Welcome to our informational presentation on the

International Association of Facilitators

What is Facilitation

Group facilitation is a process in which a person whose selection is acceptable to all the

members of the group, who is substantively neutral, and who has no substantive decision–making authority diagnoses and intervenes to

help a group improve how it identifies and solves problems and makes decisions, to

increase the group’s effectiveness.

Who we are

We are the people who make the definition work

Who we are:

Members come from all walks of life: Corporate sector in-house staff Public sector facilitators in-house staff Independent Consultants and Facilitators Non-Profit staff Education sector

Where we are:

The IAF is divided into seven regions AfricaAsia

CanadaEurope

Latin America and the CaribbeanOceania

The United States

Where we are:

Our 1200 members represent each region and each region elects a director to the

Board of the IAFWe are truly a worldwide organization

Our Mission Statement:

The mission of the IAF is to promote, support and advance the art and

practice of professional facilitation

Our Values:Inclusiveness - Including the full spectrum of personal, professional and cultural diversity in our membership and in the field of facilitationGlobal Scope - Connecting and serving facilitators locally, nationally and internationallyParticipation - Advocating participative methodologies that generate ownership of decisions and actionsCelebration - Celebrating life through spirit filled quality interchange, activities and eventsInnovative Form - Modeling a participative and flexible organizational structure that promotes growth, change and learningSocial Responsibility - Supporting socially responsible change within private, public and voluntary organizations

Our Vision is to:Be a leading influence in the art and mastery of facilitationBe a worldwide connection between diverse members and partnersProvide ongoing global exchange of facilitation expertise

Our Vision is to:Be the premier provider of resources in support of the professional facilitatorBe a strong, evolving organization focused on inclusive and participatory practicesProvide relevant information grounded in applied research to meet customer needs and respond to social trends

How we communicate:

Our Global Flipchart newsletter sets a world standard in member communicationsMany IAF regions have their own additional newsletterMembers are contacted by email with news and membership itemsInformation is available on our websiteRegional Directors communicate directly with members in their regionsOur LinkedIn forums encourage lively discussions

Our StructureThe IAF is a registered organization in the United States of AmericaThe IAF is governed by an elected Board of Directors who volunteer their time to the organizationEach Region elects a director for a two-year termEach Region may also have local chapters

2012 – 2013 Board of Directors

Benefits of MembershipAccess to IAF materials online such as “Facilitation 101”Access to the Methods Data BaseIAF JournalMonthly comprehensive newsletter, The Global FlipchartDiscounted Conference RatesAccess to the CPF Program and certification

Benefits of MembershipAccess to the Find a Facilitator feature on the IAF websiteAccess to local chapters (where available)Permission to advertise with the IAF logoAccess to your peers in networks like LinkedInOpportunity to stay current with facilitation methods and techniques

The Certified Professional Facilitator (CPF)

The International Association of Facilitators (IAF) has met the need for standards in facilitator certification. In 1990, an international team of IAF members identified the core competencies required to facilitate group interaction. This team's efforts resulted in the IAF competency model and assessment process.

The Certified Professional Facilitator (CPF)

The assessment process is based on rigorous peer review of knowledge, experience and demonstration of skills. The IAF Certified™ Professional Facilitator designation indicates attainment of these core competencies. The professional facilitator designation offers clients an assurance that those who are certified are qualified to design and provide basic group facilitation services.

IAF and Social Media Find and Follow us on:

FacebookLinkedInOur YouTube ChannelTwitter @IAFacilitatorsOur website iaf-world.org

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