International Cremation Federation

The International Cremation Federation
Headquarters The Hague, Netherlands
Main organ
 Pharos
Website www.int-crem-fed.org

The International Cremation Federation (ICF), found in 1937,[1] is non-governmental and non-profit organization devoted to “promote the practice of cremation to the highest standard”.[1][2]

In 1996, organization was granted Consultative Status by the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations.[2] In compliance with its permission, organization can affect the international cremation movement and work of the UN. The Federation has accredited representatives at the UN headquarters and UN in both Vienna and Geneva for meetings of ECOSOC.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 Green, Jennifer; Michael Green (2006). Dealing with Death (second ed.). Jessica Kingsley Publishers. p. 326. ISBN 1-84642-512-3. Retrieved 15 October 2011.
  2. 1 2 "ICF". International Cremation Federation. Disclaimer. Retrieved 14 October 2011.


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