It is the main decision-making body of the organization in the intervals of IHF Congress.

The council is a non-executive, supervisory and strategic body that sets the vision for IHF and global handball.

Each continental confederation may nominate one vice-president if it has at least 23 national federations as full members.

In case of urgent business, the president may seek to make resolutions and decisions by mail between council meetings.

[3] IHF Athletes' Commission is composed of one chairperson and four members elected by the players participating in the Summer Olympic Games every four years.