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SportAccord launches programme to tackle match-fixing - 11th January 2012

SportAccord has enhanced its drive to eradicate corruption from sport by launching a global programme designed to guard against match-fixing.

Peace and Sport Forum kicks off in Monaco - 26th October 2011

The fifth edition of the Peace and Sport International Forum kicked off yesterday with an influential collection of sporting, political and economical leaders meeting in Monaco.

Empowerment Through Sport program to launch in China - 29th March 2011

Barclays Spaces for Sports and Right To Play have linked up to launch a three-year program to use sport to enhance the lives of disadvantaged migrant children in China.

NBA signs strategic partnership with Royal Bafokeng Nation - 22nd February 2011

The National Basketball Association (NBA) has linked up with the Royal Bafokeng Nation to create a basketball development programme in the North West Province of South Africa.

Volvo Ocean Race reveals youth sailing program - 20th January 2011

The Volvo Ocean Race has unveiled its new youth sailing initiative, the Volvo Ocean Race Academy, which will involve children from each of the sailing event’s host ports through a series of activities.

SportBusiness Group and SportAccord strike deal - 30th April 2010

SportBusiness Group has become a media partner of the sports federation organisation SportAccord under a new deal announced yesterday at the SportAccord convention.

FIFA executive to speak on CIES course - 30th March 2010

FIFA head of strategy and brand management Ralf Straus has been enlisted to speak to students on the International Centre for Sports Studies' new public sector sports strategy course.

Federations welcome training in sports strategy for public sector - 11th March 2010

International sports federations are looking for host cities with a clear sports strategy, and believe bidders could save time and money by undergoing training in sports strategy, according to a survey by the International Centre for Sports Studies (CIES).

Middle East Dynasties And NBA team up for global peace initiative - 6th March 2009

Abu Dhabi will play host to the third Generations For Peace camp by bringing together leaders of youth from nine Asian and African countries troubled by conflict.

ESA educational programme launched - 9th February 2009

The European Sponsorship Association launched an educational programme designed to provide the skills and insight for career development.