An NGB would be expected to deliver the following functions within its area of jurisdiction:
- Control and regulate the environment of its sport.
- Administer the practice and participation of its sport.
- Develop its sport.
- Influence both its members and organisations of which it is a member (for example, international bodies).
To be able to deliver the functions, a recognised NGB is likely to undertake the following activities:
- Prepare and implement a vision and strategic plan for its sport and determine how it will be implemented nationally, regionally and locally.
- Promote its sport.
- Manage the rules and regulations of its sport, including anti-doping, child protection and equality.
- Implement a governance framework for its sport.
- Administer officials of its sport.
- Assist with potential funding for capital and revenue projects.
- Offer an affiliation and accreditation process.
- Establish and maintain links with the international governing body / federation.
- Encourage and grow participation.
- Develop coaches, athletes, officials and participants.
- Organise and host competitions.
