2023
InternationalAnti-Doping Seminarin Asia and Oceania#OnePlayTrueTeam because #iplaytrue:
United Effort for a Clean Sport Environment

SCHEDULE

12, 13 December 2023

AM : Tokyo Session PM : Hybrid Session& Seminar Reception December 13
The Japan Anti-Doping Agency (JADA), in partnership with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and under theauspices of the Japan Sports Agency of the Japanese Government, held the annual International Anti-Doping
Seminar in Asia & Oceania on 12-13 December 2023.
Around 200 participants were united in Tokyo and online. Over two days, the National and Regional Anti-Doping
Organisations from Asia and Oceania expanded their thoughts and discussed implementing better practices for aClean Sport Environment.
Under the theme “#OnePlayTrueTeam because #iplaytrue: United Effort for a Clean Sport Environment”,
Prof. Akama Takao, JADA Chair and WADA President Mr. Witold Bańka welcomed the Tokyo participants to thisannual International Seminar. Seeing as it is WADA’s 25th anniversary next year, the partnership between JADA
and WADA was strengthened further to bring the Asia and Oceania clean sport practitioners together to shareone goal.
Following the successful hosting of the 2023 International Seminar in Asia & Oceania, JADA organised theregional Education Workshop with 33 participants, in partnership with the Southeast Asia Regional Anti-Doping
Organization (SEARADO) and the Central Asia Regional Anti-Doping Organization (RADOCA) on 14 December.
JADA will continue strengthening partnerships with our clean sport community in Asia and Oceania to unite us as“PLAY TRUE Creator” for bringing clean and fair sport into the future.

DAY 1 : AMTokyo Session
Host Welcome

Prof. Akama Takao

Prof. Akama Takao welcomed participants to the 17th International Anti-Doping
Seminar, emphasizing the theme "#OnePlayTrueTeam because #iplaytrue."
JADA Chair highlighted the significance of unity in achieving a clean global sportcommunity, addressing pivotal developments such as the 2021 CodeCompliance Questionnaire, the 2027 Code update, and the approaching Paris2024 Games.

JADA Chair

Welcome Remarks
Mr. Witold Banka was pleased to be in Tokyo to attend the InternationalSeminar as the WADA President for the first time. He told the participants that
this International Seminar is a great opportunity for sharing knowledge andexpertise to promote clean sport. Such partnership and unity brings successto our journey to protect integrity, honesty, and respect in sport.

Mr. Witold Banka
President, WADA

Keynote:- Global Development and Strategies for a Clean
Sport Movement: Bringing us together as#OnePlayTrueTeam

Mr. Olivier Niggli,。

Director General, WADA

Mr. Niggli presented some key achievements, including WADA’s governancereform, increased budget and strengthened athlete representation, notably as theAthlete Council and the Athlete Ombuds. He outlined WADA’s Strategic Plan from2020-2024, highlighting performance indicators like leadership and collaboration.
He encouraged the Asia/Oceania members to actively engage in the 2027 Codeupdating process, highlighting the importance of compliance for promoting aClean Sport environment.

WADA Code Compliance Questionnaire:
Further Trends and Analysis from Tier3 and Moving
towards the 2027 CodeMr. Kevin Haynes

Director, Compliance and Standards
WADA

Mr. Haynes highlighted the success of the Code Compliance Monitoring Programme
in reducing non-conformities, contributing to global anti-doping efforts. He
discussed trends from the Code Compliance Questionnaire (CCQ), noting the Asian
region's strong investment in education. Looking to 2027, he emphasizedchallenges such as revising the Code and International Standards, with updated
standards effective from 2024.

Chat with Clean Sport Leaders – Roundtable
Clean Sport Movement: Endeavoring to develop better practices for athletes
and a clean sport environment
After decades in WADA and JADA, this chat was a standout
moment where “Leaders” from both organizations sharedpersonal stories. Mr. Banka recounted his first involvement inclean sport through doping control while competinginternationally, noting significant shifts since WADA's inception.
Mr. Niggli highlighted the dynamic nature of the clean sport
movement since his engagement in anti-doping in 1996.

Mr. Witold Bańka, President, WADA
Mr. Olivier Niggli, Director General, WADA
Prof. Akama Takao, Chair, JADA
Moderator – Mr. Tom May, Director,

NADO/RADO Relations

Dr. Yamamoto YaYa Director, Education, JADA

Prof. Akama mentioned JADA's Tokyo 2020 impact through its
legacy project, PLAY TRUE 2020 Sport for Tomorrow, andpartnership with the Organising Committee. Diverse panelists,
including an International-Level athlete, a medical doctor, and alegal professional, offered unique insights. Mr. Banka recounted
his Osaka doping testing experience, while Prof. Akama shared
his "respect" ethos from rugby, and Mr. Niggli anticipated furtherevolution in the clean sport journey. Participants interacted withpanelists for collective reflections and experiences.

DAY 1 : PMHybrid Session
Host Welcome
State Minister Aoyama, serving as host for the seminar, extended awarm welcome to the 17th edition, emphasizing that the Code andInternational Standards serve as our guiding principles. He highlighted
the updating process as a valuable opportunity for everyone to actively
participate in the development of clean sport.

Minister Aoyama ShuheiState Minister, Ministry of Education, Culture,Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) / WADA
Foundation Board member representing Asia

Keynote Welcome
In his address, Mr. Banka emphasized the importance of collaboration inachieving anti-doping success and reiterated WADA's commitment tosupporting these efforts. Mr. Banka highlighted strategic priorities including
increasing financial resources through independent sponsorship, fostering
athlete-centered structures, developing anti-doping workforce as well as
strengthening intelligence and investigation efforts, especially in Asia startingfrom 2025.

Mr. Witold Bańka
WADA President

United as #OnePlayTrueTeam
WADA Athlete Council Introduction and Action Points (online presentation)
WADA Athlete Council Chair, Mr. Ryan Pini outlined the changing role asAthlete Council after the WADA Governance Reform, by emphasizing its
central theme – “it’s all about the athlete.” He elucidated the seven rolesof WADA’s Athlete Council and shared the launched “Ombuds Program” tofacilitate athlete engagement as follows:
Role of WADA’s Athlete Council:
1. Generate awareness and support for clean sport;
2. Solicit and share athlete feedback on the World Anti-Doping Program;
3. Act as ambassadors for WADA and clean sport;
4. Support WADA’s Athlete Engagement activities at Major Events;
5. Recommend effective ways to reach athletes and their entourage;
6. Expand WADA’s reach by engaging with their governments, sports
and regional/national sports organizations;
7. Represent athletes in WADA's governance and expert committees.

Mr. Ryan Pini OLY

Athlete Council Chair, WADA

Athletes Cross TalkPanelist

Mr. Witold Bańka, President, WADA
Dr. Murofushi Koji OLY, Commissioner, Japan Sports Agency /WADA Executive Committee member representing Asia

Mr. Olivier Niggli, Director General, WADA
Mr. Ryan Pini OLY, Athlete Council Chair, WADA
Moderator – Dr. Yamamoto YaYa & Ms. Saito Rika
OLY, Education Dept. JADA

The Athlete Cross Talk session is always at the center of
the International Seminar. This year explored key themes
and challenges in engaging athletes and promoting clean
sport initiatives. The panelists emphasized the need forathlete-centered strategies, citing WADA and Athlete
Council initiatives that empower athletes in anti-doping
decision-making. Educating athlete support networks(coaches, families, doctors) was deemed crucial.
Discussions also addressed recent 2021 Code provisions
on statute of limitations and the IOC's Medal Reallocation
Program.
This session also highlighted the importance of integrity
and athlete-centered clean sport efforts. The polls fromthe participants suggested the need for improvement on
information provisions on supplement risks. The session
concluded by stressing the critical role of an athletecentered approach in shaping the future of anti-doping
efforts with a transcending need of integrity andaccountability. The panelist shared the necessity forprotecting athletes' well-being and preserving theintegrity of sport globally.

<Road to the 2027 World Anti-Doing Code>
Focused Points and Preparations for the 2027 Code Update

Mr. Kevin Haynes

Director, Compliance Rules andStandards, WADA

Mr. Haynes outlined the Code and International Standard revision timeline for 2027,
including the new International Standard for Intelligence and Investigations. The
Stakeholder Engagement Phase, a new introduction, aims to gather feedback on key
concepts presented by WADA. The Code emphasizes four key areas, especially inresult management, drawing from 2021 cases and legal expertise. This phase offers
NADOs a crucial chance to provide practical input and shape rules.

Focused Points for the Update of the International
Standard for Education (ISE): Further innovation through
Education
Dr. Yamamoto discussed updates to the ISE, focusing on 7 key
concepts including recognition of education programs and athlete support
personnel. She emphasized the importance of quality education practices andraising the bar. Dr. Yamamoto previewed the workshop’s agenda for day 2.

Dr. Yamamoto Yaya

Education Committee, WADA

DAY 2 : AMTokyo Session#OnePlayTrueTeam Workshop#OnePlayTrueTeam Workshop:
Stakeholders Engagement for the 2027 Code and International Standards
The Tokyo participants had a hands-on opportunity to share their thoughts for the 2027 World Anti-Doping
Code and International Standards by considering their specific needs and challenges. All the participants
were divided into two groups based on the Code Compliance tiers as Tier1-2 and Tier3-4 and contributed
to giving their inputs as being shared the idea as “OUR Code”.

Topic A: 2027 Code & International Standard for Testing (IST):
Inputs and ideas (with Mr. Kevin Haynes)
Topic A focused on three key areas: 1) Clarifying the criteria on athletes attempting to provide a lack of intent
when an Adverse Analytical Findings (AAF) was questioned; 2) Revising the changes of results management ofWhereabouts cases; and 3) Harmonizing sanctioning for Substances of Abuse and clarifications.
The IST discussion was focused on the timely analysis of the samples collected before a Major Event, including
some set standard for returning the analysis, to minimize the risk of non-reporting before the events. Reflecting
the transgender and gender diverse situation, promoting the calls for effective doping control procedures wasdiscussed. The participants raised the need to harmonize the standardised regulations by taking into account thediverse cultures concerned and balancing biological with legal status. The need for DCO training with individualsensitivities was emphasized.
The enhancement of Athlete Biological Passport (ABP) was welcomed in general, while the participants wished tosee more user-friendly ADAMS. Clarity on a criteria for long-term storage of samples and its discard was welcomed.
The participants shared their thoughts that ultimately, meeting stricter requirements demands more resources
within their organisations.

Topic B: International Standard for Education:
Inputs and Ideas (with Dr. Yamamoto Yaya)
All participants had the chance to say “Yes/No” to the proposed direction of ISE. Tier 3-4 participants endorsed
the direction of “raising the bar” in Education, acknowledging the potential benefits for clean sport environment,
while expressing concern about the challenges in resources and limited access to the internet. Tier 1-2 countries
also agreed on the overall direction of “raising the bar” and stressed the needs of educating the Athlete Support
Personnel, particularly the coaches of international-level athletes. Discussions prioritized the structural needs ofstreamlining athlete pathway, which for many faces substantial hurdles within a country to establish themeaningful partnership.

Workshop Reflections:
Further discussions and inputs
for the 2027 Code and International
Standards with WADA & JADA
Mr. Nair, as rapporteur, had summarized thediscussed areas from the workshop by bringing
the overall inputs for ISE, IST, and the Code. Thequestions about Code compliance were raised
from the audience.
Mr. Asakawa contributed the insights from theJapanese context, highlighting the continuous
cooperative relationships among NOC, NPC, NFs,and JADA. He advised not relinquishingcoordination power but finding ways to garner
financial and human resource support fromnational stakeholders.
Mr. Kevin Haynes, Mr. Tom May, Mr. Kenny Lee,
Mr. Saravana Perumal S
Mr. Asakawa Shin & Dr. Yamamoto YaYa
Rapporteur from Workshop – Mr. Gobi Nair, Director General, SEARADO

DAY 2 : PMHybrid Session

Workshop Reflections

Welcome Address
Mr. Hayashi Kazuhiro warmly welcomed the attendees for the Day2
hybrid session. As his final welcome introduction, he explained what wewould expect in 2024, focusing on the journey toward the 2027 World
Anti-Doping Code and the International Standards.
Additionally, he highlighted WADA's recent notable accomplishments,
including the Guideline for Human Source Management, theProfessional Standard for Testing Practitioners, and the revised
Technical Document for Sport Specific Analysis (TDSSA).

Mr. Hayashi Kazuhiro

Director, Asia/Oceania Office, WADA

Clean Sport Education for Paris 2024 and beyond
1. National Framework for Clean Sport Education: “Major Event Agreement” - by JADA

Ms. Hori Sayaka & Ms. Morokoshi Yuka,
Education Department, JADA

#OnePlayTrueTeam strategy in Japan was introduced for an effective andsustainable Clean Sport Education framework.
With the ISE coming into effect, Japan’s 4-year Education Strategic Plan inline with the 2021Code and the ISE was introduced. Its main area is toclarify “who is to be educated”, “by whom they are educated”, “why theyshould be educated”, and “how the education should be delivered,monitored and evaluated”. The Strategic Plan was developed into thepartnership agreement, called “Major Event Agreement” between theJapanese Olympic Committee, the Japanese Paralympic Committee andJADA. This could be seen as good practice to collectively ensure all athletesand ASPs to be educated before the Major Event. Ms. Hori and Ms.
Morokoshi stressed that education should not be one time, but continuouswith a long-term vision to foster an individual’s lifelong clean sport behavior
and values.

2. Gangwon Youth Winter Olympic Games andPre-Games Education for Paris 2024
Ms. Irvine shared the plans of Pre-Games Education for the Winter YouthOlympic Games and Paris 2024. For the former event, the NOC Clean Sport
Education Guide, ADEL for talented athletes competing at major games, webinar,and on-site education were introduced. For Paris 2024, she mentioned Clean
Sport Survey, updated NOC Guide, webinar for athletes and ASP, and ADEL for
Paris 2024 as the contents of Pre-Games Education. The importance of thepartnerships sharing resources and information to the clean sport education
Ms. Mairi Irvine
Manager, Education,community was emphasized.

International Testing Agency (ITA)

2027 Code and International Standards: Way forward
Sharing from Tokyo session outcomes
Rapporteur from the workshop followed by
Education Workshop
reflections from Tokyo
Q&A
Ensuring the online participants were to be engaged, at first, Mr. Gobi Nairshared the outcomes of the morning workshop in Tokyo. Then, various
questions from the floor and on the online question board were raised. The
questions included, among others, the possible idea of “education portfoliosor passport” as testing history is done in ADAMS, the streamlined, useful
resources for the Code and IS implementation, and operational
independence.

Mr. Olivier Niggli, Mr. Kevin Haynes &Mr. Tom May – WADA
Mr. Asakawa Shin – JADA
Moderated by Mr. Gobi Nair &Dr. Yamamoto YaYa

Takeaways &Wrap-Up
Dr. Yamamoto finally summarized the outputs by looking back at theaims of this year’s International Seminar. She strongly encouraged
the participants to take time for self-reflection and shared their takeaways, aiming to raise the bar as #OnePlayTrueTeam.
Some key words/phrases heard from the two-day session weresummarized, including Partnership, United effort, Long-term vision,
shared value. The importance of being united for the shared goal,that is, a global clean sport environment and sport values, washighlighted even though our resources and approach may differ.

Dr. Yamamoto YaYa, Director, Education, JADA

Education Workshop

International Standard for Education (ISE) in Action:
JADA led the Education Workshop with SEARADO and RADOCAJADA held an Education Workshop with
SEARADO and RADOCA, in partnership withWADA. The Workshop was held to share theupdate from Singapore’s Education Symposium
held in July.
The education experts from 15 countries’
NADO/RADO gathered, and each shared theirprogress and challenges of ISE implementation.
The collaboration and athlete-centeredapproaches were emphasized as the key toachieving a clean sport environment.
At the beginning of the Workshop, WADA
President praised the commitment by all, andJADA pledged the continuous support of
Education in Asia and Oceania through the RealChampion Education Package and inputs.

Gathered from 15 different countries
Brunei Darussalam, Fiji, Indonesia, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan,Korea, Kuwait, Laos, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Philippines,
Singapore, and Turkmenistan

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