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International Association of ESD Professionals Launches Global Industry Regulations to Elevate Standards in Empowerment Self-Defense

2025-07-29

Share Your ESD Story

2025-06-27

Notes on the Journey: Sometimes Violence is the Answer

2025-05-09

Statement from the International Association of ESD Professionals (IAESDP)

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Empowerment Self Defense Explained

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Gender-based Violence

2024-11-07

ESD Level 1 Instructor Training in Toronto

2024-07-01

Reflections on Resistance & Vulnerability During ESD Facilitation

2023-01-16