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The Invictus Games Foundation Welcomes Glenn Keys AO as New Trustee

The Invictus Games Foundation (IGF) has appointed Glenn Keys AO as a new trustee to the board. An experienced leader across business and defence, Glenn brings an extraordinary depth of knowledge and a shared commitment to the Invictus Games Foundation’s ethos—supporting wounded, injured and sick (WIS) service personnel and veterans worldwide through the power of sport.

BetterUp Renews Impactful Partnership with the Invictus Games Foundation to Champion Veteran Recovery and Growth

BetterUp, the human transformation company, has renewed its partnership with the Invictus Games Foundation, reaffirming their commitment to supporting the mental fitness and recovery of the global Invictus Community which is comprised of veterans and service personnel living with life-altering injuries or illnesses.

Invictus Games Foundation Receives a Record Six Expressions of Interest to host the Invictus Games 2029

The Invictus Games Foundation have received a record six Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to host an Invictus Games in 2029, showcasing unprecedented global enthusiasm and commitment to the values of recovery, rehabilitation, and respect for international wounded, injured, and sick (WIS) service personnel and veterans.

Prince Harry Marks Germany’s First Veterans Day with Video Message of Support

The Invictus Games Foundation Patron, Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, delivered a tribute on Sunday in support of Germany’s first official Veterans Day, sharing a video message that underscored the power of service, unity, and peace.

Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 Dates Confirmed

Birmingham is set to become the global stage for courage, determination, and inspiration as the official dates for Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 are announced. The Games will run from 10th to 17th July 2027, with the formal opening ceremony on Saturday 10 July, welcoming nations from around the globe, to the closing party on 17 July, for the participants, their friends and families to celebrate their achievements.

Final Report on the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025

The final report on the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 presented by ATCO and Boeing has been released and showcases the inspiration of competitors and their supporters, legacies including $5.5M to continue supporting serving members and Veterans, a $63.2M balanced budget and $81.1M in overall economic impact, historic firsts and global exposure as the defining outcomes of the seventh and first-ever winter hybrid edition of the Invictus Games.

Scorry Darroch Completes The West Highland Way: Carry the Load Challenge

Scotty Darroch has completed his incredible challenge of walking the 96 miles (154km) of the world-famous West Highland Way in Scotland with a washing machine strapped to his back.

One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Tailoring Support for Every WIS

The report, "Beyond the Finish Line," evaluated the impact of the Invictus Games on the well-being of international wounded injured and sick Service personnel and Veterans. Our research has shown that veterans with both physical and psychological injuries often require specialized support to achieve the best outcomes.

Invictus Games Foundation Receives a Record Six Expressions of Interest to host the Invictus Games 2029

The Invictus Games Foundation have received a record six Expressions of Interest (EOIs) to host an Invictus Games in 2029, showcasing unprecedented global enthusiasm and commitment to the values of recovery, rehabilitation, and respect for international wounded, injured, and sick (WIS) service personnel and veterans.

Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 Dates Confirmed

Birmingham is set to become the global stage for courage, determination, and inspiration as the official dates for Invictus Games Birmingham 2027 are announced. The Games will run from 10th to 17th July 2027, with the formal opening ceremony on Saturday 10 July, welcoming nations from around the globe, to the closing party on 17 July, for the participants, their friends and families to celebrate their achievements.

Final Report on the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025

The final report on the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 presented by ATCO and Boeing has been released and showcases the inspiration of competitors and their supporters, legacies including $5.5M to continue supporting serving members and Veterans, a $63.2M balanced budget and $81.1M in overall economic impact, historic firsts and global exposure as the defining outcomes of the seventh and first-ever winter hybrid edition of the Invictus Games.

Full Speech from our Patron, Prince Harry The Duke of Sussex at the IG25 Closing Ceremony

The full speech from our Patron, The Duke of Sussex, speaking at the Closing Ceremony of the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 presented by ATCO and Boeing.

Team Afghan Unconquered: Overcoming Adversity on Their Journey to the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025

Every team and competitor at the Invictus Games has a story to tell about the journey they have been on to get to the start line. For Team Afghan Unconquered that journey is one of true courage and resilience.

The Application Process is Now Open for Host Cities to Bid for the Invictus Games 2029

The Invictus Games Foundation is now accepting Expressions of Interest for potential cities to host the Invictus Games 2029.

Game, Set, Match on Day 8 at the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025

The Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 presented by ATCO and Boeing reached a thrilling climax on Day 8, as Sitting Volleyball took centre stage.

Sonny Tavake: A Beacon of Courage and Healing Through Winter Sport

For Sonny Tavake from Team New Zealand, racing down the Skeleton track at the Whistler Sliding Centre at the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 was the ultimate act of courage.

Prince Harry Marks Germany’s First Veterans Day with Video Message of Support

The Invictus Games Foundation Patron, Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, delivered a tribute on Sunday in support of Germany’s first official Veterans Day, sharing a video message that underscored the power of service, unity, and peace.

Inspiring a Generation of Brazilian Service Members - Davi Pavelec | International Coaching Week

Our final spotlight of coaching during International Coaching Week brings us to one of the newest members of the Invictus Community - Brazil and the wonderful role played by their Team Manager Davi Pavelec.

A Journey of Sport, Recovery and Helping - Ben Gallagher | International Coaching Week

As we continue our look at the power of coaching, we wanted to share the wonderful story of Team UK's Ben Gallagher, a member of the Invictus Community that has found a true calling with coaching his fellow teammates and wounded or ill service members.

Finding Courage and Recovery Through Coaching - Kasper Holm | International Coaching Week

As we continue to spotlight the power of coaching during International Coaching Week, we wanted to showcase another story of resilience and recovery through giving back - This is Kasper's story.

The West Highland Way: Carry The Load Challenge Officially Begins

Scotty Darroch, a former Invictus Games competitor and a member of the We Are Invictus Community, has set off today to complete an enormous challenge: walk the 96 miles of the world-famous West Highland Way in Scotland in just 7 days, with a washing machine strapped to his back.

Summiting the 'Sleeping Warrior' - Invictus Games Foundation Supports Recovery in Kenya

The Invictus Games Foundation continues its time in Africa, to spotlight the power of sport for recovery with a visit to Kenya.

United Across Time Zones: Invictus Games Foundation's International Community Completes TCS London Marathon MyWay

From sunrises in New Zealand to late-night finishes in Canada, 70 members of the Invictus Games Foundation community came together this weekend to conquer the TCS London Marathon MyWay—26.2 miles completed by walking, running, or wheeling, wherever they were in the world.


Running for Recovery: My Journey to the London Marathon

My life changed forever when I was injured in Afghanistan. After extensive reconstructive surgery and four more years of service, I was medically discharged. Since then, sport has been an essential part of my recovery and my life. David Richmond is running the London Marathon raising funds for two charities close to his heart.

BetterUp Renews Impactful Partnership with the Invictus Games Foundation to Champion Veteran Recovery and Growth

BetterUp, the human transformation company, has renewed its partnership with the Invictus Games Foundation, reaffirming their commitment to supporting the mental fitness and recovery of the global Invictus Community which is comprised of veterans and service personnel living with life-altering injuries or illnesses.

A Life Changed Thanks To Coaching - Liam Wakefield | International Coaching Week

As part of International Coaching Week, we wanted to spotlight one of our community members Liam Wakefield’s experience of coaching through BetterUp’s human transformation platform.

The Importance Of Coaching and Giving Back to the Invictus Community

As International Coaching Week begins, we are proud to shine a light on the powerful role coaching plays in the recovery journeys of wounded, injured, and sick (WIS) service personnel and veterans around the world.

IGF Africa visit continues to Ghana

Our exploratory visit to African nations continues, as our delegation from the Invictus Games Foundation is now in Ghana where we have received a warm and positive welcome in Accra and have been greatly enthused by Minister of Defence Edward Kofi Omane Boamah’s support of our work to date.

Nigeria welcomes Invictus Games Foundation visit

The Invictus Games Foundation (IGF) began its West Africa visit on Monday with a powerful first few days in Nigeria, spotlighting sport as a tool for recovery and international connection for wounded, injured, and sick (WIS) service personnel and veterans.

New Partnership with Brigantes as Official Apparel and Equipment Partner

The Invictus Games Foundation is proud to announce a new partnership with Brigantes, which will become the Official Apparel and Equipment Partner of the Invictus Games Foundation. This partnership marks a significant step in the Foundation’s ongoing mission to support the recovery and rehabilitation of international wounded, injured, and sick service personnel and veterans through sports and adventurous challenge.

Boeing Makes Multi-Year Commitment to Supporting the Invictus Games Foundation

Boeing has made a multi-year commitment to the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 and the Invictus Games Foundation to support wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women around the world. In addition to sponsoring the first Invictus winter hybrid games, Boeing will invest in the Invictus Games Foundation, the charity that governs the delivery of the Invictus Games, to support its extensive mental health and physical recovery resources and programs.

The Racing Media Academy Joins Forces with the Invictus Games Foundation

The Racing Media Academy proudly announces its collaboration with the Invictus Games Foundation; to foster diversity, inclusion, and empowerment through sports and media.

This partnership will invite applications from wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans to join the Racing Media Academy, in an opportunity to gain work experience and training within racing’s top media houses. This collaboration not only extends the outreach of both organisations but also enriches the diversity and opportunities within the ‘sports and media’ landscape.

The Invictus Games Foundation Welcomes Glenn Keys AO as New Trustee

The Invictus Games Foundation (IGF) has appointed Glenn Keys AO as a new trustee to the board. An experienced leader across business and defence, Glenn brings an extraordinary depth of knowledge and a shared commitment to the Invictus Games Foundation’s ethos—supporting wounded, injured and sick (WIS) service personnel and veterans worldwide through the power of sport.

Scorry Darroch Completes The West Highland Way: Carry the Load Challenge

Scotty Darroch has completed his incredible challenge of walking the 96 miles (154km) of the world-famous West Highland Way in Scotland with a washing machine strapped to his back.

One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Tailoring Support for Every WIS

The report, "Beyond the Finish Line," evaluated the impact of the Invictus Games on the well-being of international wounded injured and sick Service personnel and Veterans. Our research has shown that veterans with both physical and psychological injuries often require specialized support to achieve the best outcomes.

Resilience for Life: Integrating Mental Training into sport recovery Programs

The report, "Beyond the Finish Line," funded by the Forces in Mind Trust, and released last year as part of our 10 year anniversary, evaluates the impact of the Invictus Games on the well-being of international wounded injured and sick Service personnel and Veterans. The report emphasised the benefits of adaptive sports as a tool for rehabilitation and highlighted best practices for military sport recovery programs.

The Power of Coaching and Giving Back - Kai Cziesla | International Coaching Week

As part of International Coaching Week, we will be sharing a daily series of inspiring video stories from members of our international community, who have found purpose through coaching and giving back - This is Kai's story.

The Power of Recovery Through Sport: Why Poland sees IGF as a Strategic Partner for the future

This week, our Deputy CEO Richard Smith CBE had the honour of being invited to attend the Defence 24 Days Conference at the National Stadium in Warsaw together with military leaders, policymakers and industry to explore the future of defence across Central and Eastern Europe.

Lives changed in Lviv, Ukraine

A blog post from David Wiseman at the Invictus Games Foundation. There are places in the world that stay with you. Places that challenge you emotionally, physically—even spiritually. Places that, despite the pain and suffering they house, radiate an undeniable strength. Recently, I visited one of those places: the Superhumans Centre in Lviv, Ukraine.

Invictus Games Foundation joins The Duke of Sussex on trip to Ukraine

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, Founder of the Invictus Games Foundation, conducted a private visit to the Superhumans Centre in Lviv, Ukraine, following invitations from CEO Olga Rudneva during the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025. He was also joined by members of the Invictus Games Foundation's team to understand the recovery provision in the country.

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