Cijm

What Cijm does

CIJM (Comité International des Jeux Mathématiques) is a French non-profit association (loi 1901) founded in 1993 and headquartered at the Institut Henri Poincaré in Paris. Its mission is to improve the public image of mathematics by federating approximately 40 member associations worldwide that collectively reach several million people. The organization serves general public and families, schools and educators, and its federated member associations, primarily across Europe with extension into North America, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.

CIJM's core products and activities center on mathematical games, puzzles, and competitions. Physical products include the Hex board game (new €24 edition co-edited with Plaisir-Maths, prefaced by Fields Medalist Hugo Duminil-Copin), printed brochures (Maths Express), and annual game booklets (Livrets-jeux). Digital offerings comprise interactive online games (Carrés d'Euler, Gratte-ciel, A chacun sa place, Les voisins, online Hex), downloadable exhibitions, and treasure-hunt educational kits. Flagship events include the annual Salon Culture et Jeux Mathématiques in Paris (entering its 27th edition in 2026) and the 40th Championnat International des Jeux Mathématiques et Logiques, organized nationally for France by FFJM with international finals in 2026.

The organization generates revenue through three primary streams: unit-priced game and publication sales (mostly through events and partner platform boutique.plaisir-maths.fr), membership/institutional support backed by formal agréments from French public authorities, and donations/patronage solicited through the website. Most activities and resources are offered free of charge. The organization operates with a small core staff and relies heavily on a network of volunteer-driven member associations, with governance by a board of directors, executive bureau, and honorary committee.

Name

Cijm

Legal name

Comité International des Jeux Mathématiques

Website

https://cijm.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CIJM is a French non-profit federation of approximately 40 mathematical associations worldwide, promoting mathematics through games, publications, annual events, and international competitions serving the general public, schools, and educators.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Educational Mathematics Services & Recreational Math

NAICS

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers (459)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Games, Toys & Children's Vehicles (No Dolls & Bicycles) (3944), Books: Publishing Or Publishing & Printing (2731)

akta.pro primary industry

Research & Science Fair Competitions (Science Fairs, Research Symposiums) (EDAMAGAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Olympiad-Style Proof & Advanced Topics Programs (Number Theory/Combinatorics/Geometry) (EDAMAEAD), Strategy/Euro Board Games Retail (CRALALAC), Simulation, Scenario & Serious Games Design (EDAGAKAH)

Keywords

• Mathematical games federation
• Recreational mathematics
• Educational math publications
• Math board games
• Mathematical competitions

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Game and Publication Sales: Sales of the Hex game (new edition at €24) and mathematical brochures and game booklets at events and through partner platforms
2. Membership and Institutional Support: Recognized by public authorities as an Association nationale de jeunesse et d'éducation populaire with Agrément national de l'Éducation Nationale, supported by a prestigious honorary committee and various institutions and scientific universities
3. Donations and Patrons: Dons – Mécénat section on website indicates solicitation of donations and patronage

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

CIJM is a non-profit federation that organizes the annual Salon Culture et Jeux Mathématiques in Paris, creates and distributes mathematical games and publications (notably the Jeu de Hex board game co-edited with Plaisir-Maths, Maths Express brochures, game booklets, and Panoramath), and runs international mathematical games championships and competitions (Coupe Euromath, Challenge André Parent, international Hex tournament). It federates approximately 40 member associations worldwide and provides free educational resources, online interactive games, and exhibitions to promote mathematics to the general public, families, and educators.

Product overview

CIJM (Comité International des Jeux Mathématiques) is a non-profit federation of over 40 mathematical associations that provides a portfolio of products and services centered on promoting mathematics through games and playful activities. The core offerings include the annual Salon Culture et Jeux Mathématiques (an international festival in Paris), the international mathematical games championship, and various publications (Maths Express brochures, livrets-jeux booklets). Physical products include the Jeu de Hex board game in multiple formats. Digital offerings encompass online interactive games (Carrés d'Euler, Gratte-ciel, etc.), downloadable exhibitions, and educational materials like the Chasses aux Énigmes treasure hunts. Competitive events include the Coupe Euromath, Challenge André Parent for students, and international Hex tournaments. The organization also produces cultural content combining arts and mathematics through conferences and performances.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Salon Culture et Jeux Mathématiques: Annual flagship event featuring mathematical games, exhibitions, competitions including the Coupe Euromath and Hex tournament, held in Paris.
• Championnat International des Jeux Mathématiques et Logiques
• Challenge André Parent
• Coupe Euromath

Products and services

• Salon Culture et Jeux Mathématiques Annual international festival (27th edition in 2026) dedicated to mathematical games and culture, held at Place Saint-Sulpice in Paris. Features game demonstrations, competitions, exhibitions, workshops, and conferences for children, families, and the general public.
• Jeu de Hex (Hex Board Game) Strategic board game published by CIJM, co-edited with Plaisir-Maths. Available in multiple formats including a 23x19cm box with two board sizes (9 and 11), wooden box version, and three-player version. Sold at €24 for the new edition.
• Championnat International des Jeux Mathématiques et Logiques International mathematical games and logic competition organized for France by FFJM (Fédération Française des Jeux Mathématiques), a CIJM member. National finals and international finals involve 100,000+ participants across 8 age categories.
• Maths Express Brochure series offering mathematical culture content, available for free download or purchase at events. Distributed to families, educators, and the general public.
• Livrets-jeux (Game Booklets) Game booklets for children and families featuring puzzles, enigmas, and mathematical challenges, published annually for the Salon Culture et Jeux Mathématiques.
• Expositions Traveling and downloadable exhibitions on mathematical themes including Rivages mathématiques, mathématiciens célèbres, and interactive paths like Le nombre d'or.
• Online Math Games (Carrés d'Euler, Gratte-ciel, A chacun sa place, Les voisins, Énigmes interactives) Interactive online games accessible through the cijm.org website. Includes Carrés d'Euler, Gratte-ciel, A chacun sa place, Les voisins, online Hex, and interactive enigmas for general public and educational use.
• Chasses aux Énigmes Treasure hunt with mathematical enigmas designed for schools and families, featuring invisible ink clues revealed with UV lamps.
• Coupe Euromath European mathematics competition held during the Salon Culture et Jeux Mathématiques, featuring teams from CIJM member associations competing in mathematical challenges.
• Challenge André Parent Competition for middle and high school students to stage short theatrical scenes presenting mathematical concepts, games, or enigmas, held during the Salon.
• Tournoi International de Jeu de Hex International Hex board game tournament organized during the Salon and at various events, with junior and senior categories.
• Panoramath Comprehensive reference on mathematical games and culture, providing an overview of mathematical games and their history.
• Calendriers mathématiques de fin d'année Interactive mathematical advent calendars with daily enigmas created by member associations (Mathématiques sans Frontières and FFJM), available through the Genially platform.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reaches several million people worldwide through member associations
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Plaisir MathsflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Co-editors of the new Hex game edition sold at €24. Includes two game boards (sizes 9 and 11), tokens, and accompanying booklet prefaced by Hugo Duminil-Copin, Fields Medal 2022.
• Institut Henri PoincarécoreOthers · 1 January 1993Host institution for CIJM headquarters located at 11 rue Pierre et Marie Curie, Paris. Provides institutional support and venue for exhibitions including Patrice Jeener retrospective.
• Magazine TangentecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerProvides support for Challenge André Parent, a competition for middle and high school students to present mathematical scenettes. Partner in gift offerings for participants.
• Kangourou des MathématiquescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner in Challenge André Parent competition providing gift support for student participants.
• Fédération Française des Jeux Mathématiques (FFJM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember organization and co-organizer of Coupe Euromath competition. Organizes national qualifiers for International Championship with over 100,000 participants.
• AnimathminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInvited CIJM to participate in Forum de la Culture Scientifique organized by the Mairie de Paris.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

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