ICF Washington State proudly hosts two recurring events: BIPOC Coaches Connect and Group Coaching Supervision. These events are held throughout the year. Register through the Events page.
BIPOC Coaches Connect
Join us each month for these inclusive and engaging opportunities to connect with like-minded BIPOC individuals in the coaching profession.
Wondering why such an affinity space exists? Click here to learn more about why affinity spaces are needed.
What to Expect:
- Connecting: At its core, ICFWA BIPOC Coaches Connect aims to create a strong network of BIPOC coaches who are united in their commitment to coaching equity.
- Community: ICFWA BIPOC Coaches Connect is not just a network but a community. Within this supportive environment, coaches can share, learn, and grow together, thus perpetuating a cycle of knowledge and empowerment that benefits both the individual and the collective.
- Growing as Coaches: This shared space facilitates personal and professional growth by fostering a space where BIPOC coaches can safely discuss challenges, celebrate successes, and access resources.
This supportive environment serves as the cornerstone for all these activities. It's a safe space where Anti-Racism and Intersectionality are central themes, enabling coaches to bring their full selves into discussions without fear of judgment or marginalization.
Group Coaching Supervision
Have you been curious about supervision and wanting to experience it? In this monthly (day or evening) Open Group SuperVision, you will have the opportunity to be supervised by one of several trained supervisors.
What is supervision?
Supervision is a non-judgmental partnership in which the coach brings their work to a supervisor to explore challenges, ethical dilemmas, emotional responses, and how the personal may intrude into the professional. The supervisor does not evaluate or judge, but holds a reflective space for learning and connection for the group.
ICF research has identified key benefits for coaches who receive Coaching Supervision, which include:
- Increased self-awareness
- Greater confidence
- Increased objectivity
- Heightened sense of belonging
- Reduced feelings of isolation
- Increased resourcefulness
Several Groups, One Date and Time
Whether you are a newer coach or an experienced one, you will find a resonant space for you and your peers to gather and reflect. Our facilitators and all attendees will all meet together on Zoom to center ourselves, and then we will separate into individual groups.