Can My Organization Become a Member of ICTSG? Open Membership for Cultural and Sports Bodies  Yes. The International Council of Traditional Sports and Games (ICTSG) offers membership opportunities to organizations that are actively involved in preserving, promoting, or studying Traditional Sports and Games (TSGs). This includes national and regional bodies, universities, NGOs, indigenous organizations, and cultural institutions that align with ICTSG’s mission of safeguarding intangible cultural heritage through sports. Eligible Organizations ICTSG membership is open to a wide array of stakeholders, including:

National TSG Bodies or Sport Federations Academic Institutions and Research Centres Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) Community-Based Cultural Organizations Heritage Conservation Societies

Benefits of Becoming a Member  As a member, your organization will benefit from:

Global visibility through the ICTSG platform Access to international events, policy forums, and educational initiatives Opportunities to collaborate on research and community projects Technical and advisory support on TSG promotion and safeguarding Participation in the governance and development of global TSG strategies

Membership Responsibilities Member organizations are expected to:

Actively support the objectives of ICTSG Promote traditional sports within their local and national communities Share relevant research, documentation, or case studies Contribute to the protection and transmission of TSG knowledge

How to Apply  To apply for membership, follow these steps:

Visit the ICTSG Membership Download and review the membership criteria and guidelines Submit the completed application form along with your organizational profile Wait for review and approval by the ICTSG Secretariat

Membership Categories ICTSG offers different types of memberships based on the level of engagement and area of contribution:

Full Members: National or regional TSG organizations and institutions with voting rights Associate Members: NGOs, cultural associations, and academic entities Honorary Members: Individuals or organizations recognized for outstanding contributions

Join the Global Movement ICTSG is a growing international family committed to preserving humanity’s traditional sports heritage. By becoming a member, your organization joins a global alliance working across continents to celebrate cultural identity, foster youth engagement, and contribute to peace and development through traditional games. If your organization shares our vision of safeguarding traditional games and sports as tools of cultural expression and sustainable development, we invite you to become a member of ICTSG. Together, we can revive and sustain the spirit of heritage sports across generations. Learn more and apply at: traditionalsportsgames.org/membership