Call for Elections to the Athletes Commission (2027-2031) The International Committee of Sports for the Deaf are actively seeking two (2) candidates for the positions on the ICSD Athletes Commission, specifically with experience in winter sports
Posted: 2026 Sep 01

INNSBRUCK-SEEFELD-TIROL 2027 - Team Sports Qualification Results and Cancelled Events Following the final registration deadline on 15 July 2026, the International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (ICSD) has confirmed the qualified teams and the final status of the sport events for the Winter Deaflympics INNSBRUCK-SEEFELD-TIROL 2027.
Posted: 2026 Jul 17

ICSD Executive Board Decision on the Participation of Belarusian and Russian Deaf Athletes The International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (ICSD) has published the Executive Board Decision on the participation of Belarusian and Russian deaf athletes in ICSD-sanctioned competitions and events. The decision was adopted by the ICSD Executive Board on 7 July 2026 with immediate effect.
Posted: 2026 Jul 07

ICSD Deaf Individual Neutral Athletes (DINA) Regulations - Update In accordance with the ICSD Executive Board decision on the participation of Belarusian and Russian deaf athletes in ICSD-sanctioned competitions and events issued by the ICSD on 7 July 2026, the ICSD is currently reviewing and updating the DINA Regulations and related documents.
Posted: 2026 Jul 07

In Memoriam: Valery Nikitich Rukhledev, Former ICSD President (1948–2026)
Posted: 2026 Apr 09

ICSD Opens New Headquarters in Budapest, Hungary The International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (ICSD) has officially inaugurated its new headquarters in Budapest, Hungary, marking a historic milestone in the organisation’s development and its ongoing mission to elevate the Deaflympics to equal standing alongside the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Posted: 2026 Mar 30

ICSD Decision on Participation of Russian and Belarusian Deaf Athletes in ICSD-Sanctioned Competitions and Events The Executive Board of the International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (ICSD) has reviewed its current policy regarding the participation of Russian and Belarusian Deaf athletes in ICSD-sanctioned competitions and events.
Posted: 2026 Mar 17

ICSD Opens Call for Nominations for Commissions (2026–2029) The International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (ICSD) is pleased to open the nomination process for its Commissions for the 2026–2029 term.
Posted: 2026 Mar 17

ICSD Announces Newly Nominated Summer Sport Directors for the 2025–2029 Cycle
Posted: 2026 Feb 21

Summer Sport Director Positions 2025–2029 – Vacant and Hold-On Positions
Posted: 2026 Feb 20

Call for Applications – Summer Sport Director Positions (2025–2029)
Posted: 2025 Dec 14

Host City for the Summer Deaflympics 2029: Athens, Greece
Posted: 2025 Nov 30

TOKYO 2025 - Statement from the ICSD about DINA athletes
Posted: 2025 Nov 14

TOKYO 2025 - Re-Draw Announced Following Football Men Team Withdrawal
Posted: 2025 Nov 12

Deaflympics Square - Workshops & Information Booth for Athletes & Goodies
Posted: 2025 Oct 15

ICSD Athletes Commission Workshop - Discover Japanese Culture Join the ICSD Athletes Commission Workshop and get ready for the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics! Together with Ikumi Kawamata (Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics Ambassador) and Katrin Neudolt (ICSD Athletes Commission), we'll explore Japanese cul
Posted: 2025 Oct 12

Official Bowling Oil Pattern Drawing – TOKYO 2025 The Official Bowling Oil Pattern Drawing for the 25th Summer Deaflympics Tokyo 2025 will take place on 1 September 2025 at 04:00 UTC (13:00 JST). The event will be live on the ICSD YouTube channel and will determine which of the three oil patterns will be
Posted: 2025 Aug 25

Official Draw Ceremony for Team Sports – TOKYO 2025 The Official Draw for team sports at Tokyo 2025 will take place on 29 July 2025 and be streamed live from the OC Headquarters. Group allocations for Basketball, Football, Handball, and Volleyball will be determined using clear and fair draw principles.
Posted: 2025 Jul 24

ICSD Deaf Individual Neutral Athletes (DINA) Regulations - Update In accordance with the ICSD decision on participation of Russian and Belarusian deaf athletes in ICSD-sanctioned competitions and events issued by the ICSD on 19 December 2023, the Executive Board established the DINA Committee and developed regulations.
Posted: 2025 Jul 24

Media accreditation for TOKYO 2025 - Update It provides information about media accreditation for individuals from countries other than Japan attending the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics.
Posted: 2025 Jun 02

Deaf Sports & Sign Languages Zoom Webinar The Japan Deaf Sports Federation has announced that on 2 February 2025, ICSD President Ádám Kósa and International Sports Director Jürgen Endress will present during the second session of the Japanese Sign Language Research Seminar in Japan.
Posted: 2025 Jan 01

Tokyo 2025: Team Qualification Results and Cancelled Events Official results of team qualifications and events canceled for Tokyo 2025 due to non-compliance with Deaflympics participation rules.
Posted: 2024 Dec 01

Withdrawal Penalty Fees and Administrative Changes Requirements The ICSD has approved withdrawal penalty fees for World Championships and Deaflympics. Federations must update leadership information via OMS.
Posted: 2024 Dec 01

Call for Proposal: Relocation of ICSD Headquarter The ICSD is relocating its headquarters from Lausanne, Switzerland, to reduce costs and improve operational support. Member federations are invited to submit proposals by 31 December 2024, meeting specific financial, logistical, and compliance criteria, i
Posted: 2024 Dec 01

Key Updates for National Deaf Sports Federations: Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics Preparations Key updates for Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics: Games Service Guide, flag/anthem submission, accommodation reservations, and essential deadlines for National Deaf Sports Federations. Access details via the Delegations Page.
Posted: 2024 Dec 01