{"id":2658,"date":"2024-08-28T13:32:12","date_gmt":"2024-08-28T17:32:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/about\/values\/diversity-inclusion\/deib-initiatives\/"},"modified":"2025-10-22T10:31:22","modified_gmt":"2025-10-22T14:31:22","slug":"deib-initiatives","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/about\/social-responsibility\/diversity-inclusion\/deib-initiatives\/","title":{"rendered":"DEIB Initiatives"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2>\n\t\t\tMember Resource Groups (MRGs)\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>We are all architects of change. You hold the power to help break down barriers. Together, we become an unstoppable force overcoming obstacles standing in the way of growth and inclusion.<\/p>\n<p>Find support and empower others in our Member Resource Groups (MRGs). MRGs are a bridge connecting people and ideas, creating a space of growth and understanding for underrepresented ICF members, stakeholders, and allies. Open doors for yourself and other members through scholarships, workshops, learning events, celebrations, and more.<\/p>\n<p>MRGs are a free <a href=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/about\/icf-membership\/membership-benefits\/\">ICF member benefit,<\/a> and participation takes place within ICF Engage, our members-only online discussion platform.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/833296150\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n    <button onclick=\"keenSlider.prev()\"><\/button>\n    <button onclick=\"keenSlider.next()\"><\/button>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb-plugin\/cache\/shutterstock_1315451216-scaled-landscape-f69b37e56e541f418df386f70f7aa526-bx1ha5z8rpi6.jpg\" alt=\"coach talking to a group of people around a table all looking at him and listening\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1600\" width=\"2400\" title=\"Millennial,Employees,Gathered,In,Boardroom,For,Training,,Black,Boss,Ceo\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t<h5>\n\t\tBIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color)\n\t<\/h5>\n\t<p>This community of diverse coaches from all ethnic and racial backgrounds share their experiences inside and outside the coaching community to cultivate a deeper understanding of equity in our profession. This group is not exclusively for those who identify as BIPOC. Anyone interested in a more inclusive and equitable coaching world is welcome.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/engage.coachingfederation.org\/communities\/community-home?CommunityKey=b331ab10-4c5f-44b2-8c37-0195af7fe48e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb-plugin\/cache\/icf-deib-military-resource-group-landscape-cbb7a7f3be964ea62c36387a4ead4a5a-v0a8oqkm6c2l.jpg\" alt=\"Army veteran and counselling with therapist for mental health, help or support on sofa in office\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1133\" width=\"1630\" title=\"icf-deib-military-resource-group\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t<h5>\n\t\tInternational Military Veterans\n\t<\/h5>\n\t<p>Transitioning from military service to a coaching career can be both rewarding and challenging. The Veterans MRG provides a supportive community for veterans from any background, offering resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities. This group is open to all who are interested in supporting veterans and the advancement of the coaching profession.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/engage.coachingfederation.org\/communities\/community-home?CommunityKey=cc7ade35-c759-4cb4-84de-0195af829f3e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb-plugin\/cache\/coaches-walking-landscape-211f6e6506146f621c2768b8ec34acb1-vsucwyn0tjla.jpg\" alt=\"Two coaches, a man and a woman, are walking and smiling in a modern office building.\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"438\" width=\"584\" title=\"coaches-walking\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t<h5>\n\t\tKaleidoscope\n\t<\/h5>\n\t<p>This group brings together coaches who represent a broad range of identities and lived experiences related to gender and sexuality. It encourages dialogue, connection, and allyship to foster a more inclusive coaching profession. Open to all, Kaleidoscope welcomes those who want to support and uplift this vibrant community.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/engage.coachingfederation.org\/communities\/community-home?CommunityKey=9397c84e-01a0-4161-a11c-0196cf68024e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb-plugin\/cache\/shutterstock_2322626593-scaled-landscape-f22c6838b4a826d38a4d1f8bad6e8613-c8grv9hl4m1d.jpg\" alt=\"two people sitting in chairs at a table with a third in a wheel chair all in conversation\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1600\" width=\"2400\" title=\"Male,Trader,In,A,Wheelchair,Working,With,His,Colleagues,In\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t<h5>\n\t\tPersons with Disabilities\n\t<\/h5>\n\t<p>Coaches, clients, and allies who have experiences with disabilities, are invited to join us in creating a more inclusive coaching community. Whether your experience is with physical, cognitive, sensory, psychological, developmental, and acquired disabilities, or chronic health conditions we offer support, resources, and a space to share experiences.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/engage.coachingfederation.org\/communities\/community-home?CommunityKey=f30b5ace-1f4a-4836-8bfe-0195af801baa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/bb-plugin\/cache\/shutterstock_2237853093-scaled-landscape-86201df48c27535cda8e62e75137d47a-h6mxw5tuge2l.jpg\" alt=\"man high-fives woman at a table with another smiling next to him\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1438\" width=\"2400\" title=\"Successful,Business,People,Giving,Each,Other,A,High,Five,In\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n\t\t<h5>\n\t\tYoung Professionals (40 and under)\n\t<\/h5>\n\t<p>Young Professionals are the future of the coaching profession. This MRG is open to anyone who is interested in building a community of tomorrow&#8217;s coaching leaders focused on generational diversity and advancing our profession.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/engage.coachingfederation.org\/communities\/community-home?CommunityKey=98b53946-34d6-421a-b52d-0195af82d1b0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tChapter Diversity Training\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>ICF chapters are not only helping to guide the future of coaching but also shape the values and culture that define our profession. Together, we are nurturing the roots within local communities to ensure DEIB blossoms all over the world.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/shutterstock_2424450089-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"smiling coach addressing three people at a conference table\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1600\" width=\"2400\" title=\"Happy,Middle,Aged,Business,Woman,Executive,Ceo,Leader,Discussing,Project\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n<h3>\n\t\t\tTraining for Chapter Leaders\t<\/h3>\n\t<p>One of the most powerful ways to lead is by deepening your commitment to DEIB. Your growth in these areas is not just a leadership responsibility &#8211; it&#8217;s an opportunity to inspire lasting change. That&#8217;s why ICF Global offers four diversity workshops each year specifically for ICF chapter leaders.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Creating a Diversity Mission and Vision Statement and Values*<\/strong>: Gain the skills necessary to establish DEIB guiding principles for your chapter.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chapter Data Collection and Reporting*<\/strong>: Understand how to collect and share the data needed for the chapter diversity tracking tool.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Setting Chapter Diversity Goals<\/strong>: Learn how to develop and track strong DEIB goals and initiatives.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DEIB and Change Management<\/strong>: Gain the techniques needed to implement a change management methodology into your ICF chapter and DEIB strategy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>*Training topics have pre-work in the form of a self-paced course, which is available in the<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/learning.coachingfederation.org\/cw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> ICF Learning Portal<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>\n\t\t\tAdditional Resources\t<\/h3>\n\t<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/engage.coachingfederation.org\/communities\/chapter-leaders-community?CommunityKey=e9490fd4-a479-4c00-b06d-01927d450531\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DEIB Chapter Leader Group on ICF Engage.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/engage.coachingfederation.org\/communities\/community-home?communitykey=23314acc-f003-4014-abad-0193d11f515e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DEIB Practitioners Group on ICF Engage.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.coachingfederation.org\/eweb\/DynamicPage.aspx?Action=Add&amp;ObjectKeyFrom=1A83491A-9853-4C87-86A4-F7D95601C2E2&amp;WebCode=ProdDetailAdd&amp;DoNotSave=yes&amp;ParentObject=CentralizedOrderEntry&amp;ParentDataObject=Invoice%20Detail&amp;ivd_formkey=69202792-63d7-4ba2-bf4e-a0da41270555&amp;ivd_prc_prd_key=E4B71884-5AFF-416A-9835-5E8C48D1CA95\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Disabilities Training Manual<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/shutterstock_1921305473-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"woman in focus smiling in a row at a class\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"1529\" width=\"2400\" title=\"Audience,Listening,To,The,Speech,Of,The,Speaker,And,Smiling.\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tVolunteers, the Vital Force Behind Our DEIB Initiatives\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>At the heart of ICF&#8217;s DEIB initiatives are dedicated volunteers. These passionate individuals are leading the charge to ensure DEIB is woven into every aspect of our work &#8211; from training and development to community engagement and beyond.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/group\/the-global-diversity-council\/\" target=\"_self\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMeet Our DEIB Change-Makers\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tDEIB Resources\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Looking for more ways to deepen your cultural competency, expand your impact, and create more inclusive coaching experiences? 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