The IBU is calling for nominations of candidates for Para Biathlon Athletes Representatives.
The elections for the three Para Biathlon Athletes Representatives will be held during the IBU Para Biathlon World Cup Finals in Torsby, Sweden, from 8 -11 March 2025.
The rules for the IBU Athletes’ Committee and Para Biathlon Athletes Representatives are set in the IBU Constitution, Article 25.
Para Biathletes interested in becoming candidates must submit their applications by 8 February 2025 and be declared eligible by the BIU Board.
Before applying, prospective candidates should have a good understanding of the candidacy requirements and the election process. Please refer to the following:
Terms of reference of the IBU Athletes’ Committee including the Para Biathlon Athletes Representatives (see Article 7)
Athletes' Committee Terms of Reference 2025Candidate application form to be digitally completed by the candidates
Application Form Para Athletes RepresentativeThe list of candidates will be published on 24 February 2025, which is also the commencement date of the campaign period.
Key dates of elections of the Para Biathlon Athletes Representatives 2025
Date | Action | Notes (ToR) |
26 January 2025 | Election announcement | As decided by the IBU Executive Board |
26 January - 8 February 2025 | Discussion within teams to choose candidate(s) | Maximum 1 woman and 1 man per Member Federation may be candidate |
8 February 2025 | Candidate application form due | 30 days ahead of election |
Ongoing | Vetting of candidates by the BIU | Required |
24 February 2025 | Publication of confirmed candidate list | 14 days ahead of election |
8-11 March 2025 | Election of three Para Biathlon Athletes Representatives using an electronic voting system called POLYAS approved by the BIU | One representative per sport class and minimum of 1 woman and 1 man. Only one member per NF to be elected. |