The Organization
The International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), registered as a not-for-profit, non-governmental foundation in Switzerland, functions as a global alliance of patient, medical and research societies, scientists, health care professionals, and international companies concerned about bone health.
Structure
IOF is comprised of three committees:
- Committee of 198 National Societies in 93 locations (countries, territories or regions)
- Committee of Scientific Advisors comprising 118 members
- Committee of Corporate Advisors representing 32 companies
The Board of Governance includes 21 elected members from six regions of the world as well as ex-officio members. In addition, Regional Advisory Councils elected from the CNS membership are in place for Asia, Latin America and the Middle-East and Africa region.
The Board and the three membership committees meet twice a year at IOF business meetings. An Executive Committee meets on a regular basis and delegates day-to-day responsibility to the CEO who manages the Staff.
The IOF organizes its programs, projects and activities within five areas: IOF Programs in science, the IOF family, policy, outreach and education and administration and finance.
More detailed information about IOF and its programs and projects, visit the 'About IOF' on the main
IOF website.
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