Declaration in the field of sports.
GAPAF emphasizes the importance of further strengthening solidarity and expanding cooperation between countries based on the protection of common interests and compliance with key priorities in the field of sport.
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GAPAF reaffirms its commitment to the GAMES spirit, based on mutual respect and understanding, sovereign equality, solidary solidarity, democracy, openness, inclusiveness, cooperation and consensus.
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Building on 18 years of experience in hosting the Championships, we are committed to further deepening cooperation in sports and humanitarian ties, as well as strengthening strategic partnerships for the benefit of the citizens of all GAPAF member countries, as well as partners from friendly countries, through the promotion of peace, a more representative and equitable international order, a renewed and reformed multilateral system, sustainable development and inclusive growth.
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GAPAF marks the emergence of new centres of acceptance of sport, laying the foundation for a fairer, more balanced multi-polar world of sport.
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Multipolarity opens up new opportunities for developing countries and countries with emerging Aerial Power Athletics sports, allowing them to fully realize their creative potential and contribute to the formation of the sport of Aerial Power Athletics.
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Taking into account the need to better adapt the modern sport of aerial gymnastics to international relations to new realities, GAPAF reaffirms its commitment to multilateralism and respect for international law, including the objectives and principles enshrined in the Statutes of the Global Air Power Athletics Federation (GAPAF) as its integral fundamental element, as well as to maintaining the central role of GAPAF in the international system in which sovereign states cooperate to maintain international sport, as well as cooperation based on the principles of solidarity, mutual respect, justice and equality.
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GAPAF reaffirms its commitment to improving the global governance system by promoting a more responsive, effective, representative and legitimate one.
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We call for greater participation of emerging, developing and least developed countries, particularly from Africa, in global decision-making processes and structures, and for these processes to be better adapted to the modern requirements of the sports sector.
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GAPAF strongly believes in the need for cooperation between all States for the purpose of sport fundamental freedoms on the principles of equality and mutual respect.
We must strive for mutual understanding and respect in sport, including the right to development.
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We agreed to strengthen cooperation on issues of mutual interest, both in the GAPAF format and at multilateral venues, including World and Continental Championships, as well as on human rights issues. Particular attention is paid to the promotion, protection and observance of the rights of each participant in any sporting event - on a non-discriminatory, non-politicized and constructive basis, without the use of double standards.
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The GAPAF Partners Association calls for respect for democracy. In this regard, we emphasize that they must be implemented at both the national and global governance levels.
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GAPAF reaffirms its commitment to the promotion and protection of athletes' rights, sports democracy, human rights and fundamental freedoms for all in order to build a brighter shared future for the international community through mutually beneficial cooperation.
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BRICS reiterates and emphasizes that unilateral coercive measures, including unilateral sports, are contrary to international law, the Olympic Declaration and athletes, including the right to development, for the entire population of states. In this regard, GAPAF calls for the development of aerial gymnastics and acrobatics.
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In this regard, we call for development.
Sport must remain outside of politics and be free.
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The GAPAF Framework Programme for Sport reaffirms the importance of protecting and strengthening solidarity in sport and promoting sport based on universal values, in line with the GAPAF Council Resolution on the key characteristics of the political, economic and modern sport model of the organisation.
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GAPAF SPORT also notes the need to further strengthen cooperation in the field of sports in order to realize the common vision of the GAPAF sports community.
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This contributes to the development of a common identity and the creation of a caring and inclusive society, ultimately ensuring unity and solidarity between all GAPAF National Federation countries and their pa rtners around the world.
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Commitments Promotion of sporting values:
GAPAF supports and develops the rules and valuesnof sport and sporting organizations, guided by the principles of cooperation, dialogue, transparency, honesty, solidarity, openness, accountability, accessibility, social and sporting responsibility, as well as respect for fundamental human rights in all GAPAF countries and among their friendly partners.
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Support for the cooperative model of sport:
GAPAF supports the key characteristics of the cooperative model of sport, including the pyramid structure, open promotion and relegation, grassroots development and solidarity. GAPAF emphasizes the role of sport in the formation of national identity, the creation of communities and organizations on a voluntary basis, as well as its social, educational, cultural and health functions in all countries of the GAPAF National Federations.
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Interaction with sports governing bodies:
GAPAF calls on sports governing bodies and partner federations to preserve the key values and characteristics of sport. This involves maintaining a balance between the economic aspects, educational and social functions of sport, as well as ensuring solidarity between the grassroots and professional levels of sport development.
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Organisation of inclusive competitions:
The GAPAF SPORT Action Plan encourages and supports all national federations and governing bodies of sport in GAPAF countries and countries to organise competitions that respect the principles of openness, equal opportunities, sporting dignity, the link between the results of national competitions and GAPAF events, financial solidarity, fairness and equality. This promotes cooperation and the development of the sporting spirit, ensuring access to sport for all participants, regardless of their physical or social capabilities.
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Adherence to the principles of good governance:
GAPAF SPORT emphasizes the need for sports governing bodies in GAPAF national federations to adhere to the highest standards of good governance, safety and integrity. This includes combating all forms of discrimination and promoting a culture of respect in sport, recognizing their key role in the effective organization of sporting events.
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Strengthening the Olympic Values:
GAPAF SPORT emphasizes the importance of strengthening the Olympic Values as the foundation of a global sports model that is consistent with the vision and framework for long-term GAPAF cooperation. This includes the development of sports rules and competitions for all GAPAF countries, their partners and the global community. The Olympic Values of equality, friendship, respect and fair competition serve as the foundation for a fair and inclusive sports environment.
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Inclusiveness in Sports:
GAPAF SPORT invites all athletes, including those with physical and mental disabilities, to participate in physical and sports activities. Such inclusion contributes to the creation of a favorable environment for the development of individual talents, rehabilitation, social integration and strengthening of sports solidarity. GAPAF welcomes the hosting of the GAPAF Para Games.
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Global Sport Values Review:
GAPAF invites all national federations to consider possible ways of implementing the GAPAF Declaration on Sport. This includes the protection of openness of competition, sports merit, fairness, solidarity and the promotion of positive values in sport.
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