Took present name in 1958. Organizational and individual members in 61 countries. Organize annual global conference, specialized international seminars, training courses, study tours.
Collaboration is by means of exchange of information and mutual attendance at meetings.
The Federation recently cooperated in the development of a WHO document on health criteria for housing, prepared by the WHO Regional Office for Europe. Possibilities are being explored for cooperation in the development of health promotion materials related to health principles of housing, and their active dissemination through the Federation's network.