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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

Boon or blight: Challenges facing the Everest region

Youth Commission partners with NICAS to produce climbing wall advice pamphlet for young climbers and coaches

Mountain Protection Commission speaks out on UNESCO designation for Mont Blanc

International mountain accident database proposed by Mountaineering Commission

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Federation News

Alpine Association of Slovenia celebrates a proud 120th anniversary

American Alpine Club Seeks Climbers to join the 2013 International Climbers’ Meet

Indian Mountaineering Foundation hosts Climbathon 2013 in the Bara Shigri glacier region

Chamonix to host international mountain festival in early June

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Mountaineering 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.
 

 Mountain Medicine
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

Recall - Via Ferrata sets

A group of manufacturers has issued a recall of certain via ferrata sets following a meeting of the UIAA (International Mountaineering and Climbing Federation) Safety Commission in Munich, Germany. To read about the alert and see a list of affected models ... Read more
 

Safety Commission issues corrosion notice Read More


Calendar

14 Jul 2013 to 20 Jul 2013
Discovering the world arround Valmalenco (CAI)
Sondrio, Italy
27 Jul 2013 to 13 Aug 2013
Lenin Peak
Zaalaysky Range, the Pamirs, in Kyrgyz Republic
15 Aug 2013 to 23 Aug 2013
Peace and Sport Rock Climbing Festival
Terelj, Mongolia
25 Aug 2013 to 31 Aug 2013
Youth Training Leader Course
Maretlwane Bush Camp, Magaliesberg, South Africa
28 May 2013 to 31 May 2013
Safety Commission meeting
Chamonix, France
15 Jun 2013
Mountain Protection Commission Meeting
Bern, Switzerland
04 Oct 2013 to 05 Oct 2013
UIAA General Assembly 2013
Pontresina, 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.


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