STATUTE OF THE INTERNATIONAL KICKBOXING ORGANIZATION

IKO — International Kickboxing Organization

Member of the International Martial Arts Confederation (IMAC)

CHAPTER I — GENERAL PROVISIONS

Article 1. Name and Legal Status

1. The name of the organization shall be the International Kickboxing Organization, hereinafter referred to as the “IKO” or the “Organization.”
2. IKO is an international, independent, non-profit sports organization established to promote, develop, regulate, and coordinate the sport of kickboxing internationally.
3. IKO shall operate in accordance with this Statute, its internal regulations, the applicable laws of its country of registration, and the relevant rules of the international sports community.
4. IKO shall have the right to establish its own administrative structure, adopt regulations, organize competitions, appoint officials, and cooperate with national and international sports organizations.
5. IKO shall pursue its objectives without discrimination based on nationality, ethnicity, sex, religion, disability, or other status protected by applicable law.

Article 2. Headquarters and Territorial Scope

1. The registered headquarters of IKO shall be located in [City, Country].
2. The headquarters may be changed by decision of the General Assembly or the competent governing body, as provided by this Statute and applicable law.
3. IKO shall operate internationally and may establish national federations, country representatives, regional offices, commissions, and affiliated clubs in accordance with its regulations.
4. IKO may establish branches or representative offices where legally permitted.

Article 3. Affiliation and International Cooperation

1. IKO shall seek to maintain and develop its relationship with the International Martial Arts Confederation (IMAC).
2. Where IKO has been formally admitted as a member of IMAC, it shall respect the applicable IMAC statutes, regulations, decisions, and membership obligations.
3. IKO shall maintain its organizational identity and shall exercise its powers subject to its own Statute, applicable law, and any binding obligations arising from its IMAC membership.
4. IKO may establish cooperation agreements with national federations, international sports bodies, educational institutions, public authorities, and other recognized organizations.
5. Any representation of IKO’s affiliation, membership, recognition, or authority shall be accurate and supported by the relevant documentation.
6. Nothing in this Statute shall be interpreted as granting IKO recognition, exclusive international jurisdiction, or powers that have not been formally conferred by the competent body.

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CHAPTER II — PURPOSES AND OBJECTIVES

Article 4. Mission

The mission of IKO is to promote kickboxing as an international sport, support athletes and national organizations, encourage technical excellence, and advance the values of discipline, respect, integrity, fair play, and friendship among nations.

Article 5. Objectives

The principal objectives of IKO shall be:

1. To promote the development of kickboxing at national, regional, continental, and international levels.
2. To establish and maintain sporting, technical, administrative, and organizational standards within its jurisdiction.
3. To organize international championships, tournaments, cups, seminars, training camps, and other sporting events.
4. To encourage participation by athletes of different ages, abilities, and backgrounds through appropriate and safe programs.
5. To develop and certify coaches, referees, judges, technical delegates, and other qualified sporting personnel under IKO regulations.
6. To support the establishment and development of national kickboxing federations and affiliated organizations.
7. To encourage education, research, and the exchange of technical knowledge in kickboxing and martial arts.
8. To protect the health, safety, dignity, and rights of athletes and other participants.
9. To promote anti-doping education and compliance with applicable anti-doping rules.
10. To prevent corruption, match-fixing, harassment, discrimination, and other forms of sporting misconduct.
11. To encourage cooperation with IMAC and other legitimate international sports organizations.
12. To promote youth development, social inclusion, physical fitness, and the educational values of sport.
13. To protect the name, emblem, intellectual property, and legitimate interests of IKO.
14. To promote peaceful international relations through sporting exchange and mutual respect.

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CHAPTER III — PRINCIPLES OF ORGANIZATION

Article 6. Fundamental Principles

IKO shall be governed by the following principles:

1. Legality and respect for applicable law.
2. Democratic governance and transparent decision-making.
3. Equality of members under this Statute.
4. Financial accountability and responsible administration.
5. Independence from improper political, commercial, or personal influence.
6. Fair competition and equal sporting opportunities.
7. Protection of athletes and minors.
8. Respect for international sports integrity standards.
9. Prevention and management of conflicts of interest.
10. Respect for the lawful autonomy of member organizations.

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CHAPTER IV — MEMBERSHIP

Article 7. Categories of Membership

IKO may have the following categories of membership:

1. National Federation Members: National kickboxing federations or equivalent national governing bodies admitted under IKO regulations.
2. Associate Members: Sports associations, clubs, or organizations participating in IKO activities without all the rights of full members.
3. Individual Members: Athletes, coaches, referees, technical officials, and other individuals admitted under applicable regulations.
4. Honorary Members: Individuals who have made exceptional contributions to kickboxing or to the development of IKO.
5. Institutional or Partner Members: Organizations admitted for cooperation, education, technical development, or other approved purposes.

The rights and obligations of each category shall be specified in the Membership Regulations.

Article 8. Admission of Members

1. Applications for membership shall be submitted in writing to the IKO Secretariat.
2. Applications shall include the required organizational documents, identification of authorized representatives, acceptance of this Statute, and other documents specified by the Membership Regulations.
3. National federation applicants may be required to provide evidence of lawful establishment, governance arrangements, and authority to represent their organization.
4. The Executive Board shall review applications and make a decision in accordance with this Statute and the applicable regulations.
5. An applicant whose membership is refused shall receive written notification of the decision and the applicable appeal procedure.
6. Admission of a member shall not automatically confer recognition by IMAC or any other organization.

Article 9. Rights of Members

Subject to their membership category and compliance with this Statute, members may:

1. Participate in IKO activities and official events.
2. Receive information concerning the activities and decisions of IKO.
3. Submit proposals and recommendations to the competent governing bodies.
4. Nominate candidates and vote in elections where the applicable membership category carries such rights.
5. Request administrative or technical assistance from IKO.
6. Use the IKO name and emblem only in accordance with applicable authorization and branding regulations.
7. Challenge decisions through the established internal appeal procedures.
8. Participate in education and qualification programs offered by IKO.

Article 10. Obligations of Members

Members shall:

1. Comply with this Statute, IKO regulations, and lawful decisions of its governing bodies.
2. Respect the rules of fair play, sporting integrity, and athlete protection.
3. Pay membership fees and other duly approved contributions.
4. Provide accurate information and maintain current registration details.
5. Cooperate with authorized inspections, audits, and disciplinary proceedings.
6. Avoid conduct that seriously damages the reputation or legitimate interests of IKO.
7. Respect applicable anti-doping, safeguarding, and competition regulations.
8. Notify IKO of material changes in their legal status, leadership, or authorized representation.
9. Respect applicable IMAC obligations where these are binding upon IKO or the relevant member.
10. Refrain from misrepresenting membership, recognition, rankings, or official authority.

Article 11. Suspension, Withdrawal, and Termination of Membership

1. A member may withdraw by submitting written notice to the IKO Secretariat in accordance with the Membership Regulations.
2. Membership may be suspended or terminated for serious violations of this Statute, non-payment of approved fees, fraud, serious misconduct, or other grounds established by the applicable regulations.
3. Except where an urgent provisional measure is necessary for safety or integrity, a member shall receive notice of the allegations and a reasonable opportunity to respond.
4. A suspension or termination decision shall be reasoned and communicated in writing.
5. The affected member shall have access to an independent or otherwise impartial appeal procedure.
6. Termination of membership shall not remove outstanding financial obligations incurred before termination.

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CHAPTER V — GOVERNING BODIES

Article 12. Structure of Governance

The governing and administrative bodies of IKO shall consist of:

1. The General Assembly.
2. The Executive Board.
3. The President.
4. The Secretary General.
5. The Technical and Sporting Commission.
6. The Refereeing and Judging Commission.
7. The Medical and Athlete Welfare Commission.
8. The Disciplinary and Ethics Commission.
9. The Audit or Financial Oversight Body.
10. Any additional commissions or working groups established under this Statute.

The independence of disciplinary, ethics, and financial oversight functions shall be protected to the extent required by applicable law and good governance principles.

Article 13. The General Assembly

1. The General Assembly shall be the supreme governing body of IKO.
2. It shall consist of representatives of eligible members in accordance with the voting rules established in this Statute and the Membership Regulations.
3. Each eligible full member shall have one vote unless a different lawful voting arrangement is expressly adopted in accordance with this Statute.
4. Associate, individual, honorary, and partner members may attend or participate as specified by the relevant regulations but shall not automatically possess voting rights.
5. The General Assembly shall meet in ordinary session at least once every year.
6. An extraordinary General Assembly may be convened by the President, the Executive Board, or a specified proportion of voting members as determined by the General Assembly Regulations.

Article 14. Powers of the General Assembly

The General Assembly shall have the authority to:

1. Adopt and amend this Statute.
2. Elect and remove the President and members of the Executive Board.
3. Approve the annual report and financial statements.
4. Approve the annual budget and major financial policies.
5. Determine membership fees and other general contributions.
6. Establish the principal sporting and administrative policies of IKO.
7. Approve the creation or dissolution of permanent commissions where required.
8. Review reports of the Executive Board and oversight bodies.
9. Decide on matters of major institutional importance.
10. Decide on dissolution and the lawful disposition of remaining assets.
11. Consider appeals or other matters specifically reserved to it by this Statute.

Article 15. Meetings and Voting

1. Meetings may be held in person, remotely, or in a hybrid format where legally permitted.
2. Members shall receive reasonable written notice of each meeting, including its date, location, agenda, and relevant documents.
3. The quorum shall be a majority of eligible voting members, unless applicable law or a specific provision of this Statute requires a higher threshold.
4. Ordinary resolutions shall be adopted by a simple majority of valid votes cast, unless otherwise provided.
5. Amendments to this Statute and dissolution of IKO shall require a two-thirds majority of valid votes cast by eligible voting members present or represented, subject to applicable law.
6. Voting shall be conducted in a transparent manner. Elections involving multiple candidates shall use a secret ballot where required by law or decided by the Assembly.
7. Minutes shall be recorded, approved, and retained in the official records of IKO.

Article 16. The Executive Board

1. The Executive Board shall be responsible for the management and administration of IKO between meetings of the General Assembly.
2. It shall consist of the President and such additional elected officers as determined by the General Assembly.
3. The composition should provide appropriate representation of the organization’s membership, sporting expertise, and regional diversity.
4. The Executive Board shall meet as often as necessary to conduct the affairs of IKO.
5. Decisions shall be taken by a majority of members present, subject to the applicable quorum and voting rules.
6. Members of the Executive Board shall act in the best interests of IKO and disclose any actual, potential, or perceived conflict of interest.
7. The Executive Board shall report to the General Assembly and remain accountable for its decisions.