Dr. Thais Cevada is a clean sport expert and former elite artistic gymnast from Brazil. She is a member of WADA’s Social Science Research Expert Advisory Group (SSREAG) and the IWF Anti-Doping Commission. Thais collaborates with the ITA as an Education Coach for the International Clean Sport Educator (ICSE) Program and with WADA in Research Dissemination. She is an International Doping Control Officer (IDCO) for ABCD, the Brazilian National Anti-Doping Organisation, and the ITA Testing Force. She has worked at major events, including the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Previously, she held an advisory position at ABCD in governance, education, and research. Thais holds a PhD and a postdoctoral qualification in Neuroscience of Sports, specialising in athlete mental health, behavioural neuroscience, and brain imaging.
"I believe that sharing knowledge and supporting athletes is both a privilege and a responsibility. Education plays a fundamental role in empowering athletes to make informed decisions, protect their careers and safeguard their health. Clean sport is about fairness, integrity and creating a safe environment where athletes can perform at their best. I am proud to contribute to raising the game for clean sport and protecting athletes worldwide."
