The 8th general assembly of WAIPU was held in Moscow at the 22nd of May 2016.

WAIPU General Assembly 2016 The 8th general assembly of WAIPU was held in Moscow at the 22nd of May 2016. As one of the most important topics the members discussed the health of the players. In this context also the ongoing study about the mental health of former and active ice hockey players. Players of the countries Finland, Norway, Czech and Switzerland participate in the study. It is an important project to make progress in health issues of the players. The WAIPU President, Dr. Lucien Valloni, said that he was very satisfied with the meeting and that it is the only way that the members stand together to support the players’ rights. The next general assembly will be held in Paris in May 2017.