FADAM appoints Séverine Gravier as General Coordinator of the FADAM World Games Paris 2027: A new step towards excellence and unprecedented global reach for martial arts
- FADAM Communication
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Paris, May 7, 2026 — The International Committee of the FADAM Games (CIJFADAM) is proud to announce the appointment of Ms. Séverine GRAVIER as General Coordinator of the FADAM World Games Paris 2027. With extensive experience in leading large organizations, she brings recognized expertise in strategic management and the development of large-scale projects to lead this historic edition to be held in Paris.
A strengthened ambition for the FADAM movement
With the FADAM Paris 2027 World Games approaching, the organization has reached a decisive milestone. This appointment is part of the ongoing process of establishing the FADAM Paris 2027 Games Organizing Committee (COJFADAM). for the operational management of this global event. Under the leadership of its new General Coordinator, the committee intends to organize a celebration of unprecedented scale, combining sports diplomacy, martial arts and dialogue between cultures.
“The arrival of Séverine Gravier marks a strategic turning point for the FADAM movement. Her managerial rigor, operational vision, and passion for martial arts are the assets we need to make Paris 2027 a global success. She embodies this new era of maturity for our institution ,” declares Master Dominique Saatenang. Founding President of CIJFADAM .
The challenge of Paris 2027: A global crossroads
Drawing on her experience leading numerous organizations, Séverine Gravier will be responsible for coordinating all operational, financial and partnership aspects of the Games.
“It is an honor to join CIJFADAM at such a pivotal moment in its history. The FADAM movement resonates deeply with my journey, both personal and professional. Martial arts have been part of my DNA since childhood.” They instilled in me discipline, rigor, determination, respect, and resilience. “The FADAM Paris 2027 World Games represent an immense logistical and human challenge. My objective is to build a solid and agile structure, capable of upholding the values of excellence and international cohesion that define the Games ,” emphasizes Séverine Gravier , General Coordinator of the FADAM Paris 2027 World Games.
Structuring a large-scale event
Beyond the competitive aspect, the FADAM 2027 World Games in Paris are establishing themselves as the global summit for martial arts and combat sports , constituting a true platform for sporting, cultural, and social diplomacy . The organization is now committed to:
Strengthen institutional and private partnerships.
Optimize operational deployment across the territory.
To have an international reach in order to unite delegations from all over the world.
About CIJFADAM: The International Committee of the FADAM Games is an international non-profit organization dedicated to promoting peace and fraternity through martial arts and combat sports, in cooperation with UNESCO and CONFEJES ( Conference of Ministers of Youth and Sports of the Francophonie). The FADAM movement works for the unity of peoples and intercultural dialogue.
Opportunities for interviews with Séverine Gravier and Maître Dominique Saatenang
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