International Dad Joke Registry
The International Dad Joke Registry (IDJR) is a global organization established in 1984 following the Great Pun-demic of 1983 to catalog, regulate, and preserve dad jokes worldwide. Based in Chuckletown, the registry maintains the world's largest database of verified paternal humor.
History and Formation
The IDJR emerged from the chaos of the Great Pun-demic when unchecked dad humor threatened to overwhelm social gatherings worldwide. Founded by Dr. Charles "Chuck" Chortle, the organization established the first standardized system for cataloging and rating dad jokes based on their Groan Impact Factor.
Organization Structure
The registry is governed by the Supreme Council of Pun Masters, consisting of twelve veteran fathers who have achieved the highest level of dad joke certification. Key departments include:
- Department of Emergent Wordplay
- Bureau of Knock-Knock Authentication
- Temporal Joke Archive
- Punchline Quality Control
Classification System
The IDJR uses a proprietary five-tier classification system:
- Category A: Classic Dad Jokes ("Hi Hungry, I'm Dad")
- Category B: Situational Puns
- Category C: Weather-Related Wisecracks
- Category D: Spontaneous Dad-Libbing
- Category E: Experimental Dad Humor
Notable Achievements
The Universal Database
The IDJR maintains the Paternal Punchline Database, containing over 2 million verified dad jokes. Each entry includes:
- Original delivery date
- Groan impact measurement
- Number of eye-rolls generated
- Historical significance rating
Certification Program
The registry oversees the certification of Professional Dad Jokers through its rigorous training program. Candidates must demonstrate mastery of timing, delivery, and the ability to maintain a straight face while delivering even the most groan-worthy material.
Annual Events
The IDJR hosts several prestigious events, including:
- The Global Dad Joke Summit
- Annual Pun Championship
- Young Father's Joke Development Workshop
Controversy
In 2012, the registry faced criticism for its controversial decision to include "What did the buffalo say to his son when he left for college? Bison" in the Category A classification. This sparked the Great Dad Joke Debate of 2012, leading to reforms in the classification system.
See Also
- Society for the Prevention of Serious Responses
- Dad Joke Ethics Committee
- Bureau of Comedic Standards