Institute of Leadership Coaching And Strategy Joins IFTDO, UK

The Institute of Leadership Coaching and Strategy (ILCS) has officially been admitted as a corporate member of the International Federation of Training and Development Organisations (IFTDO) in the United Kingdom.

ILCS President & Chairman of Council, Dr. Olasunkade Azeez, FILCS and Registrar/Chief Executive announced this in a press statement on Friday.

The Institute of Leadership Coaching and Strategy is a multi-dimensional professional body established as an offshoot of the Chartered Institute of Leadership, Policy, and Strategy (CILPS), United States of America was registered on September 19, 2022. The Institute was subsequently registered in Nigeria on 1st December, 2024 with the mandates to regulate and promote the net worth of responsible and disciplined leadership, capacity building and effective strategic thrusts for good governance through just, equitable, and fair society through research, across the strata of the society for the benefit of humanity through advocacy.

The accreditation is part of the Institute’s strategy to affiliate with reputable global bodies to position it with international affiliation for the purpose of national development and members’ professional growth through certifications and networking to increase their net worth across the globe.

The Institute also has affiliations with IFTDO Africa Confederation and National Council for Centre for Management Development (NCMD)
The IFTDO global accreditation opens a suite of benefits that directly boost members’ professional growth such as:
Access to a global network of thought leaders and professionals in capacity development.
Participation in international conferences and networking opportunities.
Access to valuable content, research, and resources through the IFTDO Digital HUB.
Discounts on the ROI Institute’s Return on Investment Boot Camp.
Membership to the Center for Talent Development, Measurement, and Reporting, which  includes access to a Measures Library and interactive workshops.

The press statement by the Institute added that ‘These advantages translate into more learning resources, stronger leadership networking opportunities, and greater visibility for ILCS members worldwide. We are excited to leverage this partnership to elevate our programmes, expand our research collaborations, advocacy and bring even more value to your professional journey and desire to contribute our quota towards the nation’s development.

“Meanwhile, the International Federation of Training and Development Organisations (IFTDO) is a global network that connects organisations’ Leaders, Human Resources, Learning and Development and performance improvement professionals from over 25 countries. Since 1972, it has championed innovation, inclusion, and impact in workforce development across all sectors.

“Its Mission is to empower the global HRD community by fostering collaboration, enhancing networking, and promoting knowledge sharing.

“IFTDO connects World’s top leaders and HR practitioners through a powerful platform to grow influence, connect with a global network and drive lasting impact worldwide.”