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

International Association of ESD Professionals Launches Global Industry Regulations to Elevate Standards in Empowerment Self-Defense Empowerment Self-Defense Professionals stress urgent action against rising violence and discrimination  The International Association of ESD Professionals (IAESDP) is proud to announce the official release…

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…

Notes on the Journey: Sometimes Violence is the Answer

Notes on the Journey: Sometimes Violence is the Answer What is Violence? I grew up believing, like most of us I believe, that violence is a physical act that harms another. And, most importantly, the belief that it can only…

Statement from the International Association of ESD Professionals (IAESDP)

Statement from the International Association of ESD Professionals (IAESDP) As we navigate the shifting landscape of U.S. foreign aid, the International Association of Empowerment Self Defense Professionals (IAESDP) stands resolutely by the side of our global ESD community, that has…

Empowerment Self Defense Explained

Empowerment Self Defense Explained Empowerment Self-Defense (ESD) is emerging as a go-to framework for tackling rising incidents of gender-based violence, bullying, and harassment worldwide. Organizations like the International Association of ESD Professionals (IAESDP) aim to #FightForward by equipping individuals—especially women…

Gender-based Violence

Preventing Gender-based Violence Real Talk About an Unacceptable Reality Gender-based violence (GBV) remains one of the most pervasive human rights violations worldwide, affecting women and girls across all cultures, ages, and socio-economic backgrounds. The compiled data presents a grim reality:…