International Listening Association (ILA)

Advancing Listening Practice, Training, and Research Worldwide

The International Listening Association (ILA) is a global family with a common bond – advancing listening practice, teaching, and research worldwide.

Since 1979, the ILA has been an international network supporting members from over 25 countries involved in shaping the art and science of  listening in all contexts including education, business, healthcare, hospitality, spirituality, research, and the arts. The ILA is a dialogue space, resource network, news source, and worldwide community finding ways to enable listening cultures.

ILA members include: healthcare providers, educators, students, lawyers, business managers, entrepreneurs, hospitality workers, spiritual leaders, communication trainers, researchers, artists, scientists, dietitians, engineers, social workers, spouses, parents, and YOU.   Join us! 

In all we do, we strive to LEARN,TEACH, INSPIRE, AND COLLABORATE