ICF GLF nurtures this leadership, providing the resources, connections, and fresh thinking necessary to strengthen your influence, foster a sense of belonging, and cultivate a diverse network of empowered leaders committed to excellence.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t![\"man](\"https:\/\/coachingfederation.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/shutterstock_557613499-scaled.jpg\" "\\"Cheerful,African,Man,Using,Computer,And,Smiling,While,Sitting,On\\"")
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\n\t\t\tHow to Participate \t<\/h2>\n\t
GLF is an exclusive, online event for all ICF volunteer leaders. Each year, volunteer leaders receive an invitation to participate, and its recordings can be accessed throughout the year on the ICF Learning Portal. By participating, you can contribute to fostering a more diverse and inclusive culture that positively impacts ICF, the coaching profession, and beyond.<\/p>\n
How does it benefit you? The Global Leaders Forum provides leadership skill building, access to global expertise, peer learning, and inspiration to fuel your volunteer role.<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\tGLF 2026 Event Overview\t<\/h2>\n\t
Set the tone. Lead the conversation. Inspire collaboration. ICF GLF 2026 will explore how adaptive leadership, strategic thinking, and a focus on belonging and resilience – leading with courage in uncertainty, seeing the system to shape the future, and leading with heart and humanity – can transform the way we lead. <\/p>\n
This event is complimentary for our volunteer leaders in support of their impactful work. It is\u00a0designed to equip you\u00a0with the tools, insights, and strategies to lead\u00a0with\u00a0confidence\u00a0and purpose. By\u00a0participating in GLF 2026, you’ll gain:<\/p>\n
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- Global Perspectives<\/b>: Learn from thought leaders, cultural experts, and fellow volunteers to\u00a0explore how adaptive leadership can transform how we lead in a\u00a0rapidly\u00a0changing\u00a0world.<\/li>\n
- A<\/b>daptive Leadership<\/b>:\u00a0Leading\u00a0with courage in\u00a0times of\u00a0uncertainty builds trust and engagement within your teams.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Strategic Thinking:\u00a0<\/b>As the ICF ecosystem develops its strategic plan for the next three years, discover how to translate it for your teams to help shape the future.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Belonging and Resilience:\u00a0<\/b>When leaders focus on building belonging within their teams, they lay the foundation for greater resilience individually and collectively.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Registration opens soon!<\/p>\n\t
Agenda Highlights<\/h3>\n
Step into your leadership potential with GLF\u00a02026. Through thought-provoking content,\u00a0you’ll\u00a0explore:\u00a0<\/p>\nAdaptive Leadership: Lead with Courage in Uncertainty<\/b>
\nChallenges rarely come with clear solutions. Adaptive leaders\u00a0pivot often, leaning into curiosity, courage, and collaboration to guide others through change. For volunteer leaders, this means inspiring shared ownership and learning – turning challenges into growth.\u00a0\nLeadership today is less about having all the answers and more about creating space for others to find them.\u00a0<\/p>\nStrategic Thinking: See the System, Shape the Future<\/b>
\nStrategic thinking moves leaders beyond short-term action toward purposeful alignment.\u00a0It calls for systems awareness –\u00a0spotting patterns,\u00a0identifying\u00a0leverage points, and staying responsive to evolving\u00a0needs.\u00a0\nStrategic thinking is the\u00a0bridge\u00a0between\u00a0vision and action, helping leaders\u00a0focus\u00a0energy where it\u00a0matters\u00a0most.\u00a0<\/p>\nBelonging and Resilience: Lead with Heart and Humanity<\/b>
\nLeadership is\u00a0sustainable only when\u00a0rooted in connection and care. Belonging builds trust, resilience fuels endurance, and both create environments where volunteers feel seen, supported, and inspired.\u00a0\u00a0\nLeading forward means leading from wholeness – uniting purpose, people, and well-being.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n\t\t\tPast ICF GLF Events\t<\/h2>\n\t
GLF 2025 was an exciting event that engaged our volunteer leaders in conversations around managing\u00a0divergent beliefs within our teams while also laying the foundation of our leadership in wellness. ICF GLF 25 included the following sessions:<\/p>\n
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- Leading by Example.\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Power of Dialogue.\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Wellness as\u00a0a Leaders Foundation.\u00a0<\/li>\n
- Building Tams and Communities that promote belonging and unity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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GLF 25 recordings are now available on demand to volunteer leaders in the ICF Learning Portal through February 2026.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAccess the Recordings\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n
\n\t\t\tTestimonials from Past ICF
GLF Attendees\t<\/h2>\n\t“GLF 24 allowed me to meet coaching leaders from all over the world. It was an inspiring combination of learning and connecting to ICF’s broader vision for a new era in coaching.”<\/p>\n
Jen Lewi, ACC, ICF Career Coaching Community of Practice Volunteer Ambassador<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n\t\t\tFeatured Events\t<\/h2>\n\t
Looking for additional ways to connect with the ICF community and learn with fellow coaches? Check out our upcoming events.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSee Our Featured Events\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\n\t\t\tNetworking Opportunities for Volunteers\t<\/h2>\n\t
GLF only happens once a year, but you can connect with fellow volunteer leaders at any time via ICF Engage. This exclusive platform is your gateway to connect, collaborate, and network with peers, making it the largest and most dynamic coaching community in the world – all accessible right at your fingertips.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEngage Now\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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