The International Association of Curators of Contemporary Art (IKT) is an exclusive membership organization formed in 1973. Its primary purpose is to unite curators from around the globe, facilitating opportunities for them to convene, share expertise, swap insights, and expand their professional connections. IKT serves as an advocate for the collective interests of contemporary curators worldwide, with notable figures like Eberhard Roters, Eddy de Wilde, and Harald Szeemann among its early members. The organization's overarching goal is to encourage and amplify discussions related to the practice of curating.