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was only compatible with the amateur ethos. This was one of the fundamental principles
embedded in Olympism. However, new social, political, and economic dimensions
of the Olympic Movement have paved the way for a redefinition of Olympism.
The Academy provides an opportunity to study these new special facets of the
Olympic Movement.
Many suggestions have been made for the future and development of the Academy.
The IOA has listened to these proposals and will try to focus on seven target
areas for Olympic Education:
• To place Olympic Education on the next IOC session agenda;
• To use the Olympic Review for IOA publications - newsletters, and info etc.;
• To encourage regional meetings of NOAs;
• To establish an up to date directory of all NOAs;
• To provide guidelines on how to set up an NOA;
• To access e-mail and Internet resources;
• To encourage the assistance of Olympic solidarity to NOAs.
The IOA will continue to serve the Olympic Idea with dedication and we shall
strive to contribute to the dissemination of Olympism and to make Olympic Education
an integral component of the Olympic Movement.
All that remains is for me to offer you my sincere and heartfelt wishes for a productive
and enjoyable working session at the Academy. In the cultural centre of the
Olympic Movement you will experience, learn, and create the spirit of Olympism for
yourselves.
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