International Women's Boxing Federation

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International Women's Boxing Federation
AbbreviationIWBF
FounderFrank Globuschutz
Founded at Huntington, New York
Purpose Boxing sanctioning organization
Headquarters Huntington, New York
Region
Worldwide
president
Frank Globuschutz

The IWBF (International Women's Boxing Federation) is one of the more recognized world championship fight sanctioning organizations in Women's boxing. The organization is based in Huntington, New York.

The IWBF was formed in 1992. It is presided over by Frankie "G" Globuschutz.

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