There are two different types of participation support:
Participation support paid out connected to the number of athletes participating in the World Cup, IBU Cup and Junior Cup.
Event Participation Contribution - same principles as previously, but more clear and fixed contribution for participating NFs traveling overseas.
Team Performance Bonus (Formerly Activity Bonus)
Divided according to the NFs Total Score in WC, IC, JC. Of this sum, 55% based on World Cup, 25% IBU Cup, 20% Junior Cup (as per current procedure).
Reach Performance Bonus (Former PP Bonus)
50% to be divided among NFs with rights holders for IBU events on the basis of hours viewed per country. 50% to be divided among the NFs connected to digital reach (NFs, OCs reach on web and social media).
For the season 2021/2022, the old form of PP bonus will be paid out based on existing criteria, i.e. hosts of World Cup, OECH and JYWCH and hours viewed for NF for season 21/22.
The project aims to support national programmes focused on:
Identification and training of youth and junior athletes with regard to increasing the number of athletes at the national and international level.
Popularisation of biathlon among kids (minimum age of 12 years).
The project aims to support national programmes focused on:
Athletes' involvement after sport career
Sustainability
Gender Equality and Diversity
The IBU decided to support 102 projects from 40 member federations in season 2023/2024 with a total amount of 1,279,184.00 EUR.
IBU Development projects support 2023/2024IBU support is intended as partial support (as opposed to full cost basis), is focused on structured and future-oriented long-term projects and programs, may be need-based, promotes cooperation among NFs, and requires reporting.
IBU Development projects Guidelines 2023/2024Development projects 2023/2024 - Info Day slidesIBU development category for 2023 2024Development support principles 2023/2024Development Projects categories graphicFAQ.Development projects 2022.2023Project applications must be submitted via IBU Scope.
Call for Applications: 01 April - 15 May 2023
Duration of projects: 01st June 2023 to 31st March 2024
Announcement of results: 31 May 2023
Deadline for reports: 15th April 2024
Theresa Heinsinger - IBU Development Manager