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The World Poker Federation (WPF) is an international organization committed to creating the best environment for Poker players, workforce, sponsors, and fans. Founded in 2022, the WPF operates in the poker industry and aims to promote poker as a respected and recognized mind sport on a global scale.

History and Background
The World Poker Federation originated from the union of some of the main stakeholders in the poker industry, positioning itself as a leader in shaping the future of Poker. Whether experienced players or newcomers to the game, the WPF invites individuals to join their mission of bringing the best experiences and practices of the mind sport of poker to all corners of the Earth.

A significant milestone for the World Poker Federation occurred on December 22nd, when poker was officially recognized as a sport by the International Mind Sports Association (IMSA). This recognition placed poker in the same category as chess, bridge, checkers, go, and other mind sports. The WPF played a key role in obtaining this seal of approval.

Goals
The World Poker Federation is dedicated to creating the best environment for poker players, workforce, sponsors, and fans. Their key features and activities include:


 * Poker Development: The WPF actively promotes poker as a mind sport, aiming to establish its recognition and respect globally.
 * Stakeholders Support: The organization works to assist stakeholders in overcoming outdated laws that hinder the proper fulfillment of their activities.
 * Mind Sports Growth: As a member of the International Mind Sports Association (IMSA), the WPF supports the expansion of other mind sports practices and competitions.

Board of Directors

 * Igor Trafane serves as the president of the World Poker Federation
 * Leonardo Cavarge serves as the Financial Director
 * Bill Castro serves as the Sports Director
 * Ueltom Lima erves as the PR Director

Awards and Recognition
The World Poker Federation achieved a significant milestone when poker was officially recognized as a sport by the International Mind Sports Association (IMSA) on December 22nd. This recognition highlights poker's status as a game of skill and places it alongside other recognized mind sports.

Notable Projects, Collaborations, and Partnerships
The World Poker Federation has been involved in several noteworthy projects, collaborations, and partnerships. These include:


 * CBTH (Brazilian Federation of Texas Holdem): The WPF and its members were instrumental in the creation of CBTH, an organization that brought legal recognition to poker in Brazil. Through legal battles and efforts to prove that poker is a game of skill, the CBTH helped transform the perception of poker in Brazil, leading to its support by the Ministry of Sports and the establishment of the Brazilian Series of Poker as one of the largest poker tournaments in the world.


 * Partnership with IMSA: The World Poker Federation collaborates with the International Mind Sports Association (IMSA) to promote mind sports and advocate for their recognition worldwide.


 * Partnership with The Poker TDA (Poker Tournament Director’s Association): WPF will work closely with TDA to advancing the poker tournament industry and adopting uniform global poker tournament rules.