What is International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) Athletes’ Commission?

What is International Olympic Committee's (IOC) Athletes' Commission?

The IOC Athletes’ Commission is a body of sportspersons maintained by the IOC for the purpose of representing athletes.

It was established in 1981 and its creation was codified by the IOC in Rule 21 of the Olympic Charter.

The athletes commission works as a consultative body and act as link between active athletes and the IOC.

It makes recommendations to the IOC’s executive bodies. Its chair serves as a member of the IOC Executive Board.

It meets once or twice a year, and also organises an Athletes’ Forum once every two years.

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