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Paris GS 2026
Unity, Solidarity and the Promotion of Universal Peace Set the Tone in Paris

The Paris Grand Slam opened in spectacular fashion inside the Accor Arena, with a ceremony that celebrated ...

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Judo as a Path to Confidence: The IJF Refugee Team in Visé

For Vahid Sarlak, pride does not come from medals or results alone but from commitment, resilience and ...

Judo for Peace
The Year Begins with International Exchange

The new year began with energy and purpose for Judo for Peace South Africa (JFPSA), which welcomed two ...

Judo for Peace
From Ethiopia to Germany: Judo as a Bridge for Peace

A few weeks ago, Dr Tsegaye Degineh was appointed to the IJF Judo for Peace Commission, marking an important ...

Judo for Peace
2025: A Year of Judo, Encounters and Peace

For Franz Kofler, judo has always been far more than a competitive sport.

Judo for Peace
From Dialogue to the Tatami

For three days, Geneva hosted representatives from across the globe for the Global Refugee Forum Progress ...

Judo for Peace
IJF Signs Sport for Refugees Coalition Joint Statement

The IJF is proud to be a signatory to the Sport for Refugees Coalition statement issued ahead of the ...

Judo for Peace
Judo for Peace Shines in Maheba

On Monday 17th November 2025, the Judo Association of Zambia (JAZ) and its long-standing partner, the ...

Judo for Peace
Building Peace and Connection Through Sport

From 24th October to 2nd November 2025, Judo for Peace South Africa (JFPSA) hosted the Judo Without Borders ...

WJD 2025 PEACE
WJD 2025: Azerbaijan Celebrates the Spirit of Judo

Among the many nations that celebrated World Judo Day 2025 with remarkable enthusiasm, Azerbaijan stood ...

WJD 2025 PEACE
The World Judo Family Unites for Peace on World Judo Day

A few days ago, the global judo community came together across all corners of the planet to celebrate ...

Judo for Peace
Building Legality Through Judo

“Here we build legality, we don’t run away.” With these powerful words, Nicola Gratteri, Chief ...