L&D Networking and community

The two most effective methods for professional development reported by L&D professionals are external conferences, workshops and events, and social and collaborative learning. For that reason, the CIPD has launched and is expanding its innovative Leaders in Learning network.

The CIPD Leaders in Learning Network is an invitation-only group for those L&D professionals leading learning in their organisation or leading practice as a consultant.

The group runs free-to-attend events 3-4 times a year in various locations within the UK for CIPD members and non-members. These events give leaders the opportunity to:

• network with other senior L&D leaders
• focus on a specific L&D theme, with input from a subject expert followed by peer discussion
• gain first-hand updates on CIPD research and initiatives
• hear short presentations from network members to showcase innovative practice
• socialise over food, wine and refreshments.

The network is consulted to shape the CIPD's L&D initiatives, and there are opportunities to take part in additional peer 'learning sets' and 'hackathons' to support thinking and innovation.

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