I.F.O.C. & ICISF Strategic Partnership
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
International Critical Incident Stress Foundation & International Fellowship of Chaplains Announce a Strategic Partnership
Collaborating to Advance Critical Incident Stress Management and Chaplaincy Services
The International Fellowship of Chaplains (IFOC) is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, Inc. (ICISF). This collaboration unites two organizations with aligned missions, dedicated to providing comprehensive support for individuals and communities impacted by critical incidents and trauma.
This partnership reflects a shared commitment to enhancing the tools, training, and resources available for chaplains and first responders as they navigate the emotional and psychological challenges of crisis intervention and recovery.
Shared Vision for Greater Impact
ICISF, a global leader in critical incident stress management (CISM), and IFOC, a respected provider of chaplaincy training and certification, will work together to strengthen the integration of CISM principles into chaplaincy services. The partnership will also expand access to education and resources for chaplains and first responders around the world.
“Partnering with IFOC is a significant step forward in our mission to provide effective support for individuals affected by critical incidents,” said Michele Parks, Director of Business Development, ICISF. “Together, we can combine ICISF’s expertise in CISM with IFOC’s extensive network of chaplains to deliver meaningful, compassionate care to those who need it most.”
Key Initiatives and Collaboration Areas
The partnership between ICISF and IFOC will include:
- Resource Development: Creating and sharing podcasts, webinars, and publications to educate and empower chaplains and first responders.
- Collaborative Outreach: Expanding awareness and implementation of CISM and chaplaincy services within diverse communities and professions.
“IFOC is honored to partner with ICISF to support those impacted by critical incidents and those in need of support as they face the stresses of life,” said Brian Guinther, PhD, COO of IFOC. “IFOC Chaplains have always been honored to integrate the skills and techniques developed by ICISF, the industry experts in crisis care, in our Chaplaincy practice. This new partnership will help empower and educate those individuals assisting those impacted by critical incidents.”
A Legacy of Service
ICISF has been at the forefront of CISM development, offering resources and training to help mitigate the psychological impact of trauma on first responders and their communities. IFOC, with its decades-long history of training and certifying chaplains, complements this mission by providing spiritual and emotional care during times of crisis.
Through this partnership, ICISF and IFOC will continue to lead in providing comprehensive, compassionate support for those navigating the aftermath of critical incidents.
