International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (ICSD)

The International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (ICSD) is the global organization responsible for coordinating and overseeing sports competitions specifically for deaf athletes. It ensures fair play, establishes rules, and promotes the development of deaf sports worldwide. The ICSD also organizes major events like the Deaflympics, the equivalent of the Olympics for deaf athletes, providing a platform for them to compete at an elite level. Its goal is to promote inclusion, raise awareness, and support the athletic achievements of deaf individuals across all sports disciplines.