International Coordination in the Field of Combating Doping in Sports

Doping has emerged as a contemporary issue within the international community, particularly in recent years. Despite its significant harmful effects, the use of performance-enhancing substances continues to rise, driven by the desire to achieve an athletic physique and enhance physical performance with minimal effort through illicit means. This paper focuses on the international efforts undertaken by specialized organizations and agencies in the fight against doping in sports. The primary goal of these international organizations is to safeguard athletes' health and ensure that competitions are fair and equitable for all participants. Numerous organizations contribute to this effort, including the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), an independent international body established in 1999, which promotes, coordinates, and monitors the use of doping in all forms of sports with the aim of creating doping-free athletics. In addition, the World Health Organization (WHO) has made significant efforts to combat the use of banned substances and doping drugs. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has also responded to international calls by drafting an international convention on anti-doping in sports.