IFAA- International Field Archery Association
FIARC – Federazione Italiana Arcieri Tiro di Campagna

Purpose / mission statement of the IFAA:

The core purpose of the Association shall be to

1. provide a basic plan by which one national field archery association from each nation of the world may become a member of the Association.
2. Promote and develop field archery and any other archery sports and events the Association may adopt through   transfer   of   knowledge   and   experience, throughout the world.
3. develop and promote competition between international and national associations.
4. formulate rules governing international competition.
5. arrange for the organisation of World Championships and other international events such as Continental or Cross Border championship tournaments as the Association may decide from time to time.
6. formulate programmes that will give recognition to archers for proficiency with the bow and arrow in all IFAA sanctioned competitions.
7. adopt a set of standards which will define the status of Athletes with regard to their level of professionalism related to the active performance of the sport. For competitions sanctioned by the association, a clear set of rules shall be established detailing the requirements to qualify as a Professional Archer.
8. Formulate projects for development, instruction, coaching and spreading of expertise.
9. Support the concept of diversity and inclusiveness to bring individuals together through archery for all.

Members: 50 National Associations & Corporate Members

World-wide active Athletes: 100.000 plus.