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Who we are
The International Mountaineering and Climbing Federation (UIAA) brings together millions of men, women and children joined by their passion for mountains.

Our Mission Statement
The UIAA promotes the growth and protection of mountaineering and climbing worldwide by:

  • preserving their spirit and traditions
  • advancing safe and ethical mountain practices
  • promoting responsible access, culture and environmental protection
  • Supporting youth participation and the Olympic movement

Our activities
The UIAA fulfils its Mission Statement mainly through the work of its commissions, which make recommendations, set policy and advocate on behalf of the mountaineering community.
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News

UIAA sends condolences to Graftiaux family

Plans announced to reduce environmental impact

Updates to Diploma in Mountain Medicine

Ice Climbing World Cup 2011 schedule now online

Climbing gear maker DMM recalls camming device


Federations’ News
Autumn expeditions and climate change - Nepal newsletter
2010-08-31
Forthcoming expeditions, tree planting and climate change awareness are all part of the latest newsletter from Ang Tshering Sherpa, president of the ...

BMC to host climbing injury symposium
2010-08-16
The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) is holding a climbing injury symposium in Sheffield, UK, on November 13 and 14. ...

AAC climbers meet to be held in Yosemite
2010-04-17
The American Alpine Club (AAC) is pleased to announce the annual International Climbers Meet (ICM) to be held in Yosemite, CA from October 4-10, 2010 ...
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Activities

Risk Management
Find out about the Safety Label, and how the UIAA works to reduce accidents caused by equipment failure.

 

Youth
We co-ordinate international camps, expeditions, treks and courses for young mountaineers and climbers under 30.

 

Access
We promote and lobby for the right of everyone to freely, but responsibly, hike and climb in the world’s mountains.

 

Ethics & Law
We are an advocate of common ethics and codes for mountaineering and climbing and we report on legal issues.

Ice Climbing
The UIAA promotes this adrenalin sport and organises the Ice Climbing World Cup and International Championships.

 

Medical
An international team of experts provides up-to-date information and advice on medical issues involving mountain sports.

 

Mountain Protection
Our vision is to unite science, sport, and tourism to preserve precious natural and cultural resources in mountain regions.

 

Training Standards
We have developed standards to encourage good practice in the training of voluntary leaders and instructors.





In Focus

UIAA partners with International Mountain Summit

The UIAA is a partner with the International Mountain Summit, a multi-faceted event that brings together some of the greatest climbers the world has ever known.



Calendar

Full events calendar

17 Sep 2010 to 26 Sep 2010
Crimea Rock Festival
Sudak, Crimea, Ukraine
06 Oct 2010 to 09 Oct 2010
UIAA General Assembly 2010
Bormio, Italy
08 Oct 2010
Management Committee meeting
Bormio, Italy
08 Jan 2011 to 09 Jan 2011
UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup
Speed and lead, Chongsong Korea
15 Jan 2011 to 16 Jan 2011
UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup
Speed and lead, Val Daone Italy
22 Jan 2011 to 23 Jan 2011
UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup
Speed and lead, Saas Fee Switzerland

UIAA Members' Area
This is where you will find important information for your Federation, including details about the upcoming General Assembly and other internal information.