IOC publishes Olympic Agenda 2020 - 40 proposals to transform Games
International Olympic Committee has today published its long-awaited Olympic Agenda 2020 report, a strategic roadmap for the future of the Olympic Movement.
The report consists of 40 proposals which are aimed at transforming and “future proofing” the IOC and its operations.
Varying from changes to the bidding process and improving ethics to the launch of a new Olympic TV Channel, the proposals will be discussed and voted on by the full IOC membership at the 127th IOC Session on 9 December in Monaco.
One of the key suggestions is to make the initial stages of the bidding process for Summer and Winter Olympic Games more attractive by adding an “invitational phase” to the proceedings.
During the new, first phase cities considering a bid will be advised about the opportunities an official bid offers – in particular to legacy and sustainability.
Speaking at the launch of the Agenda 2020 document, IOC president Thomas Bach called it the “culmination of a year of open, transparent and widespread debate and discussion”.
He added: “These 40 recommendations are like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle. When you put them together, a picture emerges that shows the IOC safeguarding the uniqueness of the Olympic Games and strengthening sport in society.”
To read the full report and the 40 recommendations, click here.
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