As part of its ongoing commitment to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) across the sport, the IBU has officially launched its newly established DEI Working Group. The group will play a central role in guiding the transition from the current Gender Equality Strategy 2026 toward a broader and more comprehensive DEI Strategy 2030, in line with the IBU’s long-term sustainability vision outlined in its Target 2030 strategy.

Following a call for applications earlier this year, the IBU is pleased to announce the members of the DEI Working Group:

• Heli Aikioniemi (NF FIN)

• Jessica Arnold (NF GBR)

• Julia Cook (Biathlon Integrity Unit)

• Katerina Paul (NF AUS)

• Kelsey Dickinson (NF USA)

• Kristina Dale-Skjevdal (NF NOR)

• Sara-Maria Wolfram (NF GER)

The group brings together a diverse range of perspectives and expertise from across the biathlon family. Each member has a strong background in DEI-related work, alongside valuable experience in sport, athlete representation, or governance.

The kick-off meeting took place on 6 May, officially marking the beginning of the group’s work. The first phase focuses on collecting best practices, sharing experiences, and identifying key focus areas and objectives for the new DEI Strategy.

The goal is to help the IBU EB develop and publish the IBU DEI strategy in early 2026, setting a clear roadmap to ensure that DEI principles are embedded in all areas of biathlon governance and development.