The IAAF Regional Development Centres
The strongest sign of the IAAF’s commitment to development is its network of Regional Development Centres (RDCs).
The main role of the RDCs is to function as a "branch office" of the IAAF supporting the work of the Member Federations and providing a focal point for the programme of development actions in the areas they serve.
The IAAF Member Services Department’s role is the macro-management of the development programme, while the RDCs are responsible for its micro-management.
The activities of the RDCs include:
- Regular communication with the Member Federations of their region.
- High level courses and seminars for coaches and technical officials.
- Seminars and workshops for the other specialist personnel of Member Federations such as General Secretaries, competition organisers, sports medicine personnel, statisticians etc.
- Co-ordination of grass root level courses for coaches, technical officials, etc. in the countries of their region.
- Publication of regional technical bulletins and other materials.
- Research projects.
- Training camps for young athletes.