NOC Commissions’ Meetings on Ethics, Sports Psychology & Education

Iran NOC; Tehran: In a significant move to enhance athlete welfare and strategic positioning, the National Olympic Committee hosted concurrent meetings for its key commissions. The Sports Psychology and Counseling Commission’s 17th session, held at the National Olympic Academy, focused on finalizing 2025 resolutions and charting a course towards establishing the Academy as a regional hub for sports psychology in West Asia. Attendees, including Mohammad Tabe, Director of the National Olympic Academy, reviewed passed resolutions and discussed strategies for accelerated implementation. He Highlighted the importance of international cooperation and the potential for the NOA and NOC to leverage its specialized resources and the Academy’s facilities to achieve this regional leadership goal.

In parallel, the Ethics Commission convened at the Shahid Foroutan Hall, dedicating its session to refining executive and training programs specifically designed for athletes and sports delegations. During this meeting, three new honorary members were welcomed. The commission reviewed progress on educational curricula aimed at preparing athletes for international competitions and discussed its operational plans for the current and upcoming years. The overarching objective remains to champion ethical conduct in sports, adhering to established regulations and fostering a culture of integrity.

The National Olympic Committee’s Education Commission also held its second meeting, focusing on the Ministry of Education’s “Shamim” project and its potential contribution to Olympic objectives. During the meeting, Dr. Jafari, Deputy Minister of Physical Education and Health for the Ministry of Education, presented the “Shamim” project. He outlined how existing educational resources can support the Olympic Movement’s goals. Commission members provided feedback and suggestions for the effective implementation of the proposed program.