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UWW Hosts Event Organization Workshop in Italy

Friday, August 5, 2022 - 19:00 By United World Wrestling Press

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ROME, Italy (August 5th) – In continuation of United World Wrestling’s first Event Organization Workshop held in Panama City (21-24/01/2022) for the Americas, Italy hosted a similar workshop at the U17 Rome World Championships (22-25/07/2022). The workshop, which the UWW Sports Department conducted, was held to assist in educating the host cities for the upcoming World Championships, World Cups, and European and Asian Championships.  

United World Wrestling’s objective is to acknowledge tools and get a deep comprehension of the UWW Event Organization. This objective will help increase the quality of our competition's delivery and continue to ensure wrestling’s growth.

During the workshop, discussion topics included: the benefits of organizing an event, planning, bidding process, and functional areas, among many others. 

One differentiation from the workshop in Panama to the one held in Italy was the walk-through of the venue where the U17 World Championships were held.  

Also, one of the objectives is to encourage discussion among host NFs and share their experiences, especially with those that will host future events.

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Participants from the Event Organization Workshop pose for a picture at the Palla Pellicone, the arena where the U17 World Championships were held. (Photo: United World Wrestling)

In addition to the arena work through and workshop, the participants had the chance to speak with the different commissions that were working at the event. These activities helped make the workshop more useful for all participants. 

Following the workshop's conclusion, participants completed a short survey, providing valuable feedback that’ll be utilized in the planning of UWW’s next Event Organization Workshop editions.  

 "I liked the positive energy of everyone who participated in the seminar. I also appreciated the group's interest and the instructor's willingness to help," one participant said. 

Thanks to the participant's experience, the open dialogues generated during the sessions benefited everyone. They showed different points of view while opening diverse discussions that will help in the decision-making process and organization of upcoming events.

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Successful UWW Event Organization Workshop concludes in Istanbul

Tuesday, August 8, 2023 - 13:45 By Eric Olanowski

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ISTANBUL, Turkey (August 5) — The third edition of the United World Wrestling's Event Organization Workshop was a great success in Istanbul, Turkey, from July 27-August 1. Last year's event in Rome was also a hit, making this year's workshop a continuation of that accomplishment. The Pullman Istanbul Hotel & Convention Centre hosted the workshop due to its modern amenities and comfortable accommodations.

Participants from 13 countries attended the workshop, creating a diverse and international gathering. In total, 21 individuals joined, bringing valuable knowledge and experience with them.

The workshop started with an opening ceremony attended by the key players responsible for its delivery. Rodica Maria YAKSI (TUR), the UWW Bureau Member and UWW Committee of Associated Styles President, played a crucial role in its success. Jean-Daniel REY (SUI), the project head, and Yuri MAIER (ARG), the UWW Sport & Development Officer, were also present. Their presence highlighted the importance of the workshop for the wrestling community.

The workshop focused on educating participants about event organizing, covering topics such as planning tools, event benefits, bidding process, functional areas, and more. It included four theoretical and practical sessions and some essential activities of the U17 World Championships, including technical meetings, draws, medical examinations, and weigh-ins. 

Participants also had informative talks with various commissions and toured the venue set up for the U17 World Championships.

This year's workshop saw increased participation from experts in various fields, enriching the discussions and making the event more impactful. Participants appreciated the opportunity to engage with different commissions, gaining valuable insights applicable in multiple domains.

RODRodica Maria YAKSI (TUR), UWW Bureau Member and UWW Committee of Associated Styles President, leads the discussion at the third annual UWW Event Organization Workshop. (Photo: United World Wrestling / Kadir Caliskan)

The experts who facilitated the discussion included Yui Maier - UWW Sport and Development Officer; Kadir CALISKAN (GER) – Media/Photos; Deividas BARGAILA (LTU) - IT, Rodica Maria Yaksi - Protocol and Award Ceremonies, Ana STANKOVIC (SRB) – Accreditation and Athena System, Antonina BOSSER (SUI) - Sustainability, and Halil Ibrahim CICIOGLU (TUR) - Refereeing.

One of the highlights of the workshop was the introduction of The Event Preparation Guide, a comprehensive guide designed to help event organizers prepare for any UWW event. The guide covers all the necessary areas and requirements involved in organizing an event, including logistical planning, marketing and promotion, communication, and safety measures. It is a vital tool that ensures the success of any UWW event and helps to create a memorable experience for all participants.

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Feedback from an anonymous survey after the workshop was overwhelmingly positive, showing participants' enthusiasm for future editions. The interactive sessions and diverse discussions provided valuable insights for event organization and execution. One participant said, "I liked the positive energy of everyone who participated in the seminar, the interest from us to learn as much as possible, and the willingness of the instructors to pass it on to us and help us."

Overall, the Event Organization Workshop provided an excellent learning platform for participants, empowering them to organize events more efficiently and effectively in the future.