Bylaws of the International Game Developers' Association
The bylaws establish the International Game Developers’ Association (IGDA) as a California nonprofit mutual benefit corporation with a principal office determined by its Board of Directors and a registered agent in the state of incorporation. The organization’s purpose is to serve public interests within the game development community while remaining nonpartisan, as mandated by California law. Membership is divided into individual, organizational, and honorary categories; only good‑standing individuals may vote on matters such as director elections, asset disposition, mergers, or dissolution. Annual dues are set by the Board, and membership meetings—annual and special—are governed by detailed notice, quorum, and voting procedures, including electronic participation.
The Board of Directors may consist of up to six appointed directors, at least three elected directors, and an optional ex‑officio director. Directors serve three‑year terms, must be IGDA members for at least two years, and are subject to removal by member vote or Board action. Officers—Chair, Vice‑Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer—are appointed by the Board, serve one‑year terms, and hold specific administrative responsibilities. Committees, including an Executive Committee composed of key officers, may be formed to exercise board authority between meetings.
The bylaws outline governance mechanisms such as conflict‑of‑interest disclosures, a Code of Ethics, indemnification provisions for directors and officers, and procedures for amending the bylaws. Fiscal operations follow a calendar year, with notice requirements specified for all formal communications. Overall, the bylaws provide a comprehensive framework for IGDA’s governance, membership engagement, and operational oversight within the global game development industry.
International Game Developers' AssociationJan 2021 
