International Modeling Foundation
Effective: February 6, 2026
The International Modeling Foundation exists to establish and uphold ethical standards across the global modeling industry. We believe every model deserves to work in an environment free from exploitation, harassment, and abuse.
This Ethical Charter represents our commitment to creating lasting, positive change through verification, accountability, and collective action.
Every individual in the modeling industry—regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, body type, or experience level—possesses inherent dignity that must be respected. We reject all forms of exploitation, objectification, and dehumanization.
Physical and psychological safety is non-negotiable. All working environments must be free from harassment, assault, coercion, and intimidation. Reporting mechanisms must exist and be accessible without fear of retaliation.
Consent must be freely given, specific, informed, and revocable. Models have the right to understand and agree to all aspects of their work, including usage rights, compensation, and any digital or AI applications of their likeness.
Business practices must be transparent. This includes clear contracts, honest communication about job requirements, fair and timely payment, and disclosure of all fees and commissions.
All industry participants must be accountable for their conduct. Violations of ethical standards will result in consequences, and patterns of misconduct will be documented and addressed through our enforcement system.
All IMF-certified individuals and organizations commit to:
Models under 18 receive enhanced protections including mandatory guardian presence, restricted working hours, age-appropriate content requirements, and additional consent procedures. Exploitation of minors results in permanent certification revocation.
Models own their digital identity. Any AI-generated or digital representation of a model's likeness requires explicit, documented consent. Unauthorized use of digital twins is a serious violation subject to enforcement action.
Additional care must be taken with individuals who may be vulnerable due to immigration status, financial circumstances, language barriers, or other factors. Exploitation of vulnerability is strictly prohibited.
This Charter is enforced through our reporting and enforcement system:
By becoming IMF-certified, you join a community committed to building a safer, more professional modeling industry. Together, we can create the standards and accountability the industry has long needed.
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