Since the modified rule changes were published on our website, the IWF has received many comments from all over the world. Here are some examples: „My sincere THANKS to the Executive Council and Members of the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) for allowing women of all faiths to compete while wearing modest attire that will ensure […]
On 29th June 2011, the IWF Congress took place in Penang, Malaysia, at the Equatorial Hotel. The Congress was chaired by IWF President Dr. Tamas Ajan and Ms. Lydia Ong Kok Fooi, Penang’s Minister of Sport was also in attendance among the dignitaries. Delegates from 60 countries were present. During the IWF Congress, the Reports of […]
INTERNATIONAL WEIGHTLIFTING FEDERATION CREATES MORE INCLUSIVE SPORT ENVIRONMENT (Penang, MAS) The International Weightlifting Federation (IWF) demonstrated its progressive strength today during the Junior World Championships by presenting alternatives to its traditional competition costumes. The newly approved competition costume modification promotes and enables a more inclusive sport environment and breaks down barriers to participation. The […]
After the Committee Meetings, the IWF Executive Board held its scheduled Meeting in Penang, Malaysia at the Hotel Equatorial. Among other items, the Executive Board accepted the affiliation of 2 new countries: Botswana and Curacao. The Executive Board will propose them for ratification as new members of the IWF to the Congress to be held […]
The 3 IWF Committees held their meeting yesterday in Penang, Malaysia right before the Junior World Championships starting on 30th June. Technical Committee Among several items of the Technical Committee’s agenda, a short study on the introduction minimum standards for weightlifting was discussed. The Technical Committee gave an update of: the weightlifting clothing the […]