International Canoe Federation

We continued our Sustainability and the Future of Paddle Sport Webinar Series by showcasing the impact of the DECK project. Led by the Italian Canoe Kayak Federation, the DECK project aims to establish environmental standards for sustainable paddle sport events and helps organisers integrate sustainability into governance, operations and event delivery. During the webinar, which amassed more than 170 registrations, speakers shared their experiences, progress, and knowledge. They explained how sustainability principles can be successfully integrated into paddle sport events and organisational structures. ICF Vice President Dr. Cecilia Farias said: “We are responsible for incorporating once and for all the practices that could ensure that our planet will be a cozy home for generations to come. Youth are the guardians of the legacy that this project leaves.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/esBSnTwu

The first edition of Paddle Forward is officially live! 🛶   What’s inside: • Canoe Slalom making waves with its return to Africa • Second event of sustainability webinar series exploring the DECK Project on February 25 • Women’s Symposium on gender-inclusive leadership and safeguarding on March 7 • 4-part Wildwater Canoeing coaching seminar 👉 Read more to see how we’re shaping the future of paddle sport and hit "subscribe" to stay ahead of the current.

A fantastic line-up of speakers will share their experiences, progress, and knowledge, explaining how sustainability principles can be successfully integrated into paddle sport events and organisational structures - ICF Vice President Dr. Cecilia Farias (Host) - Matthew Campelli (Moderator) - Anna Merlini (Speaker) - Georgia Griva (Speaker) The second installment of our Sustainability Webinar Series will take place on February 25 Register now! For all the details, click here: https://lnkd.in/ezA9JQfS

Ready to make an impact in the world of paddle sport? The ICF is hiring a Finance & Administration Project Manager for our Budapest headquarters. We need a proactive leader to: - oversee financial reporting and compliance. - support strategic financial planning for ICF initiatives. - collaborate across departments to drive efficiency. Be part of our next chapter. Click the link for full details: https://lnkd.in/ev2yzvt6

The ICF is proud to host the II Women’s Symposium Webinar Taking place on March 7, this symposium highlights the importance of safeguarding, ethical responsibility, and gender-inclusive leadership in shaping the future of paddle sport Registration is now open For all the details, click here: https://lnkd.in/ggJ3DXrW

After the great success of our first Sustainability Webinar, we can bring you another one this month On February 25, Sustainability and the Future of Paddle Sport will take place with a focus on the DECK project Registration is NOW open For details, click here https://lnkd.in/ezA9JQfS

The ICF's growing partnership with the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) saw the global governing body for paddle sport support a five-day Executive Diploma in Sports Diplomacy in Geneva, Switzerland. ICF Vice President Lluis Rabaneda Caselles was among the panelists on day one, as part of the roundtable on leadership in international sports fields. https://lnkd.in/g8PiNMSy

Today, the ICF celebrates its 102nd anniversary What started as an organisation with four founding members has grown to a global governing body with 171 National Federations A Century of Paddling chronicles the rich history of paddle sport since the ICF was born under its former name Internationale Repräsentantenschaft für Kanusport on January 19, 1924 The book is filled with stunning photographs and amazing stories highlighting landmark moments over the past century while showcasing the beauty of the ICF’s 10 disciplines and their connection with nature Read here: https://vist.ly/4ndwp

Exciting developments in Azerbaijan with plans to establish a new top-class whitewater course The project will be presented in March when Baku hosts our Board of Directors meeting Read more: https://vist.ly/4mzxb #ICFdevelopment #Azerbaijan #CanoeSlalom

A new short film has been released celebrating Canoe Freestyle's heart, skill, and global community The Spirit of Canoe Freestyle follows the sport’s biggest names and tells the most inspiring stories “Canoe Freestyle is the best sport in the world. If you don’t believe me, you are probably not doing it" - freestyle legend Eric Jackson Watch now: https://vist.ly/4mjtm #ICFfreestyle #CanoeFreestyle