About the Winter Deaflympics
ICSD
The International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (ICSD), which has successfully been functioning since 1924 and which is operating a highly organized system of sports activities solely aimed for Deaf people. The ICSD is an independent and self-regulated international sports organisation and is not involved with the International Paralympic Committee (IPC). Since 1955 the IOC has recognized the ICSD as an International Federation with the Olympic standing. The Deaflympics, under the patronage of the IOC, are the second oldest international multi-sporting event in the world.
ÖGSV
The ÖGSV (Austrian Deaf Sports Association) was founded in 1931 and, with 14 deaf sports clubs, is the sports network for deaf people and people with hearing impairments. The ÖGSV is also represented internationally in 9 of 17 sports. Around 25 top athletes are prepared for participation in international sporting events such as European and World Championships and the DEAFLYMPICS.
ITS GR8
ITS GmbH is an event marketing and communications agency with a proven track record in major (sporting) events, sponsorship, activation, digital services, and tourism project development. The company is headquartered in the Alps and has a global reach. Their core competencies are the development of innovative projects and international partnerships, driven by their passion for sport, music, and nature.