February 7, 2024
Badminton to Counter Drug Abuse in Sierra Leone
An innovative badminton project to combat drug abuse among children and young people in Sierra Leone received enthusiastic response and has led to promising initiatives such as a badminton academy. The “Smash The Streets” project was conducted from 26 November to 17 December 2023 in Makeni, Lunsar and Western Area of Sierra Leone.
February 6, 2024
Fresh Intake for Sports Management Scholarship Programme 2024
Badminton World Federation, in collaboration with the World Academy of Sport (WAoS), has launched a new cycle of scholarships for the Postgraduate Certificate in International Sports Management offered by the WAoS and the University of London.
December 21, 2023
YOG Legacy Plan: Catalyst for African Badminton Development
In the heart of Dakar, where the rhythm of life beats with the vibrant spirit of Senegal, BWF set in motion a legacy plan for the Youth Olympic Games (YOG) in 2026.
December 14, 2023
Para Badminton Initiatives 2024
Information on opportunities to nominate participants to attend National Level 1 & National Level 2 Classifier workshops, which will take place in 2024. Alongside, the criteria and application process to access the Female Participation Grants for Para badminton athletes in 2024.
December 14, 2023
ISF U18 Gymnasiade 2024 – World School Sport Games – Open for Registration Now
Badminton is one of 25 sports being hosted at the ISF U18 Gymnasiade 2024 – World School Sport Games, being held in Manama, Bahrain from 23 – 31 October 2024.
December 3, 2023
Empowering Dreams: BWF-IPC Para Badminton Workshop Ignites Passion and Possibilities in Africa
In a celebration of talent, determination, and inclusion, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on 3 December takes on a special resonance this year, marked by the echoes of the Badminton World Federation (BWF) and International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Para Badminton Sport Technical Workshop.
December 3, 2023
Triumph Beyond the Court: Athletes Shine as Graduates of Dual Career Programme
In a groundbreaking initiative launched in 2020, the BWF – (World Academy of Sport) WAoS scholarship programme aimed to empower dual-career athletes, providing them with the unique opportunity to balance elite sporting endeavours with education.
November 16, 2023
Dorsa Yavarivafa: A Refugee’s Journey of Olympic Dreams
In the world of sports, tales of determination and steadfast spirit often stand out as the most inspiring. Dorsa Yavarivafa’s journey from her birthplace in Iran to her dream of becoming a badminton champion is one such story. Born in Tehran, her life took an unexpected turn when, due to safety reasons, they were forced to flee the country. Her father, a semi-professional table tennis player who had introduced her to badminton at the age of nine, had to stay behind.
November 9, 2023
Reaching Out to Young Minds
The BWF Player Education – Dual Career initiative delivered from 25 September to 4 October 2023 during the BWF World Junior Championships in Spokane, offered three activities: information booth, focus group sessions and IOC Athlete365 Career+ Self Discovery workshop.