Olümpialiikumine

Olümpialiikumine refers to the global movement inspired by the modern Olympic Games. It encompasses the activities and principles of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), National Olympic Committees (NOCs), and International Sports Federations (IFs). The core of the olümpialiikumine is the promotion of sport and its values as a means of human development, education, and international understanding.

The modern Olympic Games, revived by Pierre de Coubertin in 1896, serve as the pinnacle of this movement. They are held every two years, alternating between Summer and Winter Olympic Games, bringing together athletes from virtually every country to compete in a spirit of fair play and friendly rivalry. The Olympic Charter is the supreme authority of the Olympic Movement, codifying its values, structure, and rules.

Key principles of the olümpialiikumine include universality, encouraging participation from all nations; excellence, striving for the highest athletic achievement; friendship, fostering understanding and peace between peoples; and respect, upholding the spirit of sportsmanship and ethical conduct. The movement also advocates for gender equality, environmental sustainability, and the fight against doping. Through its various programs and initiatives, the olümpialiikumine aims to make sport a positive force in society worldwide.