FIDE Chessable Academy resumes in January 2024
The FIDE Trainers’ Commission proudly announces the FIDE Chessable Academy resumption on Saturday, January 13, 2024. The FIDE Chessable Academy program is essential to young talent development, providing every federation with equal access to top-level training by outstanding world-class trainers and further motivational activities for the most dedicated youngsters. World-renowned coaches will conduct sessions in […]
FIDE introduces ground-breaking Gender Equality in Chess Index (GECI) – 2023 Rankings unveiled
FIDE released the inaugural Gender Equality in Chess Index (GECI), an innovative instrument designed to measure and compare the level of gender equality in chess federations across the globe. This statistical index introduces a comprehensive scoring system ranging from 0 to 100, with 100 denoting perfect gender equality. The GECI incorporates three indicators of […]
Important changes in the bidding process for FIDE events
As of December 1, 2023, the FIDE Council has approved significant amendments to the General Regulations for FIDE Competitions (EVE), marking a pivotal shift in the bidding process for official chess events. The key modifications encompass a revamped approach to bidding deadlines, fees, and procedural timelines, aiming to streamline operations and enhance the efficiency of […]