Members who are interested in covering the 2012 London Olympic Games should apply for accreditation via their National Olympic Committee (NOC). In the US, please email peggy.manter@usoc.org at the USOC to check that your contact information is current. Since the first wave of accreditation has just been received you will be entered in the second wave for ES or EPs.

Lexington, KY ââ?¬â?? At the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Sunday, Alltech announced the first recipients of the Alltech ‘A+’ Award, established to honor creativity, passion, and excellence in equine journalism. The media contest was organized in partnership with American Horse Publications (AHP) and the International Alliance of Equestrian Journalists (IAEJ) and open to the members of both organizations.

Dr. Pearse Lyons, president and founder of Alltech, presented an Alltech ‘A+’ Award and $500 check to the following members of the media:

• Kim and Allen MacMillan, IAEJ members ââ?¬â?? Photo published in April and June 2010 issues of Equine Times
• Alexandra Beckstett, AHP member –  “Peerless Park” story published in the Spring 2010 issue of Keeneland
• Kat Netzler, AHP member ââ?¬â?? Published photo of William Fox-Pitt
• Marti McGinnis, AHP ââ?¬â?? Published video

“On behalf of all my colleagues at Alltech, I want to recognize the dedication of these equestrian media who work long, often thankless hours in all weather to chronicle the stories of the horse,” said Dr. Pearse Lyons, president and founder of Alltech. “The Alltech A+ Award is just a small token of our appreciation for the passion and creativity of these journalists.”

The Alltech ‘A+’ Award honors one journalist from each organization for an Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games-related feature in the following categories:

• Published Article
• Published Photo
• Published Broadcast ââ?¬â??includes video, radio, and podcast

Another set of journalists will be awarded in a post-Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games contest. Entries must be published between July 2, 2010 and January 3, 2011, and must be submitted through AHP or IAEJ by 12 a.m. EST on January 3rd. For complete contest details and rules of entry or for an application, please visit www.americanhorsepubs.org  or equijournalists.com

Global animal health and nutrition leader Alltech is the proud title sponsor of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games to be held in Lexington, KY, USA from September 25 ââ?¬â?? October 10, 2010.

Accreditation Opens on Sept 20 at 2320 Fortune Drive, Suite 160, off Winchester Road. Media Village Opens September 23.

 

Facility Stats

 

Main Work Area:

232 stations

48 photographers

304 chairs

152 tables

Press conference tent:

212 chairs

6 tables

Restaurant:

144 chairs

23 tables

 

Satellite Press Office at Indoor Arena:

96 print stations

24 photography stations

 

 

BT-backed Olympic organisers to charge “non-profit” Ã?£150 for 2012 internet access: http://www.sportsjournalists.co.uk/blog/?p=2676

Dear Colleagues,

It amazes me how fast time goes by. Four years ago (Aachen 2006) you elected the present IAEJ Bureau and in Kentucky new elections will be held. I can hardly believe it has been four years! When most of us meet in Kentucky this autumn we will have to decide not only the composition of the Bureau but also several very important matters regarding our statutes.

Our next General Assembly will be held during the World Equestrian Games, on the 3rd of October (Sunday morning). We will let you know the exact venue at a later date.

What I have learned since Aachen is that realistically speaking, we can only meet widely, consequently, every two years: Olympic Games and World Equestrian Games.

Looking back, Hong Kong (2008) was an important period. For the first time we used funds to host a press conference with speakers from the IOC and FEI which was followed by a luncheon at the Hong Kong Jockey Club. It was a great success.

For myself, I believe that during the last four years we have, on your behalf

Achieved:

� A fair membership policy

� A new logo and revived internet site

� The possibility to vote on line

� An online forum

� A better relationship with the FEI; especially regarding accreditation process for main events such as the WEG. The disappointment of the OG is behind us and we are looking forward to London. � New guidelines approved by both, the FEI and the IAEJ, for organisers

ââ?¬Â¢ Open but internal discussions about ââ?¬Å?membershipââ?¬Â through the IAEJ internet site.

� Sound budget figures

What we still need to do:

ââ?¬Â¢ To decide if the IAEJ should be an ââ?¬Å?Associate memberââ?¬Â of the FEI as the FEI understands it. I think that we should listen to the proposal by the FEI (we have to know who will present the issues and we hope that a representative will make the issue clear at WEG) and the consequences for the association. We will vote on this at the GA.

� To redefine the statutes regarding membership. The vote that was held online did not yield the two thirds majority which was needed.

� The membership status of PR, Press officers of events, studbooks and federations, website managers and so on.

� To decide if the IAEJ should have an annual award for show organisers who provide the best facilities.

On behalf of the Bureau thanks for your support and confidence; have a nice summer among shows and stud farms� A little bit at home too�

See you in Lexington!

Xavier Libbrecht

IAEJ Bureau Members 2006 – 2010

President: Xavier Libbrecht (FRA)

Vice President #1: Pamela Young (GBR)

Vice President #2: Chris Stafford (USA)

Photographers Representative: Kit Houghton (GBR)

Jennifer Anstey (CAN)

Milena Dragisic (CRO)

Gabriele Pochhammer (GER)

Julie Wilson (AUS)

IAEJ WEBSITE:

equijournalists.com on Facebook and Twitter

IAEJ GENERAL ASSEMBLY

– Will be held during the World Equestrian Games in Lexington, Kentucky Sunday October 3rd at 10am in the press conference hall in the Main Press Centre

ONLINE VOTE

– The online vote on the revision of statutes which was successfully completed recently did not, unfortunately, yield a completely useful result. The Bureau had decided that in addition to a vote at the AGM, changes to the statutes could be made by online vote but, as with the AGM, there has to be a 2/3rds majority. We did not achieve that in every case.

The first question, regarding the inclusion or exclusion of television was clear – 92% agreed that television should be excluded.

The second question asked if the IAEJ should have members dedicated strictly to the coverage of international sport or if membership should be expanded to include coverage of all periphery aspects of FEI sports. The result was very close, 52% voted for the former and 47% voted for the latter. Therefore no 2/3rds majority and thus not enough to effect any statute change.

The third question asked whether the IAEJ should cover all international FEI disciplines – 75% voted in favour and 24% against.

The upshot is that while we have determined statute changes for 1 and 3, it will be necessary to raise the second question of who qualifies as an IAEJ member again at the AGM in Kentucky.

CATEGORIES OF MEMBERSHIP

– The greater question we must ask ourselves is, is it in the IAEJ’s best interest to have categories of membership similar to other sports journalists associations?

Instituting a two or even three tier system would seem appropriate given that we have members who are involved strictly with the Olympic sports, members who cover only one or two FEI disciplines, members who cover industry matters but no sport, and members who are press officers, rider or NF representitives. The point of the IAEJ is to work with the FEI and show organizers to assure that the needs of the journalists are met. We do this by trying to ensure proper working conditions at the shows but also we have a hand in helping the FEI and championship organisers with the allocation of credentials, to ensure again a servicable working environment at events.

This is not a new idea. We have been talking about establishing categories of membership for 20 years. Now is the time to do something about it and ensure the organization’s credibility in future. FEI

ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP

– Last August the issue of Associate Membership of the FEI was discussed during the Windsor European Championships. We were invited by the FEI to apply for this before Hong Kong but there was much confusion as to the purpose of such an affiliation. We have asked Richard Johnson to draft an explanation as to what Associate Membership entails so that one and all will have a clear idea before a vote is taken in Kentucky.

LONDON 2012

– Greenwich Park, the site for the equestrian events for the 2012 Olympic Games was finally confirmed in March. The Park has its limitations but it will no doubt be an iconic venue, set right in the heart of the Games. The media center is located adjacent to and yards from the main stadium in a permanent, spacious building. Pamela Young has toured the site with venue manager Tim Hadaway and is in regular touch with LOCOG press officer Fran Edwards and Media Op manager Jayne Pearce.

2010 WORLD EQUESTRIAN GAMES UPDATE

Main Press Center

– 20,000 sq ft in three structures:

 – Main work space: 7,200 sf

 – Press Conference room: 5.400 sf

 – Restaurant: 3,200 sf

 – 254 Work Stations plus

 – 48 for photographers hard wired

 – 200 Lockers

 – 8 large monitors

 – 1 printer

 – Media Restaurant opening hours 05:00 ââ?¬â?? 22:00 (or later for evening competitions). – Free Refreshments, e.g. coffee, tea, water. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner plus ââ?¬Ë?grab & goââ?¬â?¢ food.

 – Food charged at 25% less than concession rates on the park, i.e. no mark-up.

All Press Conferences to be held at MPC

Order of Go for access to riders following a class:

Host Broadcaster

Rights Holder

Presentation

Press Conference ââ?¬â?? MPC

Drug Testing (next to MPC)

Main Outdoor Stadium

– 100 with desks

– plus 100 seats (no desk)

– Photographers will have full access to all sides of the main stadium via a walkway around the perimeter.

Indoor Arena:

– Tribune ââ?¬â?? 24 desks

– 25 hard wired

– Distance from MPC to Indoor ââ?¬â?? 1 mile/ 2 km

Personnel

– 20 professional press staff plus volunteers

Covered Arena for Para-equestrian

– 20 with desks plus

– 30 seats (no desk)

Driving

– 25 with desks plus

– 80 (no desks)

Satellite Media Tents

– At cross country and Marathon finish

– 20 x 30 ft tent with Closed Circuit TV plus Mixed Zone

Endurance

– 20 x 30 ft tent with Closed Circuit TV plus Mixed Zone

– Vet Gates at one location

– Sunday ââ?¬â?? course tour

Opening and Closing Ceremonies

– Media Access prioritized for IAEJ members then local media

– Press Officer, Marty Bauman, has acknowledged that access for all media could be an issue

Media Hotels

– 3 assigned in Richmond, Kentucky ââ?¬â?? 34.5 miles (38 minutes) from the Horse Park

– Media Shuttles Service provided

– 1 hotel in Lexington assigned for media but no shuttle service

– No camping available at the Horse Park

– Campgrounds available in the area

AGENDA FOR IAEJ AGM

1) Finances

2) Statutes Revision

3) IAEJ Associate Membership

4) FEI Associate Membership

5) 2010 WEG Review

6) London 2012 Update

7) 2010-2014 Burean Election

 

Lexington, KY ââ?¬â?? Alltech announced Sunday the initiation of the Alltech ââ?¬Ë?A+ââ?¬â?¢ Award to honor creativity, passion, and excellence in equine journalism. The media contest is being organized in partnership with American Horse Publications (AHP) and the International Alliance of Equestrian Journalists (IAEJ) and is open to the members of both organizations.

The Alltech ââ?¬Ë?A+ââ?¬â?¢ Award will recognize one journalist from each organization for an Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games-related feature in the following categories:

1. Published Article

2. Published Photo

3. Published Broadcast ââ?¬â??includes video, radio, and podcast

The contest will be run twice:

1. Pre-Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games ââ?¬â?? Entries published between January 1, 2010 and July 1, 2010

2. Post-Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games ââ?¬â?? Entries published between July 2, 2010 and January 3, 2011

A total of 12 journalists will be honored with an Alltech ââ?¬Ë?A+ââ?¬â?¢ Award. Six entries, one from each organization in each category, will be selected in each term of the contest. Please see the Rules and Entry Form.

“Equestrian journalists are among the most committed and passionate of media, enthusiastically following the sport around the world and enduring blazing sun or pouring rain to craft their story and capture that winning moment,ââ?¬Â said Dr. Pearse Lyons. ââ?¬Å?Through the Alltech ââ?¬Ë?A+ââ?¬â?¢ Award, we hope to recognize their passion and creativity. When the worldââ?¬â?¢s finest athletes gallop into the Bluegrass in September, these dedicated journalists will be there to chronicle the stories of triumph and serve as the eyes and ears for eager fans unable to make it to Kentucky.ââ?¬Â

Global animal health and nutrition leader Alltech is the proud title sponsor of the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games to be held in Lexington, KY, USA from September 25 ââ?¬â?? October 10, 2010.

 

 

A citizen of a foreign country who wishes to enter the United States must first obtain a visa. The visa allows a foreign citizen, to travel to the United States port-of entry and request permission of the U.S. immigration inspector to enter the U.S. Journalists travelling to Kentucky to report on the WEG 2010 will need a B-1 nonimmigrant visa for business. Please follows this link for more information: http://travel.state.gov/visa/temp/types/types_1262.html#4

 

 

In the past, all journalist recevied a complimentary copy of the international yearbook Lââ?¬â?¢AnnÃ?©e Hippique courtesy of Samsung. As Samsung is no longer involved, this service has ceased. BCM would like to offer IAEJ members the opportunity to order a book for a special price ââ??¬43.50 including transport costs. Orders can be placed on the website. 

Please direct any questions to Inge van der Net, Int. Sales Horse International and L’AnnÃ?©e Hippique

Email: i.van.der.net@bcm.nl

T: +31-40-8447640

F: +31-40-8447611

 

 

Click for the 2010 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event accreditation form. You can also download the form here: http://www.rk3de.org/presscredentials.html

The IAEJ bureau has reviewed the current statutes and identified a sentence that may need to be updated. We are conducting an online vote of the membership to determine what changes, if any, members of the

IAEJ would like made. You should have received an invitation to vote via email. If you have not please contact Jennifer Anstey (janstey@horse-canada.com) immediately.