WHEREAS, the Isshinryu World Karate Association (IWKA), which has over 40,000 members worldwide, was formed in 1974 and celebrates its 50th year with the Karate Championships in Pittsburgh. The Isshinryu Karate Academy, located at 600 Greentree Rd., will host the event on August 1-3, 2024 at the Wyndham Grand Hotel in Downtown Pittsburgh; and,