Welcome to IFTDO
The International Federation of Training and Development Organisations (IFTDO) is a global network that connects leading HR, L&D, and performance improvement professionals from over 25 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.
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50+ Years of Shaping the Future of Global HRD
IFTDOÂ Members in
25+ 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 ReportWebinar: Leading Forward: Cross-Generational Mentorship
28 July | 1:00 PM UTC
Presenter: Dr. Janet I. K. Jolaoso & Dr. Felmi Bolaji
During the webinar we will explore how mentorship can strengthen leadership continuity, empower women and youth, support entrepreneurship, and build workforce capability across Africa and beyond.
We are especially pleased to include perspectives from IFTDO’s UN ECOSOC youth representative Tara Omisorg, ensuring that young leaders are part of the conversation not only as future beneficiaries, but as active contributors to global HRD, innovation, and public-benefit development.Â
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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."
