The Fédération Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB) is an association governed by Swiss law founded in 1947 and based in Lausanne, Switzerland. In 2019, the FIVB consists of 222 member federations and presides over five continental confederations: AVC (Asia), CAVB (Africa), CEV (Europe), CSV (South America) and NORCECA (North and Central America).
As the global guiding organisation for volleyball, the FIVB upholds the highest standards to ensure that the legacy and excellence of the sport is experienced and enjoyed around the world.