Election to IDA's Board of Representatives
Did you know that IDA's direction is shaped by members just like yourself?
As a democratic society, IDA is governed by the Board of Representatives which sets the direction for IDA's work and elects the President and executive committee. The board of representatives has 65 members - 4 students and 61 ordinary members.
How to run for election
Elections to the Board of Representatives are held every 3 years - also known as the IDA election.
All graduate members of IDA are eligible to run. You can run on one of the existing political lists - see them here. Or you can create a new list if you see a different path for IDA.
The last IDA election was in spring 2025 - read more here
Are you a student member?
The Board of Representatives reserves 4 seats to student members. If you are a student and member of IDA - and want to become politically active in IDA's Board of Representatives, please contact IDA STEM Students at idavalg@ida.dk for learn more about your opportunities for using your influence.
The Board of Representatives is IDA's parliament
You can compare the Board of Representatives to the parliament. It is composed of a number of electoral lists (parties), each with their own key issues.
The 65 elected members of the Board of Representatives elect the President of IDA and appoints IDA’s Executive Committee, which is responsible for managing IDA. Together, they lay down the strategy for IDA as:
- A trade union working for a good framework for members' lives
- A professional community seeking to inspire and develop members
- An interest group being part of creating a better future