Federados

Federados is a term used in Spanish for individuals who are members of a federation. A federation is an organized association of member entities or individuals that agree to cooperate under shared statutes and rules. The word federado indicates that the person or organization is registered with and bound by the federation’s regulations and programs. The term is widely used across sectors such as sports, professional associations, and labor or trade unions.

Being federado typically grants rights such as eligibility to participate in federation‑sanctioned events, access to competitions and training resources, and representation in governance structures. It may also confer voting rights in assemblies, insurance or certification benefits, and access to disciplinary protections. Duties usually include adherence to statutes, compliance with rules, payment of membership fees, and participation in required activities.

Federations are usually governed by elected bodies, such as a general assembly and presidency, and operate with commissions or committees. National federations often coordinate with international bodies and maintain rosters of federated members. The precisely defined status of federado can vary by jurisdiction, and in some contexts federado and afiliado denote different levels of membership. In practice, the term appears in rosters, event programs, and official communications to indicate active membership.