International Circassian Association

The International Circassian Association (ICA) is the umbrella organization that represents all Circassian institutions around the world. In various Circassian communities, there are local Circassian associations, known as "Adyghe Khase". The aim of these associations is to provide a comfortable environment where Circassians can speak the Circassian language, participate in cultural activities, and learn the principles of the Khabze code. These associations operate on local and regional levels, and communicate internationally through the International Circassian Association. KAFFED, which is the umbrella organization of Circassians in Turkey, is a founding member of the International Circassian Association and remains a member. Despite discussions in 2022 among KAFFED regarding KAFFED's potential withdrawal from the ICS due to KAFFED's perception of the ICS as a Russian puppet organization, it remains as a member.