April 15, 2024
Sport Science Research Grants Closes 24 May 2024
The BWF Sport Science Research Grants programme enables research institutions and individual researchers to apply for research grants to assist in the funding of applied sport science research in badminton. Players and ex-players who are interested in furthering their studies at Masters or PhD level in the area of badminton research are encouraged to apply for this grant.
April 15, 2024
BWF Makes Presentation at SONA
BWF was invited to participate in the Special Olympics North America (SONA) Sport for Inclusion Business Meeting 2024, held in New Orleans (USA) from 20-24 February 2024.
April 2, 2024
A Spectacular Conclusion to the Premier AirBadminton Tournament in the Region
The AirBadminton courts at the Dubai Police Officer’s Club in Al Jadhaf, Dubai, witnessed an exhilarating display of world-class badminton over the past two weekends during the Dubai Police Ramadan AirBadminton Tournament 2024. Organized by the Dubai Police as part of their esteemed Ramadan Games 2024 and executed in collaboration with the UAE Badminton Federation, the tournament attracted nearly 200 players, showcasing the growing popularity and prestige of the sport in the region.
April 2, 2024
BWF Female Participation Grant Elevates Para Badminton Talent to Global Spotlight
Badminton World Federation’s (BWF) Female Participation Grant has been a game-changer for 14 extraordinary female para players, propelling them onto the global stage at the NSDF Royal Beach Cliff BWF Para Badminton World Championships 2024.
April 2, 2024
Pioneering Para Badminton Coaching Course Makes History in UAE
12 attendees from around the globe, including Brazil, Uganda, and Australia, came together for a pioneering Level 1 BWF coaching course specifically tailored for para coaches in January 2023. The course, which took place in Ajman City, United Arab Emirates,
March 15, 2024
Friendship Around the Shuttlecock
The organisation of a Shuttle Time programme in southern Senegal involving multiple stakeholders and beneficiaries is expected to provide a boost to the sport in the region, which borders Gambia.
March 8, 2024
International Women’s Day: Jiang’s Journey to Unite the Sporting World
Jiang Yanmei, now a badminton coach, epitomises inclusion and diversity in sports as Badminton World Federation (BWF) celebrates International Women’s Day. With a badminton career under her belt, reaching a career high of world No.7 in women’s doubles with Li Yujia, Jiang who participated in the Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, reflects on her career and her commitment to breaking new ground while fostering a sense of belonging for all athletes, coaches in the badminton community.
March 7, 2024
Egypt to Receive Enhanced Membership Grant
Egypt Badminton Federation has been identified as the recipient of the Enhanced Membership Grant Programme, a new pilot project aimed at increasing the capacity of Member Associations in countries of strategic importance and with significant growth potential.
February 7, 2024
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) is proud to announce its partnership with Simply Sport Foundation.
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) is proud to announce its partnership with Simply Sport Foundation. Simply Sport Foundation’s mission is to empower grassroots athletes in India, nurturing their growth in sports and life, and supporting underprivileged youth in India who lack the necessary resources and social structures to pursue professional sports.