Organizational Consultancy Section

Adrian Hofstede, OCS Chair

Organizational Consultancy Section

As the new chair of IAGP’s Organizational Consultancy Section (OCS). I am thrilled to invite you to be part of our community where passion meets purpose and where diverse voices come together to transform organizations. Whether you are an experienced consultant, a group therapist exploring organizational dynamics, or a professional from another field who values the impact of group processes, OCS wants to be a space where you can connect, learn, and grow.

Over the next three years, we are embarking on an exciting journey with four strategic goals at our core: Growing a diverse community, fostering Interdisciplinary Dialogue, Strengthening Consultancy Expertise Supporting IAGP’s Leadership.

OCS’ strategic goals align with IAGP’s strategic pillars, including expanding membership, building international networks, and promoting cultural competency. By 2028, we envision OCS as a vibrant, inclusive community—visible, impactful, and deeply connected within IAGP and beyond. We will bridge theory and practice, fostering healthier, more effective, and sustainable organizations worldwide.

Call to Action: If you are already a member of OCS or wish to join, your expertise and passion are vital. Together, we can shape the future of organizational consultancy and create meaningful change.

Let’s connect, collaborate, and innovate—join us in making OCS a dynamic force within IAGP and beyond! Write to the OCS email list: [email protected] or send a private email to [email protected].

OCS Coordinating Committee

The OCS Coordinating Committee is formed by:

• Marianne Wiktorin
• Oksane Titova
• Tamar Archvadze
• Manfred Kohlheimer

NEWS FROM OCS

OCS Strategy document 2025-2028

In close cooperation with the OCS Coordinating Committee, I’d like to share the Organizational Consultancy Section (OCS) strategy document  for this administration (2025-2028). If you are interested in the document, please send an email to [email protected], and I will send it to you immediately. Adrian Hofstede, OCS Chair.

Summary

OCS aims to apply group psychology and systemic thinking to organizational challenges, fostering healthier, more effective, and sustainable workplaces. Over 2025–2028, OCS will focus on four key goals:

• Growing a diverse community through webinars, workshops, and regional hubs in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.

• Fostering interdisciplinary dialoque by hosting cross-disciplinary events and peer supervision groups.

• Strengthening consultancy expertise with certification programs, mentorship, and ethical guidelines.

• Supporting IAGP’s leadership by offering consultancy to the Board, EMG, and committees, enhancing governance and collaboration.

OCS aligns with IAGP’s strategic pillars, including expanding membership, building international networks, and promoting cultural competency. Key initiatives include launching a webinar series, developing a “Healthy Organizations” toolkit, and establishing regional hubs. By 2028, OCS aims to be more visible and present withing IAGP, being a vibrant, inclusive community, bridging theory and practice to create impactful organizational change.

This strategy invites all professionals to contribute and shape the future of OCS.

Timeline of OCS Development