Media Accreditation
Cover GAPAF Events
GAPAF welcomes responsible media coverage that contributes to an accurate public understanding of Aerial Power Athletics, its athletes and its international community. Media accreditation is granted to verified professionals for a specific GAPAF event and remains subject to venue capacity, operational requirements and event-specific conditions.
Who May Apply
Applications are assessed according to professional relevance, editorial purpose, available capacity and the requirements of the event.
Eligible Applicants
- Journalists and editors representing established print, broadcast, news agency or online media.
- Professional sports and editorial photographers.
- Television, radio and recognised production teams.
- Established digital creators and podcasters with demonstrable editorial activity.
- Authorised media representatives of participating national federations or partner organisations.
Commercial promoters, fan accounts, private photographers and accompanying persons are not normally eligible unless specifically approved.
Accreditation May Provide
- Entry to designated media areas and press facilities.
- Press briefings and mixed-zone opportunities where available.
- Official schedules, results and event media materials.
- Photography and filming from authorised positions.
- Operational support from the GAPAF Media & Communications team.
Access to the field of play, athlete-only, technical, medical, anti-doping, safeguarding or other restricted areas is not included unless expressly authorised.
Application Requirements
Applications must be submitted before the event-specific deadline. Incomplete or unverifiable applications may not be considered.
- Valid passport or professional identification at badge collection.
- Assignment letter or editorial commission from the represented organisation.
- Links to recent published work and the outlet's official website or professional channels.
- Description of the planned coverage and any interview requests.
- List of professional photo, video or audio equipment.
- Insurance, permits or broadcast rights where required.
- Agreement to GAPAF safety, safeguarding, privacy and media rules.
Accreditation Process
Submit
Complete the online application and attach supporting credentials.
Verification
GAPAF verifies the applicant, outlet and intended coverage.
Decision
A written decision or request for further information is sent by email.
Collection
Approved media collect a personal badge and attend any required briefing.
Coverage
Links to published coverage may be requested after the event.
Media Rules
- Accreditation is event-specific, personal and non-transferable.
- The badge must remain visible and be shown to authorised personnel on request.
- Media activity must not obstruct athletes, officials, spectators, operations or emergency routes.
- Instructions from GAPAF, the organiser, venue security and technical officials must be followed.
- The privacy, dignity and safety of participants must be respected, with particular care regarding minors and vulnerable persons.
- Flash photography is prohibited where indicated. Drones, remote cameras and fixed equipment require prior written approval.
- Live streaming, broadcast exploitation and commercial redistribution require separate written rights approval.
- GAPAF names, marks and event imagery may not be used to imply sponsorship, partnership or endorsement.
- Accreditation may be suspended or revoked for misrepresentation, unsafe conduct or breach of these conditions.
Apply for Media Accreditation
Please complete all required fields in the application form below. Every request is reviewed individually, and the Media & Communications team may contact you for additional information.
Travel, accommodation, visas, insurance and other expenses remain the responsibility of the applicant unless confirmed otherwise in writing.
Information to Prepare
The official application form will appear immediately below this section.
Media & Communications Office
For accreditation enquiries, include the event name and “Media Accreditation” in the subject line.
