Coaching Essentials
Allyship in Action: Coaching as a Catalyst for Change
Allyship is often framed as a value or an intention. In practice,…
The Role of Cultural Humility in Coaching
Remember the last potluck you attended? Everyone brought a dish, a food representing their…
How Conscientious Inclusion Can Improve Your Coaching
Coaching continues to evolve as the world becomes more interconnected, multicultural, and…
How Coaching Is Driving Inclusion Around the Globe: Lessons from Local ICF Chapters
When a group of mothers in Kazakhstan, many of whom had never…
Belonging Beyond Numbers: How ICF Demographic Trends Are Shaping the Future of Coaching
What does it really mean to belong? For the International Coaching Federation…
Measuring Progress: A Reflective Analysis of Member Demographic Trends from the ICF Member Values Survey
Get an inside look at how the global coaching community is evolving and becoming more diverse. Measuring Progress: A Reflective Analysis of Member Demographic Trends focuses on understanding who is in the coaching space and how they feel represented.
Coaching for Inclusion and Community Change: Highlights from ICF’s DEIB Chapter Initiatives
Discover how coaching can drive social impact and change. Coaching for Inclusion and Community Change explores how the ICF DEIB Chapter Initiative empowered local chapters to create community projects that expanded access to coaching to promote belonging.
The Power of Self-Awareness in Coaching: Becoming the Professional Clients Trust and Transform With
This post comes from Dr. D. Ivan Young, an ICF Business Solutions…
ICF Core Competencies Comparison
Quickly see what’s new in the 2025 ICF Core Competencies with this side-by-side comparison to the 2019 version. The chart highlights added sub-competencies, refined definitions, and key updates, providing a quick way to review the changes — ideal for coaches seeking a concise reference.
2019 ICF Core Competencies
The ICF Core Competencies provide a modern framework for ethical, effective coaching. Key areas include mindset, communication, and growth, offering valuable guidance for coaches seeking professional development and alignment with industry standards.