2026-07-27T09:17:54-05:00 2025-12-31 411397419 Abdo LLP 5201 Eden Ave Ste 250 Edina MN 55436 990 2025-01-01 980405330 International Society for Sexual Medicine INTE 9105454205 14305 Southcross Dr 100 Burnsville MN 55306 Merel Hartog Executive Director 6128080490 2026-05-06 1 Steven D Anseth CPA P00552219 9528359090 2026-05-06 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z International Society for Sexual Medicine ISSM Merel Hartog 14305 Southcross Dr 100 Burnsville MN 55306 4272721 0 X www.issm.info X 1982 CA Promotion of research and exchange of knowledge in the field of human sexuality. 17 17 0 17 0 0 580642 275175 835231 696759 161156 617517 257638 257884 1834667 1847335 121433 157796 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1808670 1338250 1930103 1496046 -95436 351289 6412141 6832729 372122 250575 6040019 6582154 X To be the most respected and trusted source of information, education and professional development on human sexual health through the delivery of world-class publications, research findings, online and in person opportunities for knowledge exchange, world-wide. 0 0 369387 750 876563 ISSM owns and publishes four peer-reviewed journals: The Journal of Sexual Medicine (JSM), Sexual Medicine (SM), Sexual Medicine Reviews (SMR), and the Video Journal of Sexual Medicine (VJSM). These journals disseminate clinical and scientific research on sexual health, providing essential education for healthcare professionals. ISSM members receive online access, and discounts are available for open-access publications. Additionally, ISSM produces online news bulletins, conducts surveys, and shares research updates to support clinicians and researchers worldwide. 63461 78080 ISSM organizes the World Meeting on Sexual Medicine, a premier international conference where the latest research findings and practical developments in sexual medicine are presented. The meeting serves as a global forum for scientific exchange, professional education, and networking among experts in the field. As part of this initiative, ISSM also recognizes outstanding contributions to sexual medicine through various scientific awards and prizes. 385801 157046 ISSM undertakes various strategic initiatives to advance knowledge and leadership in sexual medicine:International Consultation on Sexual Medicine (ICSM): ISSM organizes the ICSM approximately every 5-7 years to develop authoritative guidelines and position papers in the field. In 2024, the ICSM was held in Madrid, with experts convening to review evidence and establish best practices. The resulting guidelines and position papers will be published in Sexual Medicine Reviews to support clinicians and researchers worldwide. Costs associated with the ICSM include venue expenses, travel support, organization, and social events.Collaboration with Movember: ISSM partners with Movember in a multi-year initiative to improve sexual health care for prostate cancer patients. This collaboration is designed to translate the Guidelines for Sexual Health Care for Prostate Cancer Patients into clinical practice, equipping healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools to address the impact of prostate cancer treatments on sexual function. Through education, training, and awareness efforts, the project aims to enhance communication between clinicians and patients, fostering open discussions and setting realistic expectations for post-treatment sexual and emotional well-being.Future Leaders Program: Launched in 2024, the ISSM Future Leaders Program is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of leaders in sexual medicine. This initiative provides early-career professionals with leadership training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. By fostering emerging talent, ISSM ensures the continued evolution and sustainability of the society, equipping future leaders with the skills and vision to advance the field of sexual medicine.Society Initiatives: ISSM allocates funding to a range of society-driven initiatives that support its mission and global activities. These include projects that have approved grants from the Zorgniotti Fund, projects and activities funded through the Global Outreach Grants, and scholarships for the ESSM School of Sexual Medicine in collaboration with ESSM. Expenditures primarily relate to award funding, educational and outreach activities (in underserved regions), and financial support for trainees and early-career professionals to participate in ISSM programs and meetings. 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Grant funds are allocated based on pre-approved budgets and, where applicable, managed through joint agreements that clearly define responsibilities and permitted use of funds. Expenses are only reimbursed or paid upon receipt of proper supporting documentation (such as invoices/receipts), and funds are tracked per project or meeting. Regular budget monitoring, financial reporting, and post-activity reconciliation ensure that funds are used as intended. In cases of joint meetings or partnerships, financial oversight is shared through steering committees. 1 Sexual Medicine Society of North America 14305 Southcross Drive Suite 100 Minneapolis MN 55406 943298855 501c3 10000 0 FMV Sexual Medicine Grant International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health 14305 Southcross Drive Suite 100 Minneapolis MN 55406 611421087 501c3 8194 0 FMV Sexual Medicine Grant 2 Part I, Line 2: The ISSM monitors the use of grant funds in the U.S. through centralized financial management, clear budget approval, and strict documentation requirements. Grant funds are allocated based on pre-approved budgets and tracked separately per project or program. All expenses require proper supporting documentation (such as invoices/receipts) before payment is made, and regular budget monitoring and reconciliation ensure funds are used as intended. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 3 Management and operational duties are delegated to Status Plus, a Netherlands based management company. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 6 ISSM has the following types of members: full members, associate members and honorary members. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 7a A nominating committee shall be formed for each election. The nominating committee shall be chaired by the immediate past-president of the Society. The nominating committee shall consist of all past-presidents plus one member from each Regional Society. Each Regional Society shall determine whether its representative to the nominating committee shall be elected by members of the Regional Society or shall by appointed by its Board of Directors. The term of office of each Regional Society representation shall be two years. The nominating committee shall nominate one candidate for each open position. In addition to the candidates nominated by the nominating cmmittee, any member of the Society who is not delinquent of dues or ineligible by law to serve as a company director in the State of California may be nominated for election by presenting to the Secretary General a petition for nomination signed by any 20 full members of the Society. There will not be nominations from the floor during the biennial meetings of members. In an election at the biennial meeting of the members, the candidate for each office receiving the most votes shall be elected. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 7b Any action that may be taken at any regular or special meeting of members may be taken without a meeting. If an action is taken without a meeting, the Society must distribute a written ballot to every member entitled to vote on the matter. The ballot must state the proposed action, provide an opportunity to specify approval or disapproval of any proposal, and provide a reasonable time within which to return the ballot to the Society. Such ballot may be taken by electronic transmission but only for a matter referred by the Board of Directors. Approval by written ballot is valid only when the number of votes cast by ballot within the time period specified equals or exceeds the quorum required to be present at a meeting authorizing the action, and the number of approvals equals or exceeds the number of votes that would be required to approve at a meeting at which the total number of votes cast was the same as the number of votes cast by ballot. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b Form 990 is reviewed by the Executive Committee for errors and omissions before it is filed. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c All officers, directors and key staff are required to sign a statement annually disclosing any possible conflicts of interest. The Organization monitors compliance to the best of its ability. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 ISSM is under a Board reviewed/approved management agreement. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 Form 990 is available on GuideStar website, www.guidestar.org. Other documents are available upon request. Form 990, Part XII, Line 2c: The process has not changed from prior year.