Aims and Objectives of the Development Symposium

The first Development Symposium was held in Ireland in 2012. The event was presented as a forum where all Member National Authorities (MNAs) could presentand discuss areas of Training and Development and have a input into the overall strategy of the International Sailing Federation. Over the years, the Development Symposium has become much, much more. The last 3 events in South Africa, USA and Singapore saw the structure of the event broaden into a interavtive workshop, oriented around Learning, Sharing Networking and Planning, where by invited speakers and delegates themselves had far more opportunity to shape the program to suit their individual needs.

International delegates at this important event receive presentations from a number of Experts in a variety of sport specific disciplines as well as taking part in break-away sessions where they are encouraged to interact with other delegates, often from other Nations. The Development Symposium directly compliments the work of the Development and Youth Committee, with the report from each event helping World Sailing to gather valuable information on how its work can continue to develop, giving those delegates present from New or Emerging Nations a much needed chance to have their voices heard.

Videos of previous events can be found via our dedicated YouTube channel

Regular updates will also available during the event via Twitter and Facebook

If you have a query about any aspect the Development Symposium including the proposed programme then please contact the Training and Development department