ICSS Statement WADA Independent Commission Report #2
The revelations by the WADA Independent Commission (IC) and the findings of its second report have provided another clear reminder about the significant role governance plays in protecting clean athletes and the integrity of sport, both on and off the field of play, as well as the enormous damage that corrupt and inept governance can... Read More
ICSS President and Advisory Board Member recognised as Influential in Business Ethics
ICSS President, Mohammed Hanzab, and ICSS Advisory Board Member, Michael Hershman, have been recognised as two of the most influential people in the world of business ethics – according to a new list published by The Ethisphere® Institute. Following a turbulent year for the world of sport, the nomination of the Founder and President of... Read More
Save the Dream – Making a Difference
Crisis, Conflict and Natural Disaster have a significant human impact on people around the world. In particular, it can change the lives of many children and young people, often taking away their right to education and access to play sport. In 2015, the world has witnessed numerous tragedies, resulting in many families and young people... Read More
ICSS Statement on FIFA Judicial Chamber Decision
“The International Centre for Sport Security notes the decision of the Judicial Chamber of the FIFA Ethics Committee acting on the advice of the Investigations Chamber to suspend Joseph Blatter, FIFA President and Michel Platini, FIFA Vice President from all football activities for eight years. Further appeal access is available to both persons, so this... Read More
Fan Experience – Active Supporter Groups
Andrew Cooke – Director Security Operations Creating a compelling active supporter fan experience is vital to producing a world-class sporting event. Designing a safe, enjoyable and high quality active supporter-orientated event ensures the success of the match, team, club and governing body. Read full article
ICSS Statement on FIFA Reform Proposals
Following the announcement that the FIFA Executive Committee has unanimously approved the proposals put forward by the 2016 FIFA Reform Committee, the International Centre for Sport Security has made the following statement: “The proposals unanimously approved by the FIFA Executive Committee and put forward to the Extraordinary FIFA Congress today are a welcome step forward.... Read More
Save the Dream and Global Child Forum Unite to Advance Children’s Rights in Sports
Save the Dream and Global Child Forum are pleased to announce a strategic partnership aimed at safeguarding children in sport. Global Child Forum, a leading global platform for the promotion and advancement of children’s rights will collaborate with Save the Dream on a series of specific initiatives which address the situation of childrens’ rights and... Read More
ICSS Delivers Training Course on Securing FIFA World Cups
As part of its commitment to safeguarding sport, the International Centre for Sport Security recently completed a training course on Safety and Security at FIFA World Cups. With the influx of tens of thousands of people, major sport events, including FIFA World Cups, require a substantial amount of planning and coordination between national, regional, and... Read More
Statement on Court Of Appeal’s Judgement on Dan Tan’s Appeal
Chris Eaton, Executive Director Sport Integrity at the International Centre for Sport Security released the following statement regarding the Court Of Appeal’s Judgement on Dan Tan’s Appeal. “In a totally globalised world, where actions in one part of the world can easily impact anywhere else in the world, how quaintly 19th Century and out-of-touch is... Read More
International Policing and Anti-Corruption Expert joins ICSS Integrity Unit
The International Centre for Sport Security (ICSS) has continued to demonstrate its commitment to enhancing integrity in sport today by announcing the appointment of one of the world’s leading anti-corruption experts, Dale Sheehan, to its team. As a former Assistant Commissioner with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), and Director at INTERPOL, Sheehan guided the... Read More