Its stated mission is to promote Olympism throughout the world and to lead the Olympic Movement:
• To encourage and support the promotion of ethics and good … See more

It is an association under the Swiss Civil Code (articles 60–79).
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For most of its existence the IOC was controlled by members who were selected by other members. Countries that had hosted the Games … See more

During the first half of the 20th century the IOC ran on a small budget. As IOC president from 1952 to 1972, Avery Brundage rejected all attempts to link the Olympics with … See more

All IOC members must swear to the following:
"Honoured to be chosen as a member of the International … See more

The IOC was created by Pierre de Coubertin, on 23 June 1894 with Demetrios Vikelas as its first president. As of February 2022, its membership consists of 105 active members and 45 honorary members. The IOC is the supreme authority of the … See more

IOC awards gold, silver, and bronze medals for the top three competitors in each sporting event.
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