International Ombudsman Association

The International Ombudsman Association (IOA) is a non-profit organization based in Seattle, Washington. With 24 employees, IOA is dedicated to elevating the standards and effectiveness of the global organizational ombuds profession. IOA provides resources and support to ombuds practitioners worldwide, aiming to ensure they adhere to the highest professional standards. They achieve this through various initiatives, including setting best practices, offering training and development programs, and fostering a community of ombuds professionals. IOA is committed to demonstrating the value of the ombuds role within organizations. They conduct research and share findings to showcase the positive impact ombuds programs can have on workplace culture, conflict resolution, and organizational effectiveness. For more information about IOA and its work, visit their website at ombudsassociation.org. You can also follow them on Twitter @IntlOmbudsAssoc.