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Notes on the Journey: On Breaking Boards

You don’t fear the raging river. You are the raging river. The first time I broke a board was after...

The Power of the Break

I’ll start by making an admission: I learned everything I know about ESD by teaching it. What? Well, I created...

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....

Share Your ESD Story

Your experience can empower others. You’ve overcome challenges as an...

Teaching ESD in Cross-Cultural Contexts

If we pay attention, we can continually learn...

ESD Level 1 Instructor Training in Toronto

ESD Level 1 Instructor Certification in Toronto, August...

Notes on the Journey: On Breaking Boards

You don’t fear the raging river. You are the raging river. The first time I broke a board was after...

The Strong Side: A Bold New Step in Violence Prevention in Football

The International Association of ESD Professionals (IAESDP) is proud to launch The Strong Side—a powerful new violence prevention initiative in football that brings the life-changing...

The Power of the Break

I’ll start by making an admission: I learned everything I know about ESD by teaching it. What? Well, I created...

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....

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,...

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...