Pool of trainers
Building Capacity Through Training and Innovation
The Pool of Trainers (PoT) Programme is IFLRY's dedicated capacity-building initiative, providing expert training in leadership, advocacy, organizational development, and much more. Grounded in the principles of Non-Formal Education (NFE), the programme fosters interactive peer learning, creativity, and continuous skill development through international and local training activities.
What the Programme Does
The Pool of Trainers is an active, dynamic programme that goes beyond simply delivering workshops. Our work includes:
- Training Coordination We liaise closely with the Secretary General and the IFLRY secretariat to provide trainers for our seminars, General Assemblies, regional events, and thematic programme activities. This ensures high-quality, professionally facilitated learning experiences across all IFLRY activities.
- Knowledge Development The PoT actively builds new knowledge and training methodologies, staying at the forefront of Non-Formal Education developments. We continuously refine our approaches, develop new training modules, and incorporate the latest insights in youth education and capacity building.
- Ongoing Learning Opportunities We organize monthly online trainings and webinars for our trainers and the wider IFLRY community, creating spaces for skill-sharing, professional development, and collaborative learning across borders.
- Supporting Member Organisations Our trainers don't just facilitate workshops, they also support member organizations with grant applications, project proposals, and organizational development strategies, helping to strengthen liberal youth movements worldwide.
Join the Pool of Trainers
Want to become an IFLRY trainer? The main pathway to join the Pool of Trainers is through our Training of Trainers (ToT), an intensive programme held approximately every two years. The ToT equips participants with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to facilitate engaging, effective training sessions using Non-Formal Education methodologies.
Already have significant training experience? If you're an experienced trainer or have questions about joining the programme, you can always reach out directly to our Programme Managers:
- Salpi Ozgur - trainers@iflry.org
- Krijn van Eeden - trainers@iflry.org
Meet Our Trainers
Our Pool of Trainers consists of over 30 experienced facilitators from around the world, each bringing unique expertise and cultural perspectives to their work.
View our trainers (link to trainers page)
Get Involved
Whether you want to invite a trainer to your event, join the Pool of Trainers, or simply learn more about what we do, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact: trainers@iflry.org
Programme Managers
Salpi Ozgur
Salpi is a facilitator and training professional working across international civic and educational networks. For the past two years at IFLRY, I’ve led global training programmes and a diverse training pool, turning ideas around democracy and innovation into hands-on learning experiences. I care about building energetic spaces where people learn together, experiment boldly, and grow institutions from the inside.
