The International Coaching Federation (ICF) is committed to advancing the professional practice of coaching throughout the world. Coaching is about people. It is about dialogue and understanding.
ICF denounces the unprovoked military invasion of Ukraine. As the situation continues to escalate, we reflect on our Core Values—particularly Humanity—to guide our actions, our words and our conscience. We commit to being humane, kind, compassionate and respectful toward others. Thus, we grieve for those who are suffering. We stand with all members of our community who are in turmoil. For them, and with our fellow global citizens, we pledge to do everything in our power to condemn attacks on freedom and provide support to the innocent.
We encourage coaches everywhere to express their compassion for those in distress – as long as it is safe for them to do so – in a manner that is consistent with the core values we share.
Below, we have compiled resources for ICF Members, Credential-holders, Chapter Leaders, and members of the ICF community at-large. You will also find our statement supporting a peaceful solution in Ukraine.
The following are organizations asking for assistance to help alleviate a growing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. We encourage you to support if and how you feel compelled. This list was compiled in part by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE).
UNICEF is supporting health, nutrition, safe drinking water, sanitation and protection for affected children and families affected in Ukraine. | Learn More
MSF is conducting a range of activities in Ukraine to help people travel to health care facilities and access to prescribed medications. | Learn More
The Switzerland-based international organization seeks to help people affected by the conflict and support the work of the Ukrainian Red Cross. | Learn More
The London-based organization helps deliver essential humanitarian aid to vulnerable children in Ukraine and around the world. | Learn More
The international organization is providing emergency assistance to families in Ukraine, including cash assistance and opportunities for resettlement. | Learn More
The charitable foundation of this organization is helping to provide psychological and psychosocial support to children affected by the Ukrainian conflict. | Learn More
A volunteer-based organization focused on providing medical supplies, humanitarian aid, wounded warrior aid to those injured and their families, as well as raising awareness of the conflict and Ukraine’s struggle for freedom. | Learn More
Below is a collection of articles, white papers, videos and more from a variety of news-gathering organizations, professional associations and education centers.
Tips on Donations to Assist Ukraine Relief Efforts
via Better Business Bureau (BBB) Wise Giving Alliance
How to Handle the Trauma of War From Afar
via American Psychological Association
Age-Related Reactions to a Traumatic Event
via the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)
Psychological First Aid for Displaced Children and Families
via the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)
Traumatic Separation and Refugee and Immigrant Children: Tips for Current Caregivers
via the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)
Safety, Recovery and Hope After Disaster – Helping Communities and Families Recover
via Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress – Uniformed Services University
The Conflict in Ukraine is Causing Some Workers Severe Anxiety; Employers Can Help
via the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Supporting Youth Affected by the War in Ukraine: Tips for Caregivers and Educators
via National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
How to Cope with Stress and Anxiety Caused by the War in Ukraine
via Verywell Mind
How to Talk to Your Kids about Ukraine, According to Psychologists
via CNN Wire
Resources for Educators, Families to Discuss the Events in Ukraine with Students
via San Diego County Office of Education
For more research resources and white papers, visit the Research section of the ICF website.
Uniting Chapters in the Spirit of Coaching Core Values: A Collaboration Case Study
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ICF Credentials and Standards is providing a one-year extension for expiring credential-holders in Ukraine in 2024. Credential holders scheduled to expire in 2024 will have an additional 12 months to renew their credential.
We have also compiled resources on our website for ICF Members, Credential-holders, Chapter Leaders, and members of the ICF community at-large. You may use some of these resources to support colleagues and individuals in Ukraine, as well as others throughout the world.
In addition, ICF is actively exploring partnerships with world organizations that provide “boots-on-the-ground” support and will provide updates as details are finalized. Some ICF Chapters have developed their own offerings, including:
You may also consider creating a project through the ICF Foundation’s Ignite Initiative. Ignite uses the collective power of ICF Chapters, Members and Credential-holders to support the United Nations (UN) 2030 Agenda by providing pro bono coaching to partner organizations whose missions are aligned with any of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Learn more at foundationoficf.org/engage/ignite/ or email us at information@foundationoficf.org.
In addition to being guided by the ICF Core Values in our decision-making process, we also have sought and received guidance and feedback from a variety of inputs, including members, stakeholders and legal consultation, as well as agreement from ICF Leadership, Boards of Directors and Council.
As new global sanctions are added and current sanctions change, ICF Legal Counsel receives guidance from various legal resources to adjust policies and procedures. Sanctions are monitored on a continual basis to ensure we remain in compliance while providing the best support possible to our members and other stakeholders in our ecosystem.
ICF staff is in direct communication via email and calls with chapter presidents, including those of ICF Ukraine. We are also in direct communication with all ICF Boards of Directors and councils through email, calls and Basecamp. ICF Members, Credential-holders and Accredited providers have received email communication.
You may create a project through the ICF Foundation’s Ignite Initiative. Ignite uses the collective power of ICF Chapters, Members and Credential-holders to support the United Nations (UN) 2030 Agenda by providing pro bono coaching to partner organizations whose missions are aligned with any of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Learn more at foundationoficf.org/engage/ignite/ or email us at information@foundationoficf.org.
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