics-Released-Analysis-by-Laboratories-and-Testing-by-Anti-Doping-Organizations/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:02 AM Pursuant to its responsibilities under the World Anti-Doping Code (Code), WADA publishes annually two sets of statistics, the first set is reported by anti-doping organizations (ADO) on testing performed, and the second set is reported by the accredited anti-doping laboratories on analysis performed. As regards the Testing Statistics, section 14.4 of the Code states that “Anti-Doping... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Comment-on-Draft-Revision-of-ISL/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:57 AM As part of WADA's ongoing efforts to enhance worldwide anti-doping activities under the World Anti-Doping Code (Code), each of the International Standards undergoes periodic revision for fine-tuning based on consultation with WADA's stakeholders. The International Standard for Laboratories (ISL) revision process continued in January-June 2008 after the release of the current version 5.0. This... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Issues-Call-for-Proposals-for-Professional-Technological-Infrastructure-Management-Services/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:51 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) issues a Request for Proposals (RFP) for professional technological infrastructure management services. The deadline for submissions is August 22, 2008. Click here for the RFP. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Thanks-French-Government-for-Contribution-to-Athlete-Passport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:53 AM Following up on their declarations at the Conference on Doping in Cycling held in Paris in October 2007, French Sport Minister Roselyne Bachelot and Secretary of State for Sport Bernard Laporte announced that France had decided to grant US$200,000 to WADA as part of the ongoing development of the Athlete Passport concept. "WADA is very grateful for the extra and significant contribution the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Statement-by-WADA-President-John-Fahey-Following-London-High-Court-Decision-on-Dwain-Chambers/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:36:55 AM "WADA understands and fully respects the London High Court's decision to dismiss Dwain Chambers's request for an injunction allowing him to be able to be selected for the Beijing Olympic Games. Although the decision of a National Olympic Committee not to select an athlete who committed an anti-doping rule violation for its Olympic Games' team is not an anti-doping matter, but rather a selection... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Athlete-Whereabouts-by-SMS-New-Feature-in-ADAMS/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:09 AM A new SMS feature added recently to ADAMS makes it simple for athletes to submit Whereabouts updates using a mobile phone, smart phone, or PDA. While athletes are still required to enter Whereabouts into ADAMS on a quarterly basis, this new SMS feature facilitates updates, especially when Internet is not available. How it works: An athlete enters a short message describing his or her change of... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/iPlay-Truei-Magazine-Outlines-Code-Revisions/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:07 AM A new issue of WADA’s flagship magazine, Play True , is now available. This issue, entitled “A Greater Resolve, a Stronger Code,” depicts the progress and determination of the global anti-doping movement to bolster efforts against doping in sport. Highlights of this issue include the advances made by the Third World Conference on Doping in Sport (November 2007), specifically relating to the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Statement-on-Mitchell-Report/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:31 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) welcomes Sen. George Mitchell’s report exposing the depth of the drug problem and urging progress in the fight against doping in major league baseball. WADA supports many of his conclusions and recommendations, including the recommendation that Major League Baseball must institute a credible testing program that is fully transparent, implemented by an... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Stakeholder-Comments-on-the-Draft-Revision-of-the-International-Standard-for-TUE/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:11 AM WADA is pleased to provide the recently revised second International Standard for Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE), version 1.1, January 2008, for stakeholder review and comment. Click here for the documents. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Call-for-proposals-for-scientific-research-grants-2008/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:01 AM WADA is committed to increasing the volume of research dedicated to developing new and improved detection methods for performance-enhancing substances and methods. Since 2001, WADA has committed more than US$37 million to scientific research. Scientists interested in applying to WADA's scientific research program in 2008 are invited to submit their applications by May 2, 2008. For more... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Former-WADA-President-receives-Laureus-award/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:59 AM Former WADA President Richard W. Pound received this week the 2008 "Spirit of Sport" award from the Laureus World Sports Academy in a ceremony held in Saint-Petersburg, Russia. The Laureus awards recognize every year significant achievments in sports. "The Spirit of Sport Award recognizes the struggle of one man who over 20 years has been a crusader against doping in sport," said former US trac... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Countries-of-the-Americas-Give-Strong-Backing-to-WADA-and-the-Fight-against-Doping/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:06 AM During the eighth meeting of the Americas Council of Sports (CADE), held in Montevideo (Uruguay) on February 14–15, 2008, the CADE member countries expressed their strong commitment to fight against doping in sports and their support of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), its mission and its activities. In a move to fulfill the region’s funding commitments to WADA and to shore up vital resourc... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Llamado-a-concurso-de-proyectos-de-investigacion-cientifica-2008/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:04 AM La Agencia Mundial Antidopaje está comprometida a aumentar el volumen de investigación dedicado a desarrollar nuevos y mejores métodos de detección de sustancias y métodos dopantes. Desde el 2001, la AMA ha invertido más de 37 millones US$ en proyectos de investigación científica. Se invita a los investigadores interesados en el Programa Científico de la AMA 2008 a presentar sus propuestas hast... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-and-CONFEJES-Partner-in-the-Fight-against-Doping/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:24 AM On December 14, 2007, WADA Director General David Howman and CONFEJES* Secretary General Youssouf Fall signed a partnership agreement to promote and facilitate the development of anti-doping programs and activities in the French speaking countries of Africa, particularly in areas where Regional Anti-Doping Organizations are active. The two organizations share common objectives and have a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Hails-Anti-Doping-Research-Partnership/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:22 AM The World Ant-Doping Agency (WADA) applauds the creation of the Partnership for Clean Competition (PCC), a non-profit research entity announced by the United States Olympic Committee (USOC), United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), Major League Baseball (MLB) and National Football League (NFL), for the detection and deterrence of banned and illegal substances in sport. “By bringing together th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Canada-is-Proud-to-Host-World-Anti-Doping-Agency-Headquarters-Until-2021/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:28 AM On December 19, 2007, WADA President Richard W. Pound participated in a ceremony with the Honourable Michael M. Fortier, Canadian Minister of Public Works and Government Services, and several other dignitaries to celebrate the commitment of the governments of Canada and Quebec to hosting the WADA headquarters for an additional ten years, extending the agreement to 2021. Click here for the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/QA-on-Human-Growth-Hormone-Testing/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:26 AM http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Public-Authorities-and-Sport-Movement-Contributions-to-WADA-Reached-Highest-Annual-Level-in-2007/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:16 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced that Government and the Sport Movement contributions to the agency's annual budgets have annually accelerated since public authorities began contributing to WADA's funding in 2002, and by year-end 2007, a record 95.85 percent had been submitted for the year. WADA expects 2008 contributions to exceed this level as all stakeholders around the world... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Applauds-PGA-Tour-Anti-Doping--Initiative/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:13 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency applauds the actions taken by the PGA Tour to institute an anti-doping program based on the World Anti-Doping Code. “The PGA Tour anti-doping program is based in large part on the universally accepted rules, promulgated in 2004, in the World Anti-Doping Code (Code) and related International Standards,” said WADA Director General David Howman. "No sport is immune to... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Criticizes-MLB-and-Union-for-Continued-Evasion-of-Anti-Doping-Reform/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:20 AM WADA Separates Fact from MLB Fiction and Calls for Real Action The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) laments Major League Baseball’s (MLB) and the Players Association’s (MLBPA) continued resistance to implementing meaningful anti-doping reform. “Professional baseball’s response to Sen. Mitchell’s report is baffling,” said WADA President John Fahey. “To suggest that it might continue to keep its... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/IOC-and-WADA-Presidents-Hold-First-Official-Meeting/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:38:18 AM The Presidents of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Jacques Rogge, and of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), the Hon. John Fahey, met today at the IOC headquarters in Lausanne, to discuss cooperation between the two organisations and enhanced strategies in the fight against doping in sport. This was the first official meeting between the two leaders since the commencement of Mr Fahey... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Congratulates-FINA-the-First-Sport-to-Implement-the-Revised-Code/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:42 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency congratulates the International Swimming Federation (FINA) for being the first sport to officially implement the revised World Anti-Doping Code (Code) into the sport's rules. The Code, initially adopted in 2003 by the Sport Movement and governments of the world, is the document harmonizing anti-doping rules and policies in all sports and all countries. Revisions to... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Holds-Third-Investigations-Symposium/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:40 AM Subsequent to the first two WADA Symposia on Investigatory Powers of Anti-Doping Oganizations held in Colorado Springs (2006) and in London (2007), WADA is hosting a third and follow-up symposium on May 1-2 in Sydney, Australia, with the support of the Australian government. This meeting will further the matters raised at the previous meetings and, in particular, review drafts of information-sh... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Eighty-Countries-Have-Now-Ratified-UNESCO-Convention-against-Doping-in-Sport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:46 AM With Italy and Guatemala having completed their ratification procedure, 80 countries have now ratified the UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport, adopted unanimously by the 191 governments present at the UNESCO General Conference in October 2005 and which came into force on February 1, 2007. The UNESCO Convention—the first universal treaty against doping in sport—is the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Fahey-in-China-on-Official-Visit/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:44 AM WADA President John Fahey is in Beijing (China) this week for meetings with the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC) and the Chinese authorities responsible for the fight against doping in the country. To read Mr. Fahey’s speech to the ANOC General Assembly, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Executive-Committee-and-Board-to-Discuss-Enforcement-of-Investigations-Strategies-Code-Compliance-Current-Anti-Doping-Issues-in-Sport-on-May-10-11/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:34 AM The Executive Committee and Foundation Board of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) will meet respectively on Saturday, May 10, and Sunday, May 11, 2008, in Montreal, Canada, for the first time this year. These Executive Committee and Foundation Board meetings will also be the first to be held under the presidency of the Hon. John Fahey since the commencement of his term as WADA President on... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Clarification-on-Inaccurate-Comments-about-Athlete-Whereabouts-Information/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:32 AM Following public comments by representatives from the Professional Players' Federation (PPF - the body representing the English Professional Footballers’ Association and the Professional Cricketers’ Association), the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) would like to clarify the following points. These statements are regrettably based on inaccurate information. During the consultation process for th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Beijing-Issue-of-Play-True-Magazine-Previews-WADAs-Anti-Doping-Role-at-Olympic-and-Paralympic-Games/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:38 AM The Beijing issue of WADA's flagship magazine, Play True , is now available. As the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and International Paralympic Committee prepare for their anti-doping activities during this year's Summer Games, WADA puts in motion the resources and expertise that will oversee a range of important supporting responsibilities. This "Beijing 2008" issue of Play True profile... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Clarification-on-WADAs-Role-in-Florian-Busch-Case/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:36 AM Following misleading information in the public domain, WADA would like to clarify the following points. Contrary to a report posted on May 3 on the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) Web site, WADA has not "cleared" the German ice hockey player Florian Busch from an anti-doping rule violation. As the international independent organization responsible for coordinating and monitoring the... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Responds-to-UCI-Press-Release/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:49 AM On March 20, 2008, the UCI announced in a press release that it and its former president, Hein Verbruggen, had “sued” the former president of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), Richard W. Pound, for “what they perceive as being continual injurious and biased comments by Mr. Pound against UCI and Mr. Verbruggen in the context of the efforts made by them to eradicate doping” from the sport of... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Independent-Legal-Opinion-Finds-Code-Revision-Compatible-with-Fundamental-Rights-of-Athletes/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:57 AM Originally posted on November 15, 2007 An independent legal opinion reviewing article 10.6 of the Revised World Anti-Doping Code (3.0), which proposes increased sanctions for anti-doping rule violations involving aggravating circumstances, has found that the proposal complies with the fundamental rights of athletes. Click here for the executive summary and the full legal opinion. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Announces-Its-2009-Social-Science-Research-Grant-Program/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:51 AM WADA invites applications for its 2009 Social Science Research Grant Program. This Program encourages research in the social sciences to obtain information which will enable more efficient doping prevention strategies. WADA awards research grants to organizations of all types (universities, colleges, small businesses, for-profit or not-for-profit organizations…). The deadline for submissions fo... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Revised-World-Anti-Doping-Code-now-Available/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:55 AM The revised World Anti-Doping Code (Code), which was unanimously approved by the delegates at the Third World Conference on Doping in Sport and adopted by WADA's Foundation Board on November 17, 2007, is now available online. This revised Code will come into force on January 1, 2009. For the revised Code and a Q&A outlining major changes, click here . http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Presentations-from-WADA-Media-Symposium-now-Online1/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:53 AM WADA has now posted online speeches and presentations from the Agency’s Media Symposium, held on February 27 at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland. WADA’s updated press kit can also be downloaded from the Media Center. Click here to access the documents. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/UCI-Lawsuit-Causes-Termination-of-WADA-Pilot-Project-in-Cycling-Athletes-Passport/ Wed 05 May 2010 04:37:48 AM The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced today that, as a result of the UCI’s lawsuit against WADA (see below for WADA’s March 25, statement regarding the UCI lawsuit) and its obvious and inherent legal and practical implications, WADA has withdrawn its support of the UCI in relation to WADA’s pilot project of the “Athlete’s Passport.” WADA maintains its commitment to the Athlete’s Passpor... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-Say-NO-to-Doping-Campaign-during-Ice-Hockey-World-Championships/ Mon 03 May 2010 03:52:10 AM News WADA announced the launch of its latest education and awareness campaign, Say NO! to Doping. The Campaign is intended to provide sport and anti-doping communities with a tool to draw attention to the commitment of athletes to compete free from doping by incorporating green sporting equipment into sport venues. The color green, which represents WADA, evokes health, nature and, for many sports, t... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Suspends-Bogotas-Laboratory-accreditation-from-Anti-Doping-Analyses/ Tue 13 Apr 2010 05:50:03 AM News WADA Suspends Bogota’s Laboratory accreditation from Anti-Doping Analyses WADA has suspended the accredited laboratory in Bogota, Colombia, from carrying out anti-doping analyses for six months. The suspension is in effect as of April 12, 2010. During the suspension period, this laboratory will not be permitted to analyze anti-doping samples. The laboratory may appeal this decision to the Court... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-Young-Social-Science-Investigator-Award/ Thu 08 Apr 2010 04:49:43 AM News WADA is pleased to announce the launch of its Young Investigator’s Award, which encourages masters level students to focus their area of study on anti-doping issues. As part of its social science research activities, WADA will allocate four prizes of US$2,000 each for outstanding and innovative research contributing to the development of effective doping prevention strategies. The deadline for... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Seeks-Expressions-of-Interest-for-2013-World-Conference-Hosting/ Fri 26 Mar 2010 05:27:57 AM News The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is calling on interested cities to bid for the hosting of the 4th World Conference on Doping in Sport, which WADA plans to organize in late 2013. This conference will be the culmination of the next review of the World Anti-Doping Code that WADA will launch in 2012. The review will be based on the model of the Code review process conducted in 2006-2007, leadin... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Backs-German-Government-Decision-on-Anti-Doping-Refunds/ Fri 26 Mar 2010 05:46:13 AM News WADA’s President John Fahey praised the decision of the German Government to request refunds of public grants from a number of national sports federations that have failed to entirely fulfill their responsibilities in the fight against doping. The German Ministry of Interior recently reported that it would request refunds totalling approximately 230,000 Euros from a number of national sports... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Praises-Australian-National-Rugby-League-for-Adopting-Blood-Testing/ Fri 19 Mar 2010 05:24:21 AM News WADA President John Fahey praised the Australian National Rugby League (NRL) for adopting blood testing for hGH and other banned substances out of competition. "I welcome the decision and I congratulate the NRL," said Mr Fahey. "The most effective deterrent to doping in sport is the likelihood of being caught. The more comprehensive the anti-doping program, the greater the chances of catching a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Calls-on-Major-League-Baseball-to-Implement-Human-Growth-Hormone-Testing/ Thu 18 Mar 2010 03:42:20 AM News The President of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), John Fahey, called on Major League Baseball (MLB) and its players’ association (MLBPA) today to implement human growth hormone (hGH) testing. “We continue to read statements from the MLB Commissioner and MLBPA representatives questioning the appropriateness of implementing blood testing in their league. This is nonsense,” said Mr Fahey. “The... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-and-Kontinental-Hockey-League-Sign-Memorandum-of-Understanding/ Thu 25 Feb 2010 10:12:02 AM News WADA and the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL), the Russian ice hockey league, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on February 25 in Vancouver. Through this MoU, the KHL has committed to developing anti-doping rules and protocols in compliance with the World Anti-Doping Code (Code), which WADA will monitor like it does for every signatory of the Code. "WADA is heartened by the willingness ... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Olympic-Athletes-Test-their-Anti-Doping-Knowledge-at-WADA-Outreach-Centers/ Wed 17 Feb 2010 01:44:33 AM News Since the opening of the Olympic Games, hundreds of athletes and support personnel have already visited WADA’s Athlete Outreach Centers in the Whistler and Vancouver Athlete Villages. WADA’s Athlete Outreach Centers offer participants the opportunity to test their anti-doping knowledge by playing WADA’s Play True Quiz and to win the Agency’s special Vancouver 2010 scarves and hats in a fun... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Revamps-Play-True-Quiz/ Tue 09 Feb 2010 07:43:13 AM News WADA has redesigned its Play True Quiz. The Quiz, now available in 22 languages, is an interactive computer game that allows athletes, their entourage and the public at large to test their anti-doping knowledge. The Quiz is an important element of WADA’s Athlete Outreach Program. The new version will be available to athletes at WADA's Athlete Outreach Centers in Vancouver and Whistler during th... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Follow-WADA-on-Facebook-and-Twitter/ Thu 04 Feb 2010 03:12:19 AM WADA has launched an official Facebook page and a Twitter account to promote clean sport and provide updates on its programs and activities. We encourage you to become a “fan” of WADA on Facebook and to spread the word. Visit us at www.facebook.com/wada.ama We also encourage you to become a “follower” of WADA on Twitter. You can find us at http://twitter.com/wada_ama We look forward to meeting... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-President-Hails-Spanish-Court-Decision-in-Whereabouts-Case/ Thu 28 Jan 2010 08:19:05 AM News WADA’s President John Fahey expressed its satisfaction following the decision of a provincial court in Almeria, Spain, to reject the appeal of cyclist Carlos Roman Golbano. This cyclist was challenging the legitimacy of the whereabouts information system implemented by the International Cycling Union (UCI). The latest court decision confirmed a sentence issued in 2007 by a Spanish court which... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/No-Time-to-Rest-on-our-Laurels-Cautions-WADA-President-1/ Thu 28 Jan 2010 08:52:32 AM News On the occasion of WADA’s fifth Media Symposium, held on January 19 at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, WADA’s President John Fahey urged all parties involved in the fight against doping in sport to further intensify their efforts toward clean sport and not to succumb to complacency despite significant progress in the past decade. “It would be easy for the two groups that compose and fund WADA –... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Appointments-2010-Standing-Committees/ Mon 21 Dec 2009 02:30:32 AM News WADA is pleased to announce the appointments of its Standing Committees for the 2010 year. The Standing Committees play a key advisory role in policy and priority development for the international agency responsible for monitoring and coordinating the global fight against doping in sport. Nominations for committee membership are sought each year from WADA’s stakeholders, including governments a... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Richard-Pound-and-Hein-Verbruggen-and-UCI-Reach-Legal-Settlement-/ Tue 15 Dec 2009 10:34:52 AM News On December 15, 2009, a legal settlement was reached before the Vevey, Switzerland, District Court in the case in which the International Cycling Union (UCI) and its former President Hein Verbruggen had sued WADA’s former President Richard Pound. The text of this legal settlement can be found below: Richard Pound acknowledges the fact that some of his comments reported in the media might have... http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/Games-of-the-Small-States-of-Europe-Mediterranean-Games-and-World-Games-Independent-Observer-Reports-Now-Published/ Sat 31 Oct 2009 04:05:06 PM The WADA Independent Observer (IO) reports from the 2009 Games of the Small States of Europe, Mediterranean Games and World Game – held in June and July 2009 – are now available. Click here for the reports. Click here for more information about WADA’s IO Program. http://www.wada-ama.org/en/Media-Center/Archives/Articles/WADA-Launches-New-Web-Site11/ Sat 31 Oct 2009 04:01:59 PM News On October 1, WADA’s Director General David Howman addressed the European Union Sports Directors Meeting in Stockholm, Sweden. Click here to read his speech.