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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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UIAA introduces new Executive Director

Hepatitis/HIV risk for climbers?

Running on altitude - Skyrunning World Championships

UIAA responds to Everest age restrictions

New classification system for reporting injuries


Federations’ News
Everest clean up and Dhaulagiri celebrations - Nepal newsletter
2010-06-18
Everest clean up, fewer expeditions attempting the world's highest mountain and Dhaulagiri celebrations are all part of the latest newsletter from A ...

Successful sea cliff climbing meet in UK
2010-06-18
The British Mountaineering Council (BMC) International Sea Cliff Climbing Meet, held in West Cornwall, from May 9-16 was a great success with 65 cli ...

New record set "Skyracing" up Elbrus
2010-05-30
Supported by the Russian Mountaineering Federation, the 2010 edition of the Red Fox Elbrus Race was a success, with new speed records set. Read more ...

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 ...

Slovenia celebrates milestones
2010-03-16
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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

Plans announced for Mountain Protection Label

 The UIAA wants to make it easier for mountaineers to minimise their impact on the environment.



Calendar

Full events calendar

23 Jul 2010 to 25 Jul 2010
Route setting and rock climbing festival
Kazakhstan Akmolin region, Burabai
07 Aug 2010 to 15 Aug 2010
Climbing and hiking in Romania
Bicaz Gorges National Park, Romania
07 Aug 2010 to 08 Aug 2010
Medical Commission Meeting
Arequipa, Peru
09 Aug 2010 to 15 Aug 2010
Rock Climbing Festival
Guamka, Russia
06 Oct 2010 to 09 Oct 2010
UIAA General Assembly 2010
Bormio, Italy

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.