Welcome to IFTDO
The International Federation of Talent Development Organisations (IFTDO) is a global network that connects leading HR, L&D, and performance improvement professionals from over 50 countries. Since 1972, we have championed innovation, inclusion, and impact in workforce development across all sectors
Our Mission is to empower the global HRD community by fostering collaboration, enhancing networking, and promoting knowledge sharing.
Learn More About Our HistoryWhy Join IFTDO?Â
Membership gives you direct access to a global network of thought leaders, innovators, and professionals dedicated to advancing human resource development. Benefits include:Â
- Collaborating with global NGOs
- Gain international visibility through speaking, writing,
and project participation - Access to valuable content, research, connections, and talent through the IFTDO Digital HUB
- Be a part of a global movement to develop and empower people
- Access to new markets for your thought leadership,
products and services - Access to exclusive webinars and global conferences
- Collaborating with experts and innovators in HRD
- Participating in regional chapters and leadership committees
- Discounted certifications and training partner programs
Join a Community That Thrives
No matter your role—training provider, HRD leader, entrepreneur, academic, or NGO professional—IFTDO offers a powerful platform to grow your influence, connect with a global network, and drive lasting impact worldwide.
Become a Member Today
50+ Years of Shaping the Future of Global HRD
IFTDOÂ Members in
50+ countries
Partnering with NGOs, government agencies, and leading institutions
United Nations ECOSOC
The state of membership associations in HR, learning and development, and performance improvement.
A research brief on demand, membership, revenue, and the case for federation.
Research Brief | July 2026 | Update 02
Download the ReportUpcoming Special Programs:Â
Cognitive Advantage™: Knowing. Doing. Performing.
Using Emergenetics® and MURAL, we will move through the D.E.E.P. pattern:
October 7 — DETAILS: Know Your Cognitive Advantage (completed)
October 21 — EVIDENCE: The Performance Case for Cognitive Advantage
November 4 — EMPATHY: The Empty Chair, Human Performance, and Co-Elevation
November 18 — PROSPECTIVE: From Cognitive Advantage to Practice
Each one-hour session will be practical and interactive, with real use cases in decision-making, performance improvement, People Analytics, leadership, teamwork, consulting, facilitation, and AI-enabled work.Â
The series also provides a practical lead-in to the IFTDO-hosted Emergenetics® Certification, December 1–2 via Zoom.
Time: 1:00 PM UTCÂ
Register TodayISO Standard for L&D Metrics Workshop
18 November 2026 | 3:00 PM UTC | Zoom
Join us for a transformative four-hour workshop led by Dave Vance, the team leader behind ISO Standard 30437 on Learning and Development Metrics. This workshop is designed specifically for learning and development practitioners who want to enhance their metric reporting in alignment with international standards. Participants will discover a framework for classifying their organizational metrics and explore strategies to expedite the actual reporting.
Register NowUpcoming Global Webinars:Â
Blended Leading: Move from Measuring to Action
Date: 27 October 2026
Time: 1:00 PM UTC
Presenter: Mr. Guido Betz
From Potential to Performance: The Power of Performance Improvement
Date:Â 10Â November 2026
Time: 2:00 PM UTC
Presenter: Dr. Lynne MacBain, EdD.
Mastering Decision Making in the AI Era
Date:Â 8Â December 2026
Time: 1:00 PM UTC
Presenter: Mr. Angelo BiasiÂ
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Tayo Rotimi, CEO at MacTay Consulting; Chair, IFTDO Strategy, Governance, and International Relations Committee, IFTDO, Past Chair.
"Through my membership of IFTDO, I've connected with global learning and talent development leaders, shared knowledge and best practices, and gained a deeper appreciation for diverse cultures. I encourage others to join IFTDO to tap into this global network, leverage best practices, and shape the future of HRD practice."
Janet Jolaoso, Past President, Nigerian Institute for Training and Development; Chair, Committee on Women Empowerment (CWE), IFTDO
"IFTDO is the global leader—making a difference through youth and women empowerment."
Dr. V. Gautam, Chairman, Dev Kusum International Foundation
"IFTDO’s method helps reveal purposeful meaning and insight in common experiences, enabling professionals to better navigate life and career challenges."
Atul Shah, National President, Indian Society for Training and Development
"IFTDO has been leveraging learning potential across professionals for decades—and can propel your global connections to broaden your insight."
Dr. Ghalib Saif Mohammed Al Hosni, Chief People Officer, Oman Telecommunications Company (S.A.O.G); Chair of the Board of Oman Society of HRM (OSHRM)
"Serving on IFTDO committees has been a deeply transformative journey—where global collaboration turns into meaningful action, and every voice, regardless of origin, plays a vital role in shaping a more inclusive and empowered future for workforce development across cultures and continents."
