welcome to the
International Association of Facilitators
With members all over the world, IAF is a global organisation that has been promoting the power of facilitation since 1994.
- We set internationally accepted industry values, ethics, and core competencies for effective facilitation.
- We endorse and certify our members, support an active community of practice, and advocate for the power of facilitation.
Whether you want to grow your facilitation practice or hire a great facilitator, you’ve come to the right place.
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Supporting you in facilitation is our priority.
Explore member benefits
Connect with facilitators worldwide and expand your professional network. Participate in exclusive events and access unique opportunities tailored for members.
Advance your facilitation career
Achieve a globally recognised designation. Join our mentoring program. Gain exclusive access to learning resources.
Hire an IAF Certified™ Professional Facilitator
A facilitator can help your team achieve goals and solve problems, in less time. IAF Certified Professional Facilitators meet global standards for excellence.
Why become a member?
IAF members hail from many sectors, from government to industry, not-for-profit, education, community and international development, and more. Some are new to facilitation while others have years of experience; some work full time as facilitators while for others facilitation is one of multiple roles.
If you are a facilitator, if facilitation is part of your role, or if you’re interested in how facilitation helps people work together, we invite you to join our community and discover first-hand the benefits of having IAF in your corner.
Why join?
You need us. IAF knows the rewards (and the challenges) of guiding groups toward their goals. As a member, you’ll find peer support and opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development to help you thrive as a facilitator.
We need you. We want as many voices as possible to be part of the global conversation. As we build our membership and networks, we are also building awareness of how facilitation enables powerful change.
The world needs all of us. Every day, all around the world, people are looking to tackle tough issues, resolve conflict, and make good decisions – and IAF facilitators are right there with them making it happen.
Benefits of membership
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Professional recognition: Earn industry-recognised endorsement and certification.
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Connections: Share advice, contacts, and support across IAF’s network.
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Resources: Access the IAF Methods Library and other tools.
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Training: Join workshops and conferences, with exclusive discounts.
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Promotion: List your skills in our Find a Facilitator directory.
Cost? (It's worth it.)
Our standard rate is $250 USD per year. Country-based rates are available according to World Bank economic classifications. Discounts are offered for facilitators under 35 and over 75.
Our mission & vision
We envision a world where professional facilitation helps groups, organisations, and communities tackle their challenges. Our mission is to grow the community of practice for everyone who facilitates and to promote the value of facilitation worldwide.
Our global network
IAF connects facilitators in more than 65 countries through regional and local chapters. Chapters are where members meet, learn, and collaborate close to home while staying part of a worldwide community.
