17 September 2026, 13:00-17:30 CEST
Online Event (Live + On-demand Access)

2026 Theme: Enhancing Global Quality in Doping Control

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The International Testing Agency (ITA) proudly invites Doping Control Officers (DCOs), Blood Collection Officers (BCOs) and other Sample Collection Personnel to its first annual International Forum. This online event, which will take place on 17 September 2026, is designed to bring together anti-doping professionals from across the globe to explore key challenges, emerging trends and best practices in doping control. 

WHY ATTEND?

The Must-Attend Annual Event
for Doping Control Professionals

13

sessions

24

speakers

124

NATIONALITIES in 2025

750+

delegates in 2025

Building on the success of the inaugural 2025 Forum, which welcomed over 750 participants from 124 different countries and achieved 92% participant satisfaction (8/10 or above), this year's event brings the global community together once again.


Enhance your expertise, exchange practical experiences, gain new perspectives and engage in meaningful discussions about the future of sample collection.

 Learn from Global Experts

Hear from top anti-doping professionals, athletes and industry experts. 

Stay Updated

Gain insights into new anti-doping regulations, evolving testing methods and intelligence techniques.

Find Solutions

Learn how to navigate real-world challenges in doping control.

Online Event

Fully online event to bring together hundreds of DCOs and BCOs from around the world.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
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The theme for 2026 is "Enhancing Global Quality in Doping Control", focusing on key areas impacting doping control professionals worldwide.

The sessions will cover topics such as:
Clean Sport:
The Athlete's Perspective
Understanding the role of doping control from an athlete's viewpoint.
Challenges
from the Field
Real-life stories and problem-solving strategies for sample collections when thinking outside the box can help to stay inside the standards.
Global Anti-Doping
Regulations
Global anti-doping initiatives and updates affecting the front-line work of Sample Collection Personnel.
Frontline Lessons
from Major Games
Practical insights and lessons learned from Major Games and years of operational experience.
Human-Centered
Doping Control
Understanding human factors, safeguarding considerations and communication to improve testing.
Cultural Competence
in Diverse Environments
Navigating cultural differences and varied environments to support consistent and professional athlete interactions.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

The ITA DCO & BCO International Forum is for:

Doping Control Officers
(DCOs)

Blood Collection Officers
(BCOs)

Sample Collection Personnel (SCP)

Attendees will be from National Anti-Doping Organisations (NADOs), Sample Collection Agencies (SCAs) and other anti-doping and sport organisations. If you are involved in doping control at any level, this event will provide valuable insights and professional development relevant for your role.

Program Now Available

Click below to view the program.

REGISTRATION FEE

50 CHF

(Swiss Francs)

FREE FOR GRADUATES & CURRENT STUDENTS
OF THE ITA DCO & BCO TRAINING PROGRAMS

Including:

  •  ITA IDCO Training Program
  •  ITA IBCO Training Program
  •  ITA DCO Foundation Training Program 
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