The International Ski Mountaineering Federation (ISMF) is the global governing body of ski mountaineering, recognised by the International Olympic Committee since 2016. From its headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland, the ISMF leads and supports a rapidly growing international community of athletes, organisers, and national member federations.
This document provides a clear overview of who we are — our mission, vision, and values — and how we work to strengthen ski mountaineering worldwide to ensure a sustainable and athlete-centred future within the Olympic Movement.