Anti-Doping Agency of Armenia
Promoting clean sport through education, testing, and advocacy.
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Certified IDCOs
4 International Doping Control Officers certified
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150+ anti-doping education sessions completed
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Active participant in 6+ global doping control events
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Over 150 tests across national and international athletes
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Training courses for doping control officers are ongoing
The Anti-Doping Agency of Armenia (ARM-NADO) continues to deliver professional training courses for Doping Control Officers (DCOs), with the aim of preparing qualified and knowledgeable professionals. The courses bring together individuals from various professional backgrounds, as well as students from higher education institutions across Armenia. The training programme includes both theoretical and practical components. Participants learn about the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) rules and the fundamental principles of anti-doping. Particular attention is given to the roles and responsibilities of Doping Control Officers, the organization and implementation of the doping control process, professional communication with athletes, the protection of confidential information, and professional ethics. Special emphasis is also placed on the professional responsibilities of DCOs, as every stage of the doping control process requires the highest standards of accuracy, impartiality, integrity, and strict adherence to established procedures. Participation in the courses provides an opportunity to gain professional knowledge and practical skills, while developing a strong sense of responsibility, communication abilities, and teamwork skills. At the same time, programme offers participants opportunities to gain valuable professional experience and become involved in international sporting events. The courses are being conducted in several groups. At the end of the programme, participants will take an examination to assess their knowledge. Those who successfully pass the examination will receive an internationally recognized certificate confirming their qualifications and enabling them to participate in the work of the Francophone Games, which will be held in Armenia next year. The programme also offers young people and representatives of various professional fields an opportunity to expand their knowledge, develop their professional skills, and contribute to promoting clean sport and upholding the principles of fair competition.
Awareness-raising meeting at the Armenian State Institute of Physical Culture and Sport
Specialists from the Anti-Doping Agency of the Republic of Armenia (ARMNADO) met with students of the Armenian State Institute of Physical Culture and Sport. Gohar Sahakyan, Acting Director of the ARMNADO; Anzhela Sahakyan, Head of the Testing Department; and Ara Martirosyan, Head of Sample Collection Personnel and Education Programme Coordinator, spoke about the Agency’s main areas of activity, the importance of anti-doping education, the professional benefits of working as a Doping Control Officer (DCO) or Chaperone, and the opportunities available to students through cooperation with the Agency. Several students who attended the meeting registered for the free training courses organised by the ARMNADO. Upon completion of the training and successful passing of the knowledge assessment examination, participants will have the opportunity to qualify for a new, well-paid profession. After receiving their certificates, the students will have the opportunity to be involved in the 2027 Francophone Games in Armenia.
Meeting of the RA Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sports with WADA leadership
On the sidelines of the 19th Council of Europe Conference of Ministers responsible for Sport, which opened in the Principality of Monaco, Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of the Republic of Armenia Zhanna Andreasyan met with World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Director General Olivier Niggli and Director of the Office of the WADA President, Rafal Piechota. The Minister thanked WADA for its continued cooperation and highly appreciated the Agency’s support for Armenia. Zhanna Andreasyan presented the international sports competitions scheduled to take place in Armenia in 2027 and highlighted the importance of WADA’s support in ensuring that all necessary processes are properly organized and carried out to a high standard, in accordance with WADA requirements.
About ARM-NADO
ARM-NADO was founded to implement the World Anti-Doping Code in Armenia. We work with WADA, UNESCO, and the IOC to promote clean competition and conduct in- and out-of-competition testing.
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