IWF and ITA Host Successful Clean Sport Education Webinar for Coaches
A total of 362 participants, including coaches, athletes and administrators, attended the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) and International Testing Agency (ITA) Clean Sport Education webinar for Coaches on March 19, 2026. The webinar received an average satisfaction rating of 9.2/10 from attendees.
Webinar Highlights and Participation
IWF President Mohammed Jalood and General Secretary José Quiñones welcomed participants, although Colin Buckley, IWF International Coach Licence manager, emphasized the initiative’s importance for weightlifting coaches. The webinar drew a diverse audience, comprising 241 coaches, 63 athletes, and 31 administrators. Türkiye was the most represented country, with 46 participants.
Key Topics Covered
The webinar addressed crucial aspects of clean sport, including:
- Anti-doping roles and responsibilities
- Member Federation’s categorization
- Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUEs)
- Testing processes
- Reporting procedures
IWF and ITA Collaboration
This webinar is part of the ongoing IWF/ITA Clean Sport Education program, which also includes in-person seminars at major IWF events. The IWF and ITA have been working closely together since 2019, with the ITA overseeing all anti-doping operations on behalf of the IWF [1]. This partnership ensures transparency and reliability in anti-doping efforts.
Continued Commitment to Clean Sport
The IWF and ITA remain committed to protecting clean athletes and promoting integrity in weightlifting. The IWF currently delegates a wide range of anti-doping services to the ITA, including testing, results management, intelligence gathering, and education [2]. Recent sanctions issued by the ITA demonstrate this commitment, with weightlifter Dinh Thi Pham receiving a 2-year ban on March 5, 2026, and Neisi Patricia Dajomes Barrera sanctioned with a 14-month period of ineligibility on February 27, 2026 [2].
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