Organisational Vision and Values

The English Karate Federation

At the English Karate Federation CIC, our organisational values shape how we lead, how we support one another, and how we work together as a united community.
These values guide our behaviour, inform our decisions, and ensure that everything we do reflects the principles we believe in.

Our Core Values

Respect
We treat all members, clubs, athletes, coaches, and volunteers with dignity, fairness, and professionalism.

Integrity
We act with honesty, transparency, and accountability in every decision we make.

Community
We build strong, supportive relationships across all associations, creating a national network where everyone belongs.

Inclusivity
We welcome and value people of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities, ensuring karate is open and accessible to all.

Support
We are here to help our members grow, develop, and succeed — both on and off the tatami.

Collaboration
We work together across associations and regions, sharing knowledge, experience, and opportunities for the benefit of all.

Excellence
We encourage continual learning, high standards, and the pursuit of personal and organisational improvement.

Why We Are a CIC

The EKF is a Community Interest Company (CIC) because our purpose is to serve and support our members, not to operate as a National Governing Body.

Being a CIC ensures that:

Our members always come first
All decisions must benefit the associations, clubs, athletes, and coaches we represent.

Profits and resources are reinvested into the karate community
A CIC cannot distribute profits to individuals — everything goes back into supporting members.

We remain independent and member-led
Our structure protects us from political influence and keeps the organisation focused on what truly matters: our community.

We operate with transparency and accountability
CIC status ensures clear governance and responsible use of funds.

We exist to support, not control
Unlike an NGB, our role is to empower clubs and associations, not to regulate them.