The International Statistical Institute (ISI) is a professional society, established in 1885, with individual and institutional members in over 130 countries. Its objective is to promote the understanding, development and good practice of Statistics worldwide. The ISI comprises a central core of eminent statisticians and seven Associations, each focusing on a different area of statistics. Our biennial World Statistics Congresses are well known and bring together several thousands of statisticians. In addition, numerous smaller meetings, conferences and workshops take place under the auspices of the ISI and its Associations. The ISI’s portfolio also includes the publication of several professional and scientific journals. The ISI’s Permanent Office, located in The Hague in The Netherlands, supports the members of ISI and its Associations.