Tag: Gender Equality

Females Taking the Lead for the next Generation in Portugal

Gender Equality at Rajadamnern Stadium

Thailand’s oldest and most famous stadium, Rajadamnern Stadium, has included female Muaythai into their official cards breaking old traditions. IFMA, the world governing body of Muaythai recognized by the International Olympic Committee, signed an MoU with Rajadamnern Stadium at the last IFMA World Championships 2022 General Assembly in Abu Dhabi outlining the importance of IFMA’s […]

IFMA Praised for Universality at The World Games 2022

IFMA and Muaythai was praised for their universality having medal winners from all 5 continents. IFMA very much believes that everyone should have the opportunity to be part of sport regardless of economic status, origin and background. The qualifications for The World Games took place for more than 2 years with over 20,000 athletes trying […]

IFMA and Rajadamnern Stadium sign an MoU

IFMA would like to congratulate Rajadamnern Stadium for the historic ceremony held to allow female fighters to compete under proper rules and regulations at Rajadamnern Stadium. The MoU aligns Rajadamnern Stadium to follow the IFMA and IOC policies of gender equality, fair play, safeguarding and so on. Rajadamnern Stadium is one of the leading Muaythai […]

From a Fiery Nak Muay to Cool, Calm and Collected Gum-Ma-Garn: Katarina Perkkiö

Photo by Haci Turk It was during a rest and relaxation trip to Thailand in 2004, that Katarina first encountered Muaythai. The original plan was to take some time off to recuperate from a hectic lifestyle but venturing into a Muaythai gym next to the hotel changed not just the course of her holiday, but […]

Muay Ying on Fire in Madrid!

Last weekend, the Spanish Kickboxing and Muaythai Federation celebrated its 25th anniversary gala at the Spanish Olympic Committee in Madrid with the President of the Spanish Olympic Committee, Mr. Alejandro Blanco, in full support of this momentous occasion and FEKM President Mr. Jesus Equia, giving a warm welcome of appreciation to everyone in attendance. Many […]

Happy International Women’s Day #BreaktheBias

To all amazing girls and women in the IFMA Family. Happy International Women’s Day. We will continue to be one family. We will continue to stand together for inclusion, equality, non-discrimination, respecting and understanding our differences and we always stand together for peace, for our children and towards a better tomorrow.

Islamic Republic of Iran Muaythai Federation General Assembly

Muaythai is one of the leading sports in the Islamic Republic of Iran and over the last years, Iranian Muaythai has showcased the Olympic Values of inclusion, equality and non-discrimination in so many ways. Under the Presidency of Mr. Javad Nasiri, Iranian Muaythai has become one of the strongest National Federations showcasing gender equality showcasing […]