The President of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) Dame Louise Martin says she is looking forward to Commonwealth sport "taking center stage" during 2022.
Speaking in her New Year message, Dame Louise praised organizers of the 2022 Commonwealth Games, scheduled to be held in Birmingham, England, from July 28th to August 8th.
"Several circumstances have made organizing a major multi-sport event in 2022 quite challenging," wrote Dame Louise.
"However, the Birmingham 2022 team has risen to every obstacle they have faced.
"The CGF is working closely with the Organizing Committee and the wider partnership on preparations for the event.
"There is no doubt that we will have an amazing Games next summer for the city, the country and the Commonwealth.
"It will be special to showcase women’s sport as Birmingham 2022 becomes the first major multi-sport event to award more medals to women than men.
"Our commitment to a fully integrated Games remains stronger than ever with more Para sports on the programme.
"In addition, sustainability is a top priority for us, and we have set out our bold ambition to stage the first-ever carbon neutral Games.
"This is underpinned by the planting of a 2022-acre Commonwealth Forest including 72 tiny forests across the region, which will be an excellent legacy for local communities."
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