Hamburger Leichtathletik Verband (HLV) is the athletics association for the city of Hamburg, Germany. It is responsible for organizing athletics events and competitions in the region, as well as promoting the development of athletics in Hamburg. The HLV is affiliated with the Deutscher Leichtathletik-Verband (DLV), the national athletics association for Germany, and is a member of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). The HLV works to support the growth of athletics in Hamburg by providing resources and support for athletes, coaches, and clubs, and by organizing local, regional, and national athletics events.