Press release from PAEC, edited by World of Showjumping

The Pan American Equestrian Confederation (PAEC) accelerated its mission to strengthen governance, expand educational initiatives, and create sustainable development opportunities for equestrian sport throughout the Americas at its 2026 General Assembly, held at Wellington International in Wellington, FL, on February 25–26.

Fostering collaboration under the guiding principle of “the Americas ride together,” the 2026 PAEC General Assembly united representatives from 26 of its 30 member National Federations in person – plus three more National Federations via proxy – for two days of structured dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collective decision-making focused on governance, institutional strengthening, and sustainable sport development.

Throughout the General Assembly’s deliberations, a clear theme emerged: the sustainable future of equestrian sport in the Americas depends on governance, integrity, horse wellbeing, inclusion, and structured regional cooperation.

“The Americas ride together is more than a message — it reflects our commitment to creating opportunities for all stakeholders across the region,” said PAEC President Cesar Hirsch at the opening of the 2026 General Assembly. “Through collaboration, education, and shared responsibility, we continue to strengthen equestrian sport throughout the Americas.”