
Welcome to a world of global opportunities!
Let’s meet at the 2026 FIAT-IFTA Global Convention in Charlotte, USA, 25th–28th October 2026! Registration opens on June 1st!
The World Organization of Funeral Operatives
FIAT-IFTA members are connected to biggest network of Funeral Operatives worldwide. Become a member today and expand your network to enhance global exposure of your services.
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Years of history
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FIAT-IFTA is the only internationally governed Funeral Federation with National, Active and Associate Members in more than 80 countries.
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News
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8th March 2026
Happy International Women’s Day
Celebrate the courage, creativity & quiet strength of women in funeral service through the Manifesto of Visibility & Voice project.

4th March 2026
Tradition, Innovation, and Sustainability in Service of Grief Support
Funeral Trade Fair Brazil unites Latin America’s funeral sector, driving innovation, ethics, culture, and professional development.

2nd March 2026
Standing Together in Times of Uncertainty
FIAT-IFTA – The World Organization of Funeral Operatives is closely monitoring the evolving situation in parts of the Middle East.
SCHEDULE
Events

Expo Funeral
18th - 21st March 2026
Bucharest, Romania

AFDA National Convention 2026
18th - 23rd March 2026
Sunshine Coast, Australia

LEBEN UND TOD
9th - 11th April 2026
Bremen, Germany

ICCFA Experience 2026
28th April - 1st May 2026
Fort Worth, United States