FAQs We understand, you have questions about the IAESDP. Since its founding, the members of the ESD Community have asked important questions about the Association and we want to make sure you have answers. ESD, as an industry, movement, and…
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Advanced seminar 2025
ADVANCED LEARNING ESD VIRTUAL SEMINAR 7 – 8 August 2025 Explore diverse ESD lineages, cutting-edge approaches, and shared learning across global certification programs. Secure your spot See all events Days Hours Minutes Connect. Grow. Empower. This inspiring event will feature…
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Ready to join a global network of like-minded professionals? Membership We offer Empowerment Individual Membership (discounted pricing based on financial need) and International Tiered Pricing. To learn more about these, see below. If you think you qualify for Empowerment or…
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FAQs Have questions? We’ve got answers! Read through our most frequently asked questions below or contact us with any additional questions. General FAQs How do I become a member of the International Association of ESD Professionals? Expand Just click on…
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ESD Credentialing Created by ESD Professionals Just Like You What is an ESD Professional Credential? ESD professionals around the world embrace a shared purpose and core principles. The Association of ESD Professionals was formed, in part, to promote a common,…
Continuing Education
Continuing Education with the IAESDP Meeting your Credential Requirements is as easy as logging in, selecting your courses, and training on your schedule. The Idea Bridge is the IAESDP’s continuing education and community portal. While courses are available to all…
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Affordable web hosting for your ESD Career webESD Let the IAESDP help you establish your professional corner of the internet with our affordable hosting plans. Host your own domain Email services are included WordPress based sites Plans include SLL Certificate…
ESD Research and Citations
Research and Citations ESD is Evidence-based! The proof of the pudding is in the tasting. Check out the evidence! Empowerment Self Defense (ESD) Research and Citations Rape Prevention through Empowerment of Adolescent Girls Authors: Sarnquist, C., Sinclair, J., Arene-Morley, D.,…
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News Submission Requirements
Submission Requirements for the International Association of ESD Professionals This document outlines the submission requirements for individuals submitting content to the International Association of ESD Professionals (IAESDP). Adhering to these guidelines will help ensure your submission meets the association’s standards…
Accredited ESD Certification Programs
Accredited ESD Certification Programs The ESD Credentialing Committee (ECC), an independent policy setting body governed by the rules set by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the National Committee fr Credentialing Agencies (NCCA), develops standards for Accreditation of ESD…
ESD Book Publishing
Share Your Expertise with the World Become a Published Author! Announcing the Empowerment Self Defense (ESD) Book Imprint: A groundbreaking partnership between the International Association of ESD Professionals and Indigo River Publishing Share Your Voice. Shape the Future of ESD. Have…
IAESDP Code of Ethics
IAESDP Code of Ethics Preamble & Purpose With this document, the International Association of ESD Professionals (Association) provides guidance for the ethical conduct of Empowerment Self Defense (ESD) professionals and clarifies where and how practice behaviors might diverge and therefore…
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Share Your ESD Story
Share Your ESD Story Your experience can empower others. You’ve overcome challenges as an ESD instructor or student—navigated classroom crises, broke through personal barriers, found your strength. We want your story for the IAESDP “Spectrum of Safety” Editorial Page…
The Power of the Break
The Power of the Break I’ll start by making an admission: I learned everything I know about ESD by teaching it. I’ll start by making an admission: I learned everything I know about ESD by teaching it. What? Well, I…
Announcement: Groundbreaking Research Collaboration with Johns Hopkins University
IAESDP Announces Groundbreaking Research Collaboration with Johns Hopkins University Creating Milestones in Violence Prevention through Empowerment Self Defense The International Association of Empowerment Self Defense Professionals (IAESDP) is thrilled to share that we are in the final stages of developing…
Confronting Structural Violence: The Gérard Depardieu Case and the Imperative for Systemic Change
Confronting Structural Violence: The Gérard Depardieu Case and the Imperative for Systemic Change Empowerment Self-Defense Professionals stress urgent action against rising violence and discrimination The recent conviction of French actor Gérard Depardieu for sexual assault marks a pivotal…
International Association of ESD Professionals Partners with Indigo River Publishing to Launch Empowerment Self Defense Book Imprint
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE International Association of ESD Professionals Partners with Indigo River Publishing to Launch Empowerment Self Defense Book Imprint Collaboration Aims to Amplify Voices in the ESD Community and Spread Global Awareness Nashville, TN, USA, 18 November 2024 —…
#Rounds4Respect
1 in 3 Women That is the number of women around the world that experience violence in their lives. Stand Up Against Gender-Based Violence! This 28 November – 1 December, 2024, become part of a worldwide initiative that’s making a…
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