The Institute of International Finance (IIF) is a global association that serves as the leading voice for the financial services industry. Established in 1983 by 38 banks from leading industrialized countries in response to the international debt crisis, the IIF's mission is to support the financial industry in prudently managing risks, developing sound industry practices, and advocating for regulatory, financial, and economic policies that are in the broad interests of its members and foster global financial stability. The organization provides its members with in-depth economic and financial research, analysis on regulatory and policy issues, and a forum for high-level networking and discussion.