International Federations (IFs)

International Federations (IFs) are global organizations responsible for governing specific sports or disciplines across countries. They set the rules, organize international competitions, and promote the development of their sport worldwide. Each IF works with national governing bodies in individual countries to ensure consistency and fairness. They also collaborate with other organizations, including the International Olympic Committee, to coordinate the sport’s global growth. Essentially, IFs serve as the central authority that oversees and unifies the standards, competitions, and promotion of their specific sport on the international level.