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MISSION & STATUTES

ESOMAR is the world organisation for enabling better research into markets, consumers and societies.

With 5,000 members in 100 countries, ESOMAR’s aim is to promote the value of market and opinion research in illuminating real issues and bringing about effective decision-making.

To facilitate this ongoing dialogue, ESOMAR creates and manages a comprehensive programme of industry-specific and thematic conferences, publications and communications as well as actively advocating self-regulation and the worldwide code of practice.

All ESOMAR members, as well as their company contact details, are listed in the ESOMAR Directory of members. Members agree to abide by the ICC/ESOMAR International Code on Market and Social Research, which has been jointly drafted by ESOMAR and the International Chamber of Commerce and is endorsed by the major national professional bodies around the world.

ESOMAR was founded in 1948.

ESOMAR Statutes

The objects of the Society are:

a) Internationally, to promote the development and use of marketing, social and opinion research, being recognised forms of scientific endeavour, as an important basis for effective management decision in both public and private sectors alike.

b) To further the professional interest of Members wherever they may reside and work.

c) To encourage the highest technical standards and levels of professional conduct among its Members.

d) To establish a code or codes of ethical practice and professional standards.

e) To study and advise on national and/or international legislation and judicial decisions which may appear to affect Members in their professional capacity.

f) To provide the means, through meetings, congresses, seminars, publications and other activities by which all Members may extend their knowledge, widen their experience and advance their professional status.

g) To engage in any other activity or activities as may be considered with the interest of Members.

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ESOMAR Statutes
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