What is IODA’s History?
In 1986, a group of committed OD professionals from over 13 countries saw a need for a network that was truly global in nature, outlook and values. Together they established an inclusive, decentralized and participative association which is committed to the expansion of OD practices around the world.
IODA was originally created in order to:
- Host annual conferences in a different country and continent every year, highlighting what OD looks like in practice within the unique cultural and historical context of the host country (conferences typically offer participants a chance to give back to the local community)
- Create and offer scholarships in order to build a more representative network
- Encourage diverse worldviews
Since its founding, IODA Conferences have been hosted in the following countries
