IABC Gift of Communication Berlin | Date TBC

Date is TBC – last week of January 2025

Gift of Communication: Amplify Your Impact

The IABC’s Gift of Communication program empowers professional communicators to give back locally, showing the true impact of effective communication on organizations and communities. It’s a unique chance to expand networks, hone skills, and gain valuable experience.

At IABC, we believe in demonstrating—not just promoting—the value of great communication. Through Gift of Communication, we’re fostering a ripple of generosity, making a real-world difference.

We’re delighted to partner with Zalando, the leading online fashion retailer in bringing this event to Berlin in the heart of Europe.

We’re planning an in-person event for early 2025 and want to get you involved starting now. We’re currently looking at the last week in January 2025 and will hold the event in the morning during work hours.

Why Get Involved?

Gift of Communication pairs skilled professionals with non-profits and community groups, offering guidance on messaging, outreach, and strategy where resources are limited. Whether it’s online or in-person, you’ll work alongside passionate peers, contributing expertise to strengthen community connections and tackle communication challenges.

A Global Movement with Local Roots

Gift of Communication is part of IABC’s World Conference and thrives in local communities. From city centers to rural areas, this program bridges gaps and forges meaningful partnerships, uniting communicators with organizations striving to uplift their communities.

How It Works

It’s simple yet powerful: professionals volunteer to support non-profits in tackling communication and marketing obstacles, with options for single or ongoing engagements. Tailored pairings ensure each organization receives the specific support they need, and early-career professionals work alongside seasoned experts, gaining valuable experience.

For our Zalando-Berlin 2025 event we’ll be offering a 3-hour workshop session during a workday morning. At this stage, we’re planning for a day in the last week of January 2025.

Expect to put aside half a day to allow for:

• An introduction with workshop guidelines 15 min
• Session 1 (full briefing, issues, channels, resources, timeline and scope) 45 min
• A networking break with catering provided at Zalando 20 min
• Session 2 follow-on (“strategic on a page” recommendations & next steps with action plan) 1 hour
• Coffee 10 min
• Summary learning with all participants to round out the experience. 30 min
• Optional networking

Criteria for our Non-Profit Organisations

We welcome collaboration with organisations that fit the following criteria:

• A registered charity or non-profit organization who would benefit from pro-bono communication support.
• A senior leader who is seeking professional communication support and is able to attend the event in person.
• No military affiliations.

The Impact Speaks Volumes

Gift of Communication fosters collaboration and sparks innovation. Non-profits globally have praised the program for helping them engage audiences more effectively, develop essential messages, and boost confidence in their communication.

Join the Movement

Be part of this global initiative—organize an event in your region, incorporate Gift of Communication into your company’s CSR, or volunteer your skills to make a meaningful difference. By joining, you’re helping to empower communities and showcasing the transformative power of communication.

Contact us to get an initiative started in your city.

Get involved in our Berlin 2025 event!

Want to give back to your community? If you’re a professional communicator, emerging or experienced use the contact form below.

If you’d like to be considered for the IABC Gift of Communication, please use the following contact form. We will ask for a full briefing closer to the event.

Date is TBC – last week of January 2025