Calligraphy Association is a non-governmental academic organization.
This brings different authority. Look at the list of leading members (take the previous two sessions as an example)
Member of the First Presidium of Calligraphers Association
Chairman: Shu Tong
Vice-chairmen: Zhao Puchu, Sha Menghai, Qi Gong, Lin Lin, Chen Shuliang and Dani.
Members of the Second Presidium
Honorary Chairman: Shu Tong
Chair: Qigong
Vice Chairman: Go to Wang Xuezhong, Lu Shi, Shen Peng and Huang Qi.
Shu Tong, Zhao Puchu, Sha Menghai, Qi Gong ... The names are resounding.
The Calligraphy Association has basically never heard of it, and everyone has never seen it. Most of them are enthusiasts.