World Athletics Day is celebrated annually in May, with the exact date varying each year. It is typically observed during the second week of May, as designated by World Athletics (formerly the International Association of Athletics Federations or IAAF).
What Is World Athletics Day?
World Athletics Day is an international observance that aims to:
- Promote athletics (track and field sports) among young people.
2. Encourage physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle.
3. Spotlight grassroots development in athletics around the world.
4. Inspire youth participation in sports and nurture future athletic talent.
It was initiated in 1996 by Primo Nebiolo, the then-president of the IAAF.
The day is marked by track and field competitions, especially for school-aged and youth athletes.
Federations around the world organize events in schools and communities to encourage engagement with athletics.
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