The Islamic Solidarity Sports Association (ISSA) is an independent organisation affiliated to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). It has its headquarters in Riyadh, the capital city of Saudi Arabia, with a membership of 57 countries.
It aims to support all athletes and develop sport across its member countries through programs and projects, and organises the multi-sport Islamic Solidarity Games every four years.
The ITA has been managing the ISSA’s anti-doping program since 2025.
6th Islamic Solidarity Games
Staging the 6th edition of the Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh marks a return to Saudi Arabia, which held the first edition across the cities of Mecca, Medina, Jeddah and Taif in 2005.
21 sports and 2 para-sports have been selected for the Riyadh 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games.
The 6th Islamic Solidarity Games will take place from 7-21 November 2025.
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