Iran Rowing Federation to Benefit from International Partnership Program
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The International Canoe Federation and British Canoeing said the Iranian Canoe, Sailing and Rowing Federation is to be the first to benefit from the recently launched International Partnership Program (IPP).
This program is the result of the combined efforts of Dr Cecilia Farias (Vice President of the ICF), and British Canoeing who have teamed together to plan, develop and deliver the Program to support the development of National Federations (NFs) within the ICF, canoeicf.com reported.
The Program benefits from the financial support and experience of UK Sport’s International Relations department who have run a number of similar programs with other sports.
The IPP aims to inspire and support National Canoeing Federations around the world to improve their governance, strategic planning and sport delivery, so that by 2024 there are more participants, members and more countries entering athletes into international competitions.
Delivery of the program will commence in 2022 by Webinar but it is hoped that some face to face delivery can take place later if coronavirus restrictions permit.
“The ICF is delighted that the Iranian Canoe, Sailing and Rowing Federation are taking part in this new program. Our hope is that with improved governance, strategic planning and sport delivery more National Federations can join the worldwide growth of canoeing and improved international performances,” Farias said.
President of the Iranian Canoe, Sailing and Rowing Federation Alireza Sohrabian is happy with the program.
“This is an exciting opportunity for canoeing in Iran. We are keen to learn from other nations and improve our overall delivery of the sport along with achieving increased international success. We would like to thank the ICF, British Canoeing and UK Sport for supporting us,” he said.
